The Merced River (/ mɜːrˈsɛd /), 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.

From its headwaters, the main stem of the Merced River flows freely through a wilderness landscape of alpine peaks, glacially carved valleys, and subalpine meadows. The river makes a dramatic entry …

From 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 …

The Merced Wild and Scenic River flows through Yosemite Valley and downstream into a beautiful river canyon with swimming, fishing, rafting and other great recreation.

Oct 19, 2022 · The 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.

Jan 7, 2025 · Through these studies, both park managers and the public are gaining a better understanding of the ecological condition of the river, how the floor of Yosemite Valley was formed, …

Nov 24, 2025 · The Merced River is designated a Wild and Scenic River and is a popular recreation area along Highway 140. The main fork flows through steep river canyons from Yosemite National Park …

From Yosemite National Park, the Merced River tumbles through glacially carved canyons, rugged mountains, and foothills on its way to the San Joaquin Valley. The BLM manages 12 miles of this …

The Merced River (/ mɜːrˈsɛd /), in the central part of the U.S. state of California, is a 145-mile (233km) -long [1] tributary of the San Joaquin River flowing from the Sierra Nevada into the San Joaquin Valley.

Sep 15, 2014 · The Merced River, which also provides water to the Merced Irrigation District, is home to native fish including salmon and steelhead, though their numbers dwindled by the 1950s and 1960s …