Can you swim here today?
Vermilion River Trail Head
Vermilion, Ohio · Park
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterAs of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Vermilion River Trail Head is 36°F (2°C), measured by USGS gauge 04199500, 1.4 miles away.
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 36°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 36°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 04199500, as of Aug 22, 8:00 PM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 11 ft³/s over 57 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 8:00 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 23 (median 11 ft³/s over 57 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Ohio yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Vermilion River near Vermilion OH (1.4 mi away), as of Aug 22, 8:00 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.