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South Fork Eel River · near Myers Flat

Williams Grove

A named state-park day-use grove and swimming location along the South Fork in Humboldt Redwoods State Park.

Also known as: Williams Grove swimming hole

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Williams GroveSouth Fork Eel River

No recent algae test listed for this spot

This is not an all-clear. Check the current statewide reports map and signs at the site.

Site-specific result not listed in the current FHABS exportCalifornia HAB reports map ↗
Practical algae information

Harmful algal mats can occur in clear water and reports are not comprehensive. Avoid visible mats or discolored, stagnant water; keep children and pets away from affected water. Only testing can determine whether toxins are present.

California toxic algal mat guidance ↗

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River reading

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Measurement details

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Flow measures how much water passes the gauge. Gauge height is measured from a fixed reference; it is not the depth at your swimming spot.

Access

Public access documentedUse the signed Williams Grove day-use entrance and parking from Avenue of the Giants.
Parking
Use the signed Williams Grove day-use entrance and parking from Avenue of the Giants.
Restrictions
No lifeguard is on duty. River bars and depth change with seasonal flow.
Facilities
Parking, Picnic area, Accessible picnicking and restroom features listed by State Parks
Directions to parking ↗Open name in Google Maps ↗
Sources and verification

Manager: California State Parks. Parking directions are shown only where the public entrance is documented.