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This is our collection of links to Washo folktales and traditional stories that can be read online. We have indexed our American Indian legends section by tribe to make them easier to locate; however, variants on the same story are often told by American Indians from different tribes, especially if those tribes are kinfolk or neighbors to each other. In particular, though these legends come from the Washo, the mythology of related tribes like the Maidu and Paiute Indians are very similar.
Water Babies:
In Washo stories, the Water Babies were small nature spirits that lived in lakes and rivers.
They had magic powers and could be dangerous,
but would often help people who approached them with respect.
Ong:
A huge roc-like bird monster that carried off and ate people.
Washoe Legend Creatures:Washo Tales: Three Original Washo Indian Legends:Washo Texts:Mythology of Southern California:
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