Where is Nelson Creek?

Nelson Creek is a river in Washington.

What amenities does Nelson Creek have?

Visitor-listed amenities at Nelson Creek include camping-nearby.

Updated June 13, 2026

Nelson Creek

River

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

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Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 14128600, as of Aug 23, 12:20 PM gauge-local time

Gage height

76.02 ft

water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge COLUMBIA RIVER AT STEVENSON, WA (0.4 mi away), as of Aug 23, 12:20 PM gauge-local time.

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Weather at Nelson Creek

H: 74° L: 55°

Patchy rain nearby

70°

Feels like 68°

Precipitation

19%

Humidity

61%

Wind

6 mph

UV Index

5.8

Water Conditions:

🏊Cool but swimmable🧴High UV - use sunscreen🌧️Rain expected

12 AM

62°

3 AM

61°

6 AM

61°

9 AM

62°

12 PM

70°

3 PM

73°

6 PM

72°

9 PM

59°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Nelson Creek?: Nelson Creek is a river in Washington.
Can you swim at Nelson Creek?: Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.
What amenities does Nelson Creek have?: Visitor-listed amenities at Nelson Creek include camping-nearby.

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›Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
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