Can you swim here today?
Lower River Rouge Recreation Trail
Canton Township, Michigan · Park
Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimAs of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Lower River Rouge Recreation Trail is 70°F (21°C), measured by USGS gauge 04167625, 2.1 miles away.
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 70°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 70°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 04167625, as of Aug 22, 11:30 AM gauge-local time
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
70°F
21°C
Streamflow
34 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.87 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Michigan yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge LOWER RIVER ROUGE AT WAYNE, MI (2.1 mi away), as of Aug 22, 11:30 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.