Tahquamenon River Flow Today
As of October 6, 2026 at 1:45 AM, the Tahquamenon River is flowing at 311 cfs near Paradise, MI — 56% of normal for the date and up 3% in 24 hours. ❤ Favorite
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Tahquamenon River conditions today
Where the river is running versus normal, what’s rising or dropping, and what it means for a trip — built from the live USGS readings below.
At Paradise, the Tahquamenon River is running 311 cfs — 56% of normal, up 3% since yesterday. Along the river, 1 of 1 reporting gauges are below normal (the typical gauge is at 56% of normal).
Paddlers: 0 of 2 runs on the Tahquamenon River with a live range are in range, 2 too low.
How the Tahquamenon River compares to normal
Every reporting gauge from the top of the river to the bottom: bar length is today’s flow, colour is percent of normal for the date.
Flow along the river, upstream to downstream
- Paradise729 ft 311 cfs56%
Bar length uses a square-root scale so small headwater flows stay visible next to big downstream ones. Colour: <50% 50–90 90–110 110–150 150%+ of normal.
Where every gauge sits
One dot per Tahquamenon River streamgauge, placed by its own percent of normal. The line is the typical gauge (56%).
Tahquamenon River flow report
| Streamgage | Streamflow | % of normal | 24h | Gage height | To flood stage | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Tahquamenon River Near Paradise MI
Oct 6, 1:45 AM · USGS 04045500 |
311 cfs | 56% | +3% | 3.35 ft | 6.7 ft below | 729 ft |
USGS provisional data. Readings are in each gauge’s local time; gauges silent for more than 3 days are marked “Last reported”. Tap any gauge for its hydrograph, forecast and history.
Paddle runs on the Tahquamenon River
Each run is checked against its runnable range using the gauge it is keyed to (or the nearest gauge on this river).
| Run | Status | Flow now | Runnable range | Class |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Branch From Western Forest Boundary (Sec 19, T46N, R6W) To Confluence With Mainstem Gauge: Paradise |
Too low | 311 cfs | 501–2,152 cfs typical | II–III |
| Source In Sec 21, T47N, R12W To Mouth At Whitefish Bay Gauge: Paradise |
Too low | 311 cfs | 501–2,152 cfs typical | III–IV |
Dams & reservoirs on the Tahquamenon River
Releases from these dams shape the flow downstream. Tap one for its daily level and history.
Tahquamenon River streamflow over time
Daily total flow across every monitored gauge on the river (this total last updated earlier; the live gauge readings above are current).
Tahquamenon River
The Tahquamenon River is a 94-mile-long river in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan that flows into Lake Superior. The river is named after the Tahquamenon Falls, a series of waterfalls along the river's course. The river has a rich history, and it was once an important transportation route for Native Americans and French fur traders.
The Tahquamenon River is known for its clear water and diverse wildlife, including trout, salmon, and bald eagles. The river's hydrology is influenced by several reservoirs and dams, including the Lower Tahquamenon Dam, which was built in 1913 to provide hydroelectric power to the local community.
Today, the river is used for a variety of recreational activities, including fishing, canoeing, and hiking. It is also used for some agricultural purposes, such as irrigation. The river is an important part of Michigan's natural heritage and continues to be a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts.
Fishing near the Tahquamenon River
About the Tahquamenon River
How is the Tahquamenon River flowing right now?
As of October 6, 2026, the Tahquamenon River is flowing at 311 cfs near Paradise, MI, about 56% of normal for the date. Every gauge’s live reading is in the table above.
Is the Tahquamenon River running high or low?
The typical gauge on the Tahquamenon River is at 56% of normal for the date. Above 100% means higher than the historical average for this calendar day; below 100% means lower. The profile above shows which reaches are high or low.
What is flood stage on the Tahquamenon River?
The National Weather Service sets flood stages for Paradise (10.0 ft). The table shows how far each gauge is below its flood stage right now.
Is the Tahquamenon River runnable for paddling today?
Each run in the paddle table is checked against its runnable range using its gauge's live flow.
Where does the data come from?
Discharge and gage height are from the USGS National Water Information System; flood stages from the National Weather Service. The history chart sums every monitored gauge on the river.
Can I get alerts for a gauge?
Yes — open any gauge from the table, favorite it in the Snoflo app and set a flow threshold.