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South Fork Copeland Creek

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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 37°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 37°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 3 ft³/s over 42 years).
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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 37°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 37°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. USGS gauge 11503000, as of Aug 23, 12:00 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 3 ft³/s over 42 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 12:00 AM gauge-local time
Water temp
37°F
3°C
Streamflow
1 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
1.83 ft
water level

Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 3 ft³/s over 42 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge ANNIE SPRING NEAR CRATER LAKE, OR (6.4 mi away), as of Aug 23, 12:00 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at South Fork Copeland Creek

H: 78° L: 44°
Clear
Clear
46°
|
Feels like 43°
Precipitation
1%
Humidity
89%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Clear
46°
3 AM
Clear
45°
6 AM
Clear
44°
9 AM
Sunny
62°
12 PM
Sunny
75°
3 PM
Sunny
77°
6 PM
Sunny
74°
9 PM
Clear
56°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is South Fork Copeland Creek?
South Fork Copeland Creek is a river in Oregon.
What is the water temperature at South Fork Copeland Creek?
As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at South Fork Copeland Creek in Oregon is 37°F (3°C), measured by USGS gauge 11503000, 6.4 miles away.
Can you swim at South Fork Copeland Creek?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 37°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 23, 2026.
What amenities does South Fork Copeland Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at South Fork Copeland Creek include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

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