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Sawdust Hole River access
National forest · Brethren, Michigan
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 1,490 ft³/s over 29 years).
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Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionCool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — USGS gauge 04125550, as of Aug 22, 5:45 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 1,490 ft³/s over 29 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 5:45 AM gauge-local time
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 1,490 ft³/s over 29 years).
No official beach-advisory feed for Michigan yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge MANISTEE RIVER NEAR WELLSTON, MI (0.8 mi away), as of Aug 22, 5:45 AM gauge-local time.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Sawdust Hole River access?
- Sawdust Hole River access is a national forest in Brethren, Michigan.
- What is the water temperature at Sawdust Hole River access?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Sawdust Hole River access in Brethren, Michigan is 69°F (21°C), measured by USGS gauge 04125550, 0.8 miles away.
- Can you swim at Sawdust Hole River access?
- Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 69°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. Checked August 22, 2026.
- How is Sawdust Hole River access rated?
- Sawdust Hole River access in Brethren, Michigan has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 131 reviews.
- What amenities does Sawdust Hole River access have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Sawdust Hole River access include camping-nearby.
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