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Sunset Beach River Park in Forestville provides new public access to the Russian River, adding a link in the growing chain of public river access parks operated by Sonoma County Regional Parks.

The park, located at 11403 River Road, just west of the Hacienda Bridge, offers paved parking, portable restrooms, picnic tables and a ¼ mile trail to the river. The project also included landscape improvements, informational and directional signage, and improvements to River Road, including a turn lane and shoulder widening for public safety. Day-use parking fee is $6 per car, or free with Annual Park Pass. Park hours are sunrise to sunset. There is no lifeguard on duty at this park.

The Sonoma County Agricultural Preservation and Open Space District acquired the property and transferred it to Regional Parks in 2005. Park development was funded by grants from California State Parks and The California Department of Boating and Waterways, as well as County Park and Transportation Mitigation Fees. The park was officially dedicated on July 16, with representatives from the above-mentioned agencies on hand for the celebration.

For more information on this park, and the other 43 Sonoma County Regional Parks, visit www.sonomacountyparks.org or call (707) 565-2041.