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Gallop Creek

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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 51°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 51°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 628 ft³/s over 88 years).
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natural watercourse in Whatcom County, Washington, United States of America

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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 51°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 51°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. USGS gauge 12205000, as of Aug 23, 7:15 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 628 ft³/s over 88 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 7:15 AM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
51°F
11°C
Streamflow
361 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.59 ft
water level

Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 628 ft³/s over 88 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge NF NOOKSACK RIVER BL CASCADE CREEK NR GLACIER, WA (4.6 mi away), as of Aug 23, 7:15 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Gallop Creek

H: 59° L: 54°
Light rain
Light rain
58°
|
Feels like 58°
Precipitation
90%
Humidity
86%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
0.1
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Overcast
58°
3 AM
Patchy rain nearby
59°
6 AM
Light drizzle
57°
9 AM
Light rain
58°
12 PM
Moderate rain
59°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
54°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
55°
9 PM
Mist
57°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Gallop Creek?
Gallop Creek is a river in Washington.
What is the water temperature at Gallop Creek?
As of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Gallop Creek in Washington is 51°F (11°C), measured by USGS gauge 12205000, 4.6 miles away.
Can you swim at Gallop Creek?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 51°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 23, 2026.
What amenities does Gallop Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Gallop Creek include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

Camping nearby