Where is Elwha River?

Elwha River is a river in Washington.

How is Elwha River rated?

Elwha River in Washington has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 38 reviews.

Updated August 13, 2025

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Photo: July 26, 2012 At the mouth of the Elwha River (7932039270) by USEPA Environmental-Protection-Agency (Public domain) License

Elwha River

River

4.8(38 reviews)

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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.

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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 12046870, as of Aug 22, 6:45 AM gauge-local time

Gage height

7.29 ft

water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge PEABODY CREEK AT E 2ND ST AT PORT ANGELES, WA (6.3 mi away), as of Aug 22, 6:45 AM gauge-local time.

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Weather at Elwha River

H: 69° L: 51°

Partly Cloudy

58°

Feels like 59°

Precipitation

71%

Humidity

92%

Wind

2 mph

UV Index

Water Conditions:

🥶Too cold for most swimmers

12 AM

59°

3 AM

59°

6 AM

58°

9 AM

61°

12 PM

65°

3 PM

68°

6 PM

66°

9 PM

53°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Elwha River?: Elwha River is a river in Washington.
Can you swim at Elwha River?: 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 Elwha River rated?: Elwha River in Washington has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 38 reviews.

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Location & Contact

Washington 98363

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