This place is called P'da Hau in the Native California Indians' language who reside on the outlet of the coast.

[7] Excessive erosion caused by logging, grazing and gravel mining is the most serious issue facing the Garcia River.

During this time, modern machinery was available, increasing production, but environmental regulations and industry good practices had not yet been developed.

This debris is needed for salmonid reproduction, to help prevent erosion and to create pool habitat for aquatic organisms.

After receiving water from Inman Creek, it turns northwestward along the San Andreas Fault rift zone.