Spyrock Reserve
Nature preserve in Mendocino County, California
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Spyrock Reserve is a nature preserve with five miles of frontage on the National Wild and Scenic Eel River.[2][3] Its namesake, Spy Rock, is a 540-foot promontory above the river and a landmark for Eel River travelers.[2][4] It is part of the Eel River Emerald Necklace, a series of preserves along the Eel River.[5][3] The 5,832 acres (2,360 ha) reserve is owned and managed by The Wildlands Conservancy as part of its system of preserves.[2]
LocationMendocino County, California
NearestcityLaytonville, California
Coordinates39°51′55″N 123°26′13″W
Area5,832 acres (2,360 ha)[2]
| Spyrock Reserve | |
|---|---|
IUCN category V (protected landscape/seascape)[1] | |
  Location within California | |
 Interactive map of Spyrock Reserve | |
| Location | Mendocino County, California |
| Nearest city | Laytonville, California |
| Coordinates | 39°51′55″N 123°26′13″W |
| Area | 5,832 acres (2,360 ha)[2] |
| Max. elevation | 3,100 ft (940 m) |
| Min. elevation | 700 ft (210 m) |
| Established | 2005[2] |
| Operator | The Wildlands Conservancy |
| Website | Spyrock Reserve |
Geography
Flora and fauna
History
Recreation
There is no public land access to the preserve. The reserve can be viewed from the river.[5]