At a glance
The basics about Karuk Tribe. Facts we cannot confirm yet are left out, not guessed.
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Land and area
- Tribal office
- 64236 2nd Avenue, Happy Camp, California 96039
- Region
- BIA Pacific Region, Pacific Regional Office
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Language
Karuk
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Government
Vice-Chairperson Kenneth Brink
- Recognition
- Federally recognized
- Member of
- Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians(opens the official site in a new tab)
- Main line
- (530) 493-1600
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Economy and sources of income
- Rain Rock Casino · Gaming operation
About Karuk Tribe
Karuk Tribe is a federally recognized tribe in California. Members can find help with housing, scholarships, community safety and justice and government services through the offices on record for Karuk Tribe. Languages named: Karuk. Karuk Tribe lists 1 Nation-owned business on this site.
Last checked October 28, 2026.
Explore
Eligibility depends on recognition status. Benefit areas (marked below) show only the programs that can apply to a Nation with this status: Federally recognized. Check eligibility with the program itself. WiseTribal reports official sources and does not decide who qualifies. This is not legal advice.
- Government and contacts Tribal office in Happy Camp, Vice-Chairperson Kenneth Brink, main phone (530) 493-1600
- Services General Assistance, through the BIA Pacific Regional Office; Child Advocacy Program and Child Victim Services eligibility by status
- Housing Housing Improvement Program, through the BIA Pacific Regional Office; Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) eligibility by status
- Businesses Rain Rock Casino
- Events Events: October28-282026MMIPA Light of Hope Candlelight Vigil - Happy Camp, CA Join us a... and October29-292026MMIPA Light of Hope Candlelight Vigil - Orleans, CA Join us as w... Opening soon
- Lands and map Tribal office on the map, Happy Camp
- News and announcements News and announcements: AnnouncementsStay informed with the latest public notices and important updates. and Election NewsGet information on upcoming elections and candidate updates.
- Health Happy Camp, Happy Camp, (530) 493-5257, and 119 more clinics in California
Help available near Karuk Tribe
Each card opens a page on this site with who qualifies, how to apply, the right office and the links, never just an agency home page.
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Housing help
Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG)
Housing Authority (KTHA)Facilitating access to affordable and quality housing fo... U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (Office of Native American Programs) See who qualifies and how to apply → -
Financial aid and scholarships
General Assistance
Pacific Regional (916) 978-6000 Bureau of Indian Affairs (Division of Human Services) See who qualifies and how to apply → -
Community safety and justice
Tribal police and public safety
477Supporting tribal law enforcement and public safety programs. Tribal governments (each Nation runs its own police or public safety department) See who qualifies and how to apply → -
Government offices
Bureau of Indian Affairs agency office
Pacific Regional (916) 978-6000 Bureau of Indian Affairs See who qualifies and how to apply →
Rules and amounts change. Check with the office.
Services and departments
Each card opens its own page on this site. Who it is for, how to apply, hours and contact are shown as the Nation's website states them.
Health
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Department
Community Health Representative (CHR)Yreka, CA
1. Facilitates communication between community members and health care providers, acting as a
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Department
Health & Human ServicesProviding healthcare, social services, and support programs.
Includes Health & Human Services (HHS), Outreach & local Services and Substance Use Disorder Program and 2 more.
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Safety
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Department
Judicial SystemOverseeing tribal laws, courts, and justice programs.
Includes Tribal Court Child Advocacy Program and Youth Wellness Court Program.
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Department
477Supporting tribal law enforcement and public safety programs.
Includes Burial Assistance, General Assistance and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and 3 more.
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Government
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Department
Public WorksMaintaining infrastructure and public services for the tribe.
Includes Transportation Services, Emergency Services and Community Safety Projects.
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Department
TransportationPlanning and maintaining safe, reliable transportation.
Includes Caltrans Service Maintenance Request and Orleans Community Center Connectivity Project Report.
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Also listed
These are on the Nation's website, but it does not say yet who they are for or how to get them. Each opens a short page.
- Tribal HighlightsExplore important stories and cultural events within the tribe.
- Election NewsGet information on upcoming elections and candidate updates.
- AdvocacyTribe’s advocacy to protect our sovereignty, lands, and people.
- Information Technology (IT)Providing secure, reliable technology for the Tribe.
- Tribal Council MembersMeet the elected leaders representing the Karuk Tribe.
- Employment Home
- People's CenterMuseum & gift shop for preservation of Karuk culture.
- Photo GalleryPhotos of tribal life, culture, and community events.
- Helpful LinksImportant resources, services, and related websites.
- EnrollmentAssisting tribal members with registration and membership.Visit Department
- Election News
- Boards & Committee Vacancies
- Self GovernanceManaging tribal sovereignty and local government affairs.Visit Department
Indian Health Service facilities in California
Call before you go. Hours and services change. Distances are straight-line miles from the Nation, not driving miles.
