Can you swim here today?
Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park
Minneapolis, Minnesota · Park
Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionAs of August 22, 2026, USGS gauge 05288670, 4.5 miles away, reports a gage height of 87.29 ft near Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park but no water-temperature reading.
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 05288670, as of Aug 22, 12:30 AM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for Minnesota yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge MISSISSIPPI RIVER ABV 37TH AVE. NE IN FRIDLEY, MN (4.5 mi away), as of Aug 22, 12:30 AM 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.