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Detroit Lake is a reservoir in Oregon. The deepest point reaches about 440 feet, and the surface sits near 1,569 feet above sea level. At around 3,500 acres (about 5 square miles), it is a mid-sized waterbody. Research-grade observations nearby include Mountain Whitefish, Pumpkinseed Sunfish, Kokanee Salmon, and Chinook Salmon. Other waters in the region include Detroit Lake, Green Peter Reservoir, and Foster Reservoir. LakeRadar pulls readings from a mapped water gauge, so current water data is shown when the station reports. Coverage here includes an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, water readings, fishing conditions, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. This page combines the live forecast, wind, and conditions for Detroit Lake so you can plan a visit.
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No active alerts for this lake as of the last check (Oct 9, 4:13 AM PDT). Alerts are re-checked automatically; see the official source for updates.
Best excellent fishing window, averaging 92/100 across these hours. Measured water temperature 64°F. Provisional data. Wind 5 mph from the north-northwest. Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
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| Temp (°F) | 52° | 51° | 49° | 48° | 49° | 51° | 57° | 61° | 63° | 63° | 63° | 60° | 59° | 58° | 55° | 53° | 52° | 50° | 49° | 47° | 44° | 43° | 43° | 42° |
| Wind (kts) | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Direction | — | — | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | W | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | W | W | W | — |
| Gusts (kts) | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 8 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 4 |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 1% | 2% | 2% | 3% | 5% | 18% | 30% | 50% | 66% | 54% | 35% | 25% | 13% | 6% | 7% | 5% | 2% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
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| Fri, 4 AM PDT | 52°F | Calm | 4 mph | 0% | 33% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 5 AM PDT | 51°F | Calm | 4 mph | 0% | 43% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 6 AM PDT | 49°F | 1 mph W (270°) | 4 mph | 1% | 32% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 7 AM PDT | 48°F | 1 mph W (270°) | 4 mph | 2% | 40% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 8 AM PDT | 49°F | 1 mph W (270°) | 5 mph | 2% | 43% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 9 AM PDT | 51°F | 2 mph W (270°) | 6 mph | 3% | 53% | Partly Sunny |
| Fri, 10 AM PDT | 57°F | 5 mph W (270°) | 9 mph | 5% | 63% | Partly Sunny |
| Fri, 11 AM PDT | 61°F | 7 mph W (270°) | 13 mph | 18% | 59% | Slight Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 12 PM PDT | 63°F | 8 mph W (270°) | 14 mph | 30% | 66% | Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 1 PM PDT | 63°F | 9 mph W (270°) | 16 mph | 50% | 74% | Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 2 PM PDT | 63°F | 9 mph W (270°) | 16 mph | 66% | 87% | Light Rain Likely |
| Fri, 3 PM PDT | 60°F | 8 mph WNW (293°) | 16 mph | 54% | 87% | Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 4 PM PDT | 59°F | 8 mph WNW (293°) | 16 mph | 35% | 85% | Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 5 PM PDT | 58°F | 8 mph WNW (293°) | 15 mph | 25% | 74% | Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 6 PM PDT | 55°F | 7 mph WNW (293°) | 15 mph | 13% | 77% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 7 PM PDT | 53°F | 7 mph WNW (293°) | 15 mph | 6% | 82% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 8 PM PDT | 52°F | 7 mph WNW (293°) | 15 mph | 7% | 66% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 9 PM PDT | 50°F | 7 mph WNW (293°) | 15 mph | 5% | 62% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 10 PM PDT | 49°F | 6 mph WNW (293°) | 14 mph | 2% | 47% | Partly Cloudy |
| Fri, 11 PM PDT | 47°F | 5 mph WNW (293°) | 10 mph | 0% | 44% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 12 AM PDT | 44°F | 2 mph W (270°) | 8 mph | 0% | 22% | Mostly Clear |
| Sat, 1 AM PDT | 43°F | 1 mph W (270°) | 6 mph | 0% | 24% | Mostly Clear |
| Sat, 2 AM PDT | 43°F | 1 mph W (270°) | 5 mph | 0% | 31% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 3 AM PDT | 42°F | Calm | 5 mph | 0% | 43% | Partly Cloudy |
| Sat, 4 AM PDT | 40°F | Calm | 4 mph | 0% | 41% | Partly Cloudy |
Official National Weather Service hourly forecast. Showing 10 of 25 hours. Wind arrows point the way the wind is blowing; the compass point and degrees show where it comes from.
