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Vermilion River Trail Head

Park · Vermilion, Ohio

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 36°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 36°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 11 ft³/s over 57 years).
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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 36°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 36°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. USGS gauge 04199500, as of Aug 22, 8:00 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 11 ft³/s over 57 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 8:00 PM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Water temp
36°F
2°C
Streamflow
23 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.19 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 11 ft³/s over 57 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Vermilion River near Vermilion OH (1.4 mi away), as of Aug 22, 8:00 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Vermilion River Trail Head

H: 85° L: 67°
Light drizzle
Light drizzle
72°
|
Feels like 66°
Precipitation
75%
Humidity
77%
Wind
20 mph
UV Index
5
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🏄Good for surfing/sailing🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Overcast
70°
3 AM
Clear
69°
6 AM
Clear
67°
9 AM
Sunny
72°
12 PM
Partly Cloudy
82°
3 PM
Overcast
82°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
77°
9 PM
Moderate rain
69°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Vermilion River Trail Head?
Vermilion River Trail Head is a park in Vermilion, Ohio.
What is the water temperature at Vermilion River Trail Head?
As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Vermilion River Trail Head in Vermilion, Ohio is 36°F (2°C), measured by USGS gauge 04199500, 1.4 miles away.
Can you swim at Vermilion River Trail Head?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 36°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Vermilion River Trail Head rated?
Vermilion River Trail Head in Vermilion, Ohio has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 23 reviews.
What amenities does Vermilion River Trail Head have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Vermilion River Trail Head include camping-nearby.

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1775 Vermilion Rd, Vermilion, OH 44089

Vermilion, Ohio 44089

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