Description: The Elk Valley Rancheria Tribe invites you to learn about our history; and experience our culture, surroundings, and spirit.
Since time immemorial, our ancestors have lived in the Pacific Northwest, in what is now Southern Oregon and Northern California. We invite you to learn about our history; and experience our culture, surroundings, and spirit.
The Elk Valley Rancheria is geographically located in Tolowa ancestral territory, close to Yurok lands. Our tribal membership include people of Tolowa, Wiyot, Yurok, and Hupa descent. The Rancheria was founded shortly after the Landless California Indians Act of 1906 as a piece of land reserved for “homeless” local Indians. In the mid-1950’s, Elk Valley, along with approximately 40 other Rancherias throughout the state, were illegally terminated from federal recognition by a Congressional passage of the
Nestled in the redwoods and located along the Northern California coast, Elk Valley Casino is here to make your visit memorable. Whether you are vacationing here or just traveling through, your gaming experience will be worth the visit.