Open Water Data

Steelhead Beach

Forestville, California, United States

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  • Water Quality Status
    No relevant data Tue, Jan 27, 2026 at 8:21pm
  • Air Temperature
    13.9°C / 57°F (air) Fri, Apr 10, 2026 at 1:45am
  • Wind
    3.6 - 5.6km/h ESE 116° Fri, Apr 10, 2026 at 1:45am
  • Overcast
    Overcast Fri, Apr 10, 2026 at 1:45am
  • Precipitation
    0mm Fri, Apr 10, 2026 at 1:45am
  • Air Visibility
    16km Fri, Apr 10, 2026 at 1:45am
  • Humidity
    87% Fri, Apr 10, 2026 at 1:45am

Steelhead Beach is a destination for summer fun on the Russian River. Swimming, paddling, sunbathing, picnicking, and barbecuing are favorite activities here during warm months. Fishing, birding, and wildlife viewing are popular activities year-round.

Canoes and kayaks can be launched from the beach year-round while a launch for larger craft is available October through mid-May. The seasonal launch requires an annual permit ($45 recreational or $75 commercial) and includes access to a seasonal launch at Wohler Bridge

Steelhead Beach includes several short trails that make a nearly 1-mile loop through woods along the riverbank.

ADA access to developed areas, group picnic areas, path to Russian River.

No fires or barbecuing on the beach.

Parking - $7 or free for Sonoma County Regional Parks members

Hours - 7 AM to sunset

Dogs - Allowed on leash

Phone - Work Ranger Station: (707) 433-1625

Work CA Relay: 711

The description above was copied from or heavily based on Swim Guide, with permission.

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