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Photo: Silver Creek Trail on Pine River by Gpwitteveen (CC BY-SA 3.0) License

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 48°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temp 48°F (9°C)
  • Streamflow 234 ft³/s
  • Gage height 4.03 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge PINE RIVER AT HIGH SCHOOL BRIDGE NR HOXEYVILLE, MI (4.3 mi away), as of Oct 20, 1:45 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 48°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 04125460, as of Oct 20, 1:45 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 20 (median 242 ft³/s over 60 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 1:45 AM gauge-local time

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

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 48°F at Pine River now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool todaycamping-nearby

The Pine River, formerly known as the South Branch Manistee River, is a 53.6-mile-long tributary of the Manistee River in the U.S. state of Michigan.

Weather at Pine River

49°F, Partly Cloudy · H 65° / L 46° · 6% chance of rain
H: 65° L: 46°
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
49°
|
Feels like 47°
Precipitation
6%
Humidity
82%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Overcast
51°
3 AM
Partly Cloudy
49°
6 AM
Clear
47°
9 AM
Sunny
48°
12 PM
Sunny
60°
3 PM
Sunny
65°
6 PM
Sunny
61°
9 PM
Clear
53°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Pine River?
Pine River is a river in Michigan.
What is the water temperature at Pine River?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Pine River in Michigan is 48°F (9°C), measured by USGS gauge 04125460, 4.3 miles away.
Can you swim at Pine River?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 48°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Pine River rated?
Pine River in Michigan has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 89 reviews.
What amenities does Pine River have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Pine River include camping-nearby.

Location & Contact

Michigan

Michigan None

🌊 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Check water levels and current conditions before visiting
  • ›Wear life jackets when on the water
  • ›Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
  • ›Respect private property along riverbanks

Features & amenities

People Talk About

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Amenities

⛺ Camping nearby
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