Eel River is approximately 3.9 miles in length from the headwaters at the cranberry bogs east of Long Pond Road to the mouth at Plymouth Harbor. Another branch of the river begins south of Forge Pond and continues north past Clifford Road bridge where it connects to the main branch. The Eel River Watershed is approximately 15 square miles and has been delineated based on groundwater modeling. The Eel River Watershed is a valuable natural resource to the Town of Plymouth not only for its natural resources, but for the aesthetic and recreational opportunities it provides for locals and tourists. This watershed contains approximately 800 acres of open water and is habitat for various fish species and wildlife that create a healthy ecosystem.
The Eel River Watershed Association is a non-profit organization, incorporated in 1997 dedicated to protecting Eel River and to:
Officers & Board Members