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Odell Lake is one of the lakes LakeRadar tracks in Oregon. Fish documented in the area include Kokanee Salmon, Mountain Whitefish, Brook Trout, and Rainbow Trout. At around 3,560 acres (about 6 square miles), it is a mid-sized waterbody. It reaches a maximum depth of roughly 282 feet at an elevation of about 4,787 feet. Water data on this page comes from a mapped monitoring station near the lake. Below you will find an hourly and 7-day forecast, wind and gust outlook, water readings, fishing conditions, and activity scores for boating, paddling, and swimming. If you are planning a trip, Odell Lake, Crescent Lake, and Waldo Lake are also nearby. This page combines the live forecast, wind, and conditions for Odell Lake so you can plan a visit.
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No active alerts for this lake as of the last check (Oct 9, 1:41 AM PDT). Alerts are re-checked automatically; see the official source for updates.
Overall Excellent (90/100) across 4 activities. Best right now: Boating (96/100).
How the score is calculated →Best good fishing window, averaging 89/100 across these hours. Wind 7 mph from the northwest. Dawn hours (07:00 local). Derived from the hourly forecast; official alerts are not forecast and are checked separately.
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| Temp (°F) | 51° | 50° | 49° | 48° | 47° | 46° | 45° | 44° | 47° | 51° | 54° | 56° | 57° | 57° | 57° | 54° | 52° | 48° | 47° | 46° | 46° | 45° | 44° | 43° |
| Wind (kts) | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
| Direction | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW | NW |
| Gusts (kts) | 8 | 9 | 9 | 9 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 14 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 18 | 16 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 15 | 15 | 15 |
| Precip % | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 0% | 1% | 1% | 1% | 16% | 25% | 29% | 30% | 18% | 8% | 3% | 2% |
| Time | Temp | Wind | Gusts | Precip | Cloud | Condition |
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| Fri, 1 AM PDT | 51°F | 6 mph WNW (293°) | 9 mph | 0% | 4% | Clear |
| Fri, 2 AM PDT | 50°F | 7 mph WNW (293°) | 10 mph | 0% | 5% | Clear |
| Fri, 3 AM PDT | 49°F | 7 mph WNW (293°) | 10 mph | 0% | 9% | Mostly Clear |
| Fri, 4 AM PDT | 48°F | 7 mph WNW (293°) | 10 mph | 0% | 5% | Clear |
| Fri, 5 AM PDT | 47°F | 8 mph WNW (293°) | 13 mph | 0% | 4% | Clear |
| Fri, 6 AM PDT | 46°F | 8 mph WNW (293°) | 13 mph | 0% | 7% | Sunny |
| Fri, 7 AM PDT | 45°F | 8 mph WNW (293°) | 13 mph | 0% | 16% | Sunny |
| Fri, 8 AM PDT | 44°F | 9 mph WNW (293°) | 14 mph | 0% | 11% | Sunny |
| Fri, 9 AM PDT | 47°F | 9 mph WNW (293°) | 14 mph | 0% | 5% | Sunny |
| Fri, 10 AM PDT | 51°F | 9 mph WNW (293°) | 14 mph | 0% | 6% | Sunny |
| Fri, 11 AM PDT | 54°F | 10 mph WNW (293°) | 16 mph | 0% | 21% | Sunny |
| Fri, 12 PM PDT | 56°F | 10 mph WNW (293°) | 16 mph | 0% | 34% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 1 PM PDT | 57°F | 10 mph WNW (293°) | 16 mph | 0% | 45% | Mostly Sunny |
| Fri, 2 PM PDT | 57°F | 12 mph WNW (293°) | 17 mph | 1% | 54% | Partly Sunny |
| Fri, 3 PM PDT | 57°F | 12 mph WNW (293°) | 18 mph | 1% | 63% | Partly Sunny |
| Fri, 4 PM PDT | 54°F | 13 mph WNW (293°) | 21 mph | 1% | 61% | Partly Sunny |
| Fri, 5 PM PDT | 52°F | 12 mph WNW (293°) | 18 mph | 16% | 61% | Slight Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 6 PM PDT | 48°F | 10 mph WNW (293°) | 16 mph | 25% | 76% | Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 7 PM PDT | 47°F | 9 mph WNW (293°) | 14 mph | 29% | 85% | Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 8 PM PDT | 46°F | 9 mph WNW (293°) | 14 mph | 30% | 84% | Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 9 PM PDT | 46°F | 10 mph WNW (293°) | 16 mph | 18% | 86% | Slight Chance Light Rain |
| Fri, 10 PM PDT | 45°F | 12 mph WNW (293°) | 17 mph | 8% | 85% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Fri, 11 PM PDT | 44°F | 12 mph WNW (293°) | 17 mph | 3% | 80% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 12 AM PDT | 43°F | 12 mph WNW (293°) | 17 mph | 2% | 82% | Mostly Cloudy |
| Sat, 1 AM PDT | 42°F | 12 mph WNW (293°) | 17 mph | 0% | 81% | Mostly 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) | 44° | 58° | 30° | 40° | 28° | 38° | 28° | 49° | 33° | 50° | 38° | 52° | 37° | 58° |
| Wind | WNW 8 mph | WNW 8 to 13 mph | WNW 7 to 12 mph | NW 7 mph | NE 7 to 10 mph | ENE 10 to 16 mph | ENE 8 to 15 mph | ENE 3 to 8 mph | WNW 5 mph | WNW 6 mph | W 3 to 7 mph | W 6 mph | W 3 mph | ESE 2 to 6 mph |
| Gusts | 13 mph | 21 mph | 17 mph | 10 mph | 16 mph | 24 mph | 32 mph | 13 mph | 12 mph | 16 mph | 16 mph | 13 mph | 13 mph | 13 mph |
| Precip % | 0% | 16% | 30% | 1% | 2% | 2% | 3% | 3% | 6% | 17% | 22% | 22% | 4% | 1% |
| Forecast |
Good for fishing (84/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 6 mph from the west-northwest. 0% chance of precipitation. Not available from a verified source for this lake: pressure trend, water temperature. Confidence is moderate (74%) because some inputs are unavailable or older than ideal.
Excellent for boating (96/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 6 mph from the west-northwest. Gusts to 9 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.
Good for sailing (88/100), from 4 available inputs. Supporting this: Gusts are within 3 mph of sustained wind, so the breeze is steady. No active official alerts for this lake. Not available from a verified source for this lake: visibility. Confidence is high (88%).
Excellent for kayaking (94/100), from 5 available inputs. Supporting this: Wind 6 mph from the west-northwest. Gusts to 9 mph. Confidence is high (90%).
Water temperature is not available from a verified source for this lake. No swimming score is shown without it.
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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.
As a prominent feature of OR's hydrographic network, Odell Lake provides rewarding recreation for both motorized craft and paddleboarders. Its channels and bays offer shelter from prevailing winds and fertile habitat for regional sportfish. Review state fishing license requirements and local launch regulations before putting in.
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 Kokanee Salmon, Mountain Whitefish, Brook Trout, Rainbow Trout. 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.
High-altitude mountain winter climate (elevation 4,787 ft MSL). Freezing temperatures, potential snowpack or ice cover, and reduced seasonal amenities. Winter safety caution advised.
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 Odell 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, 1:41 AM PDT