The last we heard in September 2019 was that there were probably just over 6000 wild spring run salmon in Butte Creek based on the annual snorkel survey and fish counter data from the spring. California Department of Fish and Wildlife biologists do a follow up survey counting spawned out carcasses in late September and … Read more
We SAVED OUR TREES Butte County removed nearly 700 trees along Centerville and Honey Run Roads. Surveys by Friends of Butte Creek and two retired arborists found many trees with very little, and in some cases, no damage as a result of the fire. Many trees still had green moss almost to the base, little scarring, … Read more
Canyon groups have contributed to developing an overlay for Butte Creek Canyon which will help protect the water, wildlife and the beauty of this incredible scenic wonder. You can browse the County website on the Overlay by clicking here. Information workshops were held on June 30, and October 27, 2016 and January 26 and April 27, 2017 … Read more
Spring Run Chinook Salmon SymposiumJuly 26-28, 2016Chico, CA Salmonid Restoration Federation and Friends of Butte Creek brought back this Symposium focused on Spring Run Chinook Salmon. The first day was updates and research presentations followed by two days of tours of Butte, Mill, Deer, Clear Creeks. The Salmonid Restoration Federation and Friends of Butte Creek are … Read more
Bears appear to have taken a serious toll on the few salmon that made it up to spawn in 2015. Low water and lots of hungry bears made it easy pickings for the bears. Check out the great shots from Suji Roland of a spawning salmon snatched from her redd by the mama bear. Her … Read more
The 2014 Spring Run Salmon are back. Low water may have triggered an early return. And then came the rain! The creek is in remarkably good condition with good flows for the juveniles heading to the ocean and adults returning home to entertain the creatures of the Canyon. Otters are happy and enjoying wild salmon … Read more
We had a spectacular run with a final estimate at just under 17,000 salmon. This is in the top 4 years of recent records. Spawning began earlier than usual. Contact us for a 2013 Spring Run Salmon Tour. More videos including underwater action are located on the video page.
Opponents of a change that could allow increased residential development in Butte Creek Canyon broke into applause Tuesday afternoon when the Board of Supervisors voted to quash that change. The vote returned the draft General Plan 2030 land use designation for land along Centerville Road to an “agriculture” designation. The vote came after 3 1/2 … Read more
Butte Creek is well known throughout Butte County. This jewel is featured on almost every travel/promotional material that is produced to highlight the splendor of our County. Thousands of commuters enjoy the beauty of the Canyon every day as they travel between Paradise and Chico on the Skyway. The Friends of Butte Creek have championed … Read more