| Period | Overnight October 9, 2026 | Friday October 9, 2026 | Friday Night October 9, 2026 | Saturday October 10, 2026 | Saturday Night October 10, 2026 | Sunday October 11, 2026 | Sunday Night October 11, 2026 | Columbus Day October 12, 2026 | Monday Night October 12, 2026 | Tuesday October 13, 2026 | Tuesday Night October 13, 2026 | Wednesday October 14, 2026 | Wednesday Night October 14, 2026 | Thursday October 15, 2026 |
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| Temp (°F) | 48° | 65° | 38° | 54° | 35° | 57° | 36° | 66° | 38° | 64° | 44° | 64° | 42° | 73° |
| Wind | 0 mph | W 1 to 9 mph | WNW 0 to 7 mph | WSW 0 to 5 mph | NE 5 mph | ENE 3 to 14 mph | ENE 5 to 12 mph | NE 6 mph | ENE 1 to 5 mph | SSW 1 to 5 mph | SSW 3 mph | SW 2 mph | S 3 mph | E 3 mph |
| Gusts | 4 mph | 16 mph | 15 mph | 9 mph | 9 mph | 22 mph | 21 mph | 12 mph | 12 mph | 12 mph | 10 mph | 8 mph | 10 mph | 9 mph |
| Precip % | 0% | 66% | 13% | 17% | 2% | 0% | 1% | 1% | 2% | 17% | 34% | 34% | 12% | 1% |
| Forecast |
DETROIT LAKE AT LOG BOOM BEHIND DETROIT DAM, OR · Oct 9, 8:56 AM UTC
Good for fishing (88/100), from 6 available inputs. Supporting this: Measured water temperature 64°F. Provisional data. Wind 0 mph from the southwest. Not available from a verified source for this lake: pressure trend. Confidence is moderate (73%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Excellent for boating (99/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 0 mph from the southwest. Gusts to 4 mph. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility and conditions, verified water access. Confidence is moderate (84%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Fair for sailing (62/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Gusts are within 4 mph of sustained wind, so the breeze is steady. No active official alerts for this lake. Working against it: Wind 0 mph is light; expect limited sailing. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Good for kayaking (83/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 0 mph from the southwest. Gusts to 4 mph. Combined air and water temperature is 116°F (below the 120°F safety guideline). Thermal protection recommended for paddle craft. Confidence is high (90%).
Surface water measured at 64°F. Air and water contrast evaluate recreational immersion comfort.
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Individual boat ramp GPS coordinates are maintained under the jurisdiction of OR Parks & Wildlife Authority. Public boaters should verify seasonal launch water levels, gate hours, and daily vehicle/vessel fees before traveling.
Detroit Lake is a premier freshwater reservoir in OR, offering reliable water access and productive fishing throughout the spring, summer, and fall. The lake's surface character changes with shifting winds, offering glassy morning conditions for paddlers and active afternoon breezes for sailing. Public recreation is overseen by state and local natural resource agencies.
Valid freshwater sport fishing license issued by Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) is required for anglers age 12+. Digital license on mobile is accepted.
Mandatory Clean, Drain & Dry inspection. Out-of-area craft require on-site Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS Quagga/Zebra) inspection or decontamination before launch. USCG life jackets required for all.
Public shoreline and boating access managed by State & Local Authorities. Verify seasonal gate hours, launch fees, and parking rules before travel.
High-speed motorboating, pontoon cruising, wakeboarding, and water skiing across main channels. Target gamefish include Mountain Whitefish, Pumpkinseed Sunfish, Kokanee Salmon, Chinook Salmon. Morning hours typically provide optimal glassy conditions for kayak and stand-up paddleboard (SUP) touring.
Warm water temperatures, peak swimming, active watersports, and open full-service campgrounds. Highest weekly attendance; plan early arrivals on summer weekends.
Spring pre-spawn and fall feeding transitions create prime trophy angling conditions. Cooler air, lower boat traffic, and vibrant seasonal shoreline foliage.
Mild year-round outdoor climate. Uncrowded waters, active winter bass and crappie fishing, and open year-round boat launch access.
No external source rows are cited by the data currently shown on this page.
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Scores are heuristics, not safety guarantees. LakeRadar scores summarize available conditions and are not a substitute for official warnings, local rules, or on-water judgment.
All telemetry for Detroit Lake is synchronized directly from authorized federal and state monitoring networks (USGS, NWS, NOAA, and state environmental authorities). Observations are strictly instrumented readings — unmonitored sensors are transparently disclosed rather than synthetic estimates.
Last source audit: Oct 9, 4:13 AM PDT