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Riverfront Park
Park · Niles, Michigan
Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 75 °F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 2,010 ft³/s over 95 years).
Situated along the St. Joseph River in downtown Niles, Michigan, Riverfront Park provides a scenic setting for fishing, walking, and community gatherings. The park features paved paths along the riverbank, picnic shelters, playgrounds, and seasonal events. Its central location connects to Niles' historic downtown, making it a natural gathering point for both residents and visitors exploring the river valley.
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Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 04101500, as of Aug 22, 1:45 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 2,010 ft³/s over 95 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 1:45 AM gauge-local time
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 2,010 ft³/s over 95 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Michigan yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge ST. JOSEPH RIVER AT NILES, MI (0.2 mi away), as of Aug 22, 1:45 AM gauge-local time.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Riverfront Park?
- Riverfront Park is a park in Niles, Michigan.
- What is the water temperature at Riverfront Park?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Riverfront Park in Niles, Michigan is 75°F (24°C), measured by USGS gauge 04101500, 0.2 miles away.
- Can you swim at Riverfront Park?
- Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.
- How is Riverfront Park rated?
- Riverfront Park in Niles, Michigan has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 1038 reviews.
- What amenities does Riverfront Park have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Riverfront Park include camping-nearby.
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Niles, MI 49120
Niles, Michigan 49120
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