Steelhead Beach (Russian River)
River · California
ℹ️ Community-reported spot. Details below are compiled from public sources and are reported to be accurate — always verify locally before visiting.
About this swimming hole
Steelhead Beach is a Sonoma County regional park beach on a wide, slow bend of the Russian River near Forestville. The gentle current and sandy entry make it one of the river's best family swim spots. Summer weekends bring inner tubers floating down from upstream put-ins.
Good to know
| Water type | River |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 60s-70s in summer |
| Depth | slow river with swim beaches |
| Best season | June-September |
| Fees | $7 day use |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | sunrise-sunset |
| Parking | park lot; fills on summer weekends |
| Amenities | vault toilets, picnic tables |
| County | Sonoma County |
| Nearest town | Forestville |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard; river current varies; alcohol restrictions enforced in summer |
Map
Nearby swimming holes
Frequently asked questions
Does Steelhead Beach (Russian River) require reservations?
No reservations are required at Steelhead Beach (Russian River) based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Steelhead Beach (Russian River)?
Reported fee info: $7 day use. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Steelhead Beach (Russian River)?
The best season is typically June-September.
⚠️ Verify before you go. Conditions, fees, reservations, and access can change — confirm details with the official link before visiting. Last verified: September 2026