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Steelhead Beach Regional Park Boat Launch

Steelhead Beach Regional Park offers a seasonal gravel boat launch on the Russian River in Forestville suitable for drift boats, kayaks, canoes, and paddleboards, with access available October through mid-May via a seasonal permit ($45 recreational/$75 commercial).

The park features a beach, picnic areas with barbecues, flush toilets, and nearby parking, though four-wheel drive is recommended for the graveled launch area.

Year-round beach access is available for swimming, sunbathing, and fishing, with the launch key also providing access to the seasonal ramp at nearby Wohler Bridge.


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