The Chimariko were a Native American group living primarily in a narrow, 20-mile section of canyon on the Trinity River in Trinity County in northwestern California. The Chimariko were profoundly affected by the destructive practices of gold seekers during California Gold Rush (during the 1850s). One of the major issues involved the disruption of the salmon population that was the main food source of the Chimariko. In the 1860s, conflict between Chimariko and white miners led to almost total ext… (More on Chimariko)