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Phantom Falls
Waterfall
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterCold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 51°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temp 51°F (10°C)
- Streamflow 103 ft³/s
- Gage height 0.57 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge BUTTE C NR CHICO CA (11.2 mi away), as of Oct 29, 1:00 AM gauge-local time.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Water temperature is 51°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 11390000, as of Oct 29, 1:00 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 29 (median 125 ft³/s over 96 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 1:00 AM gauge-local time
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
Official advisories
Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
Get an email when it’s warm enough
It’s 51°F at Phantom Falls now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.
Intermittent waterfall at North Table Mountain. There is a shallow cave behind it at the bottom of the canyon, and an abandoned mine shaft that has been filled in.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Phantom Falls?
- Phantom Falls is a waterfall in California.
- What is the water temperature at Phantom Falls?
- As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at Phantom Falls in California is 51°F (10°C), measured by USGS gauge 11390000, 11.2 miles away.
- Can you swim at Phantom Falls?
- Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 51°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 29, 2026.
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Location & Contact
California
💧 Best times & visiting tips
- ›Visit after rainfall for best water flow
- ›Wear sturdy hiking boots with good traction
- ›Bring a waterproof camera or phone case
- ›Stay on designated trails and viewing areas
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