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Portage Falls

Waterfall

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.
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
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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 04010510, as of Aug 21, 6:15 PM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Gage height
15.81 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge GRAND PORTAGE RIVER AT GRAND PORTAGE MN (16.5 mi away), as of Aug 21, 6:15 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Portage Falls

H: 74° L: 55°
Sunny
Sunny
66°
|
Feels like 63°
Precipitation
84%
Humidity
56%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
Moderate rain
56°
3 AM
Moderate rain
56°
6 AM
Fog
57°
9 AM
Light drizzle
58°
12 PM
Cloudy
64°
3 PM
Sunny
71°
6 PM
Sunny
74°
9 PM
Overcast
64°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Portage Falls?
Portage Falls is a waterfall in Minnesota.
Can you swim at Portage Falls?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 21, 2026.

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