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Packwood Cowlitz River Public Access Point

Park · Packwood, Washington

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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.
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 600 ft³/s over 96 years).
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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 14226500, as of Aug 22, 4:00 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 600 ft³/s over 96 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 4:00 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
456 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
1.16 ft
water level

Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 600 ft³/s over 96 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge COWLITZ RIVER AT PACKWOOD, WA (0.1 mi away), as of Aug 22, 4:00 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Packwood Cowlitz River Public Access Point

H: 82° L: 51°
Sunny
Sunny
81°
|
Feels like 76°
Precipitation
9%
Humidity
34%
Wind
8 mph
UV Index
2
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Cloudy
63°
3 AM
Mist
62°
6 AM
Overcast
60°
9 AM
Fog
60°
12 PM
Sunny
74°
3 PM
Sunny
82°
6 PM
Sunny
78°
9 PM
Clear
53°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Packwood Cowlitz River Public Access Point?
Packwood Cowlitz River Public Access Point is a park in Packwood, Washington.
Can you swim at Packwood Cowlitz River Public Access Point?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Packwood Cowlitz River Public Access Point rated?
Packwood Cowlitz River Public Access Point in Packwood, Washington has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 31 reviews.
What amenities does Packwood Cowlitz River Public Access Point have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Packwood Cowlitz River Public Access Point include camping-nearby.

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Location & Contact

Alta Dr, Packwood, WA 98361

Packwood, Washington 98361

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Amenities

Camping nearby🚻 Public restroom

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids