Can you swim here today?
Celilo Falls (historical)
Oregon · Waterfall
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterAs of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at Celilo Falls (historical) is 53°F (12°C), measured by USGS gauge 14103000, 4 miles away.
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 53°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 53°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 14103000, as of Oct 29, 1:45 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is below the 25th percentile for Oct 29 (median 4,790 ft³/s over 123 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 1:45 AM gauge-local time
Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Oct 29 (median 4,790 ft³/s over 123 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Oregon yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge DESCHUTES RIVER AT MOODY, NEAR BIGGS, OR (4 mi away), as of Oct 29, 1:45 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.