Can you swim here today?
Clinton River Park North
Sterling Heights, Michigan · Park
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionAs of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Clinton River Park North is 68°F (20°C), measured by USGS gauge 04161820, 1.4 miles away.
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 68°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 68°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — USGS gauge 04161820, as of Aug 23, 7:00 PM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 24 (median 97 ft³/s over 31 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 7:00 PM gauge-local time
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 24 (median 97 ft³/s over 31 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Michigan yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CLINTON RIVER AT STERLING HEIGHTS, MI (1.4 mi away), as of Aug 23, 7:00 PM gauge-local time.
Before you get in
- Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
- Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
- Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
- Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
- Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.