- Happy Camp Health Center · Tribal 64236 Second Avenue, Happy Camp, CA 96039 (530) 493-5257 Under 1 mile This Nation's own clinic
- Karuk Tribal Health Clinic - Orleans Health Center · Tribal 325 Asip Road, Orleans, CA 95556 (530) 627-3452 35 miles This Nation's own clinic
- Karuk Tribal Health Clinic - Yreka Health Center · Tribal 1519 S Oregon St, Yreka, CA 96097 (530) 842-9200 38 miles This Nation's own clinic
- Anav Tribal Health Clinic Health Center · Tribal 9024 Sniktaw Lane, Fort Jones, CA 96032 (530) 468-4470 25 miles
Nearby Karuk Tribe
Within about 50 miles, from official lists and approved listings.
Other Nations nearby
- Quartz Valley Indian Community of the Quartz Valley Reservation of California 24 miles away
- Pulikla Tribe of Yurok People 38 miles away
- Yurok Tribe 39 miles away
- Elk Valley Rancheria 40 miles away
- Tolowa Dee-ni' Nation 44 miles away
Health clinics
- Happy Camp (530) 493-5257 Under 1 mile away
- Anav Tribal Health Clinic (530) 468-4470 25 miles away
- Karuk Tribal Health Clinic - Orleans (530) 627-3452 35 miles away
- Karuk Tribal Health Clinic - Yreka (530) 842-9200 38 miles away
- Klamath Health Center (Hop'-ew Puel) (707) 482-2181 39 miles away
Distances are straight-line miles, not driving routes. A business is listed only after it is approved. Check with a clinic or place before you go.
Native-owned businesses near Karuk Tribe
Within about 20 miles of Karuk Tribe.
Quick facts
- State
- California
Leadership
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Kenneth BrinkVice-Chairperson
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Scott QuinnSecretary/Treasurer
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Robert SuperMember at Large
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Jennifer GoodwinMember at Large
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Arch SuperMember at Large
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Laura MaytonMember at Large
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Kristen KingMember at Large
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Alma MendozaMember at Large
From the Nation's website · last checked Oct 28, 2026
Contact
Main office
- Address
- 64236 2nd Avenue, Happy Camp, California 96039
- Phone
- (530) 493-1600
- BIA agency
- Pacific Regional Office
- More
- Contact page(opens the official site in a new tab)
Departments
- 477Supporting tribal law enforcement and public safety programs.(opens the official site in a new tab)
- Housing Authority (KTHA)Facilitating access to affordable and quality housing fo...(opens the official site in a new tab)
- Pacific Regional (916) 978-6000
- Department Leadership(opens the official site in a new tab) (530) 841-7148
- Humboldt County Domestic Violence, Eureka(opens the official site in a new tab) (866) 668-6543
- Taking Care of Our Sisters Shelter & 24/7 Hotline(opens the official site in a new tab) (530) 643-3954
From the Nation's website, official program lists and the BIA Tribal Leaders Directory · last checked Oct 28, 2026
Recognition and region
- Name
- Karuk Tribe
- Recognition status
- Federally recognized (listed in the Federal Register notice of January 30, 2026)
- BIA region
- Pacific
- Member of
- Affiliated Tribes of Northwest Indians
About this Nation
- Constitution adopted
- 2004
- Language
- Karuk
From the Nation's website: https://www.karuk.us/departments/judicial-system
Some facts above come from Wikipedia. Only plain facts are used; none of its text is copied.
Written by WiseTribal from the Nation's own website. The Nation can ask us to change or remove this. Contact us
Office location
See the office location on OpenStreetMap
Pin from the U.S. Census Geocoder, using the office address on file.
Quick answers
Short answers drawn from the verified facts on this page. A question is shown only when we have a verified answer.
- Where is Karuk Tribe located?
- Karuk Tribe is located in California. Its BIA region is Pacific.
- Is Karuk Tribe federally recognized?
- Yes. Karuk Tribe is a federally recognized tribe.
- What is the official website of Karuk Tribe?
- The official website of Karuk Tribe is www.karuk.us.
- What help is available near Karuk Tribe?
- Local offices on record for Karuk Tribe: Housing help, Financial aid and scholarships, Community safety and justice and Government offices. Rules and amounts change. Check with the office.
- What programs does Karuk Tribe offer?
- Karuk Tribe lists 45 programs on this page.
- Which languages are named for Karuk Tribe?
- The languages named for Karuk Tribe are: Karuk.
- What is near Karuk Tribe?
- Listed near Karuk Tribe: 5 other Tribal Nations within 50 miles and 10 health clinics within 50 miles.
- Where does Karuk Tribe post online?
- Karuk Tribe has official pages on Facebook, Instagram and X.
Recognition status history
- Federally recognized · listed in the Federal Register notice of January 30, 2026
About this page
- Where this comes from
- Official federal lists and the Nation's own website, checked again every month.
- Page last updated
- Wording
- WiseTribal reports official recognition status. It does not decide identity or membership.
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Sources
- www.karuk.us(opens an outside site in a new tab) The Nation's own website: the first place to look.
- BIA Tribal Leaders Directory(opens the official site in a new tab) Office contacts and leadership, from the Bureau of Indian Affairs.
- U.S. Census Bureau(opens an outside site in a new tab) Land area, population of the land area and map points.
- Wikipedia(opens an outside site in a new tab) Facts only; none of its text is copied (Wikipedia text is CC BY-SA).
Next steps
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