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Bookmark or Share- Merced River - WikipediaThe Merced River (/ m ɜːr ˈ s ɛ d /), in the central part of the U.S. state of California, is a 145-mile (233 km)-long [1] tributary of the San Joaquin River flowing from the Sierra Nevada into the San Joaquin Valley.
- Merced River - Rivers.govFrom the high country of Yosemite National Park, the Merced River pursues its headlong rush through glacially carved canyons, rugged mountains, and foothills. The river flows in a series of rapids to Lake McClure at approximately 900 feet elevation.
- Merced River - Main Fork | Discover Yosemite National ParkThe main fork of the Merced River is a great place for swimming, hiking, fishing, rafting, gold-panning, camping and general recreation during the summer months. It’s low elevation also makes it a great place for a day hike in the winter.
- Merced River - WorldAtlasThe Merced River is a 233 km long tributary of the San Joaquin River that flows from the Sierra Nevada into the San Joaquin Valley, at the heart of the US State of California. The river is well recognized for its brisk and treacherous course through Yosemite National Park's southern region, where it serves as the main waterway for Yosemite Valley.
- Merced River Recreation Management Area - Bureau of Land ManagementThe Merced River Recreation Management Area is a very special place just downstream from Yosemite. It is well known for excellent whitewater boating, wildflower viewing, camping, swimming, and recreational gold panning/prospecting. Bird watching is good throughout the area most of the year.
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