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Deadline Falls

Park · Idleyld Park, Oregon

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 50°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temp 50°F (10°C)

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge NORTH UMPQUA RIVER NEAR IDLEYLD PARK, OR (0.4 mi away), as of Oct 20, 2:30 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 50°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 14317450, as of Oct 20, 2:30 AM gauge-local time

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

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 50°F at Deadline Falls now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool today
Editor's Notes
Deadline Falls is the largest of several small cascades where the North Umpqua River pours over outcrops of basalt riverbed. The drop is modest but rates a class V rapid, and from May to October you can watch salmon leaping and splashing in the pools below.

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Weather at Deadline Falls

45°F, Overcast · H 74° / L 41° · 12% chance of rain
H: 74° L: 41°
Overcast
Overcast
45°
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Feels like 42°
Precipitation
12%
Humidity
77%
Wind
2 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Overcast
47°
3 AM
Overcast
45°
6 AM
Overcast
41°
9 AM
Sunny
54°
12 PM
Overcast
71°
3 PM
Partly Cloudy
73°
6 PM
Overcast
56°
9 PM
Overcast
50°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Deadline Falls?
Deadline Falls is a park in Idleyld Park, Oregon.
What is the water temperature at Deadline Falls?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Deadline Falls in Idleyld Park, Oregon is 50°F (10°C), measured by USGS gauge 14317450, 0.4 miles away.
Can you swim at Deadline Falls?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 50°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Deadline Falls rated?
Deadline Falls in Idleyld Park, Oregon has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 95 reviews.

Location & Contact

North Umpqua River, Oregon, Idleyld Park, OR 97447

Idleyld Park, Oregon 97447

💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

Features & amenities

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids
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