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Whilkut Native AmericansThe Whilkut Native Americans belong to the Athapascan language family and speak a dialect of the Hupa language. The name Whilkut is believed to be a name given to them by the Hupa. The Whilkut have been divided into three regional groups: the North Fork Whilkut, the Mad River Whilkut, and the Redwood Creek Whilkut. Historically the Whilkut indigenous peoples resided in present-day Humbolt county, including the North Fork of the Mad River, the middle of the Mad River above the mouth of the North Fork, and the upper part of Redwood Creek. Prior to Euroamerican contact, it is estimated that around 500 Whilkut Native Americans lived within their traditional homeland; today it is unknown how many Whilkut descendants are alive. Name: Whilkut. The name was most likely given to them by their neighbors the Hupa. Location: Humboldt county along the North Fork of the Mad River, the middle of the Mad River above the mouth of the North Fork, and the upper part of Redwood Creek. Population: Prior to Euroamerican contact it is estimated that around 500 Whilkut indigenous peoples lived in the area; today it is unknown how many descendants are alive. Language Family: Athapascan. Return to California Native American Indigenous Peoples Tribal List |