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Steelhead Beach

Photo of Russian River from Steelhead Beach

Location:

9000 River Road, Forestville, CA

Current water quality information

What you need to know:

Hours

The park is open daily. Most Sonoma County Regional parks open at sunrise and close at sunset.

Parking

$6.00 per vehicle for day use. Special rates apply to buses or trucks carrying more than 9 people.

Dogs

Permitted on leash no longer than 6' in length. Rabies certificate required.

Facilities

Launch area for small craft (gravel adjacent to rivers edge, 4WD recommended). Beach area - no lifeguards on duty. Picnic areas with BBQs. No fires or barbecuing allowed on the beach. Chemical toilet.

ADA Access

Good ADA access to developed areas. 


Highlights

This park offers seasonal fishing and river access for small craft such as drift boats, kayaks and canoes. It is an excellent spot for birding, viewing river wildlife and for picnicking. A parking lot with 75 spaces, 3 of which are disabled accessible stalls, is located approximately 200 yds from the launch area.

No lifeguard service is available.

Picnic area at Stealhead Beach

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