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South Branch Ellen Creek

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Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 65°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 65°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
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Cool water — ease in carefully

Use caution

Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 65°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.

  • Water temperature is 65°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. USGS gauge 12043015, as of Aug 23, 12:30 AM gauge-local time
Water temp
65°F
18°C
Gage height
24.19 ft
water level

No official beach-advisory feed for Washington yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge BOGACHIEL RIVER NEAR LA PUSH, WA (5 mi away), as of Aug 23, 12:30 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at South Branch Ellen Creek

H: 57° L: 55°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
55°
|
Feels like 55°
Precipitation
62%
Humidity
93%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Patchy rain nearby
56°
3 AM
Patchy rain nearby
56°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
56°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
56°
12 PM
Mist
55°
3 PM
Fog
57°
6 PM
Overcast
57°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
56°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is South Branch Ellen Creek?
South Branch Ellen Creek is a river in Washington.
What is the water temperature at South Branch Ellen Creek?
As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at South Branch Ellen Creek in Washington is 65°F (18°C), measured by USGS gauge 12043015, 5 miles away.
Can you swim at South Branch Ellen Creek?
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 65°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 23, 2026.
What amenities does South Branch Ellen Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at South Branch Ellen Creek include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

Camping nearby