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Photo: Flickr - …trialsanderrors - Kettle Falls of the Columbia River, Washington, 1860 by …trialsanderrors (CC BY 2.0) License

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.
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 22 (median 78 ft³/s over 102 years).
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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 12409000, as of Aug 22, 3:20 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 22 (median 78 ft³/s over 102 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 3:20 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
37 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
4.95 ft
water level

Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 22 (median 78 ft³/s over 102 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge COLVILLE RIVER AT KETTLE FALLS, WA (5.9 mi away), as of Aug 22, 3:20 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Kettle River

H: 95° L: 65°
Light drizzle
Light drizzle
85°
|
Feels like 85°
Precipitation
61%
Humidity
36%
Wind
2 mph
UV Index
3.3
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Overcast
80°
3 AM
Overcast
76°
6 AM
Patchy rain nearby
74°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
86°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
95°
3 PM
Light drizzle
83°
6 PM
Light drizzle
80°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
72°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kettle River?
Kettle River is a river in Washington.
Can you swim at Kettle 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 Kettle River rated?
Kettle River in Washington has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 6 reviews.
What amenities does Kettle River have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Kettle River include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

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