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Photo: Malheur River-Blue Bucket Creek Wilderness Study Area (34454847402) by BLM Oregon & Washington (Public domain) License

Blue River Lake

Lake

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 52°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 52°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
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Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 52°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temperature is 52°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. USGS gauge 14159110, as of Aug 21, 5:10 PM gauge-local time
Water temp
52°F
11°C
Streamflow
1,440 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
8.14 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge MCKENZIE RIVER ABOVE SOUTH FORK, NEAR RAINBOW, OR (1.5 mi away), as of Aug 21, 5:10 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Blue River Lake

H: 84° L: 63°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
83°
|
Feels like 81°
Precipitation
17%
Humidity
32%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
0.9
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Overcast
75°
3 AM
Overcast
68°
6 AM
Overcast
63°
9 AM
Overcast
70°
12 PM
Overcast
80°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
84°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
82°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
74°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Blue River Lake?
Blue River Lake is a lake in Oregon.
What is the water temperature at Blue River Lake?
As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Blue River Lake in Oregon is 52°F (11°C), measured by USGS gauge 14159110, 1.5 miles away.
Can you swim at Blue River Lake?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 52°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked August 21, 2026.
How is Blue River Lake rated?
Blue River Lake in Oregon has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 48 reviews.
What amenities does Blue River Lake have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Blue River Lake include camping-nearby.

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Oregon 97413

Oregon 97413

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