Can you swim here today?
West Hammond Creek
Montana · River
Cool water — ease in carefully
Use cautionAs of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at West Hammond Creek is 63°F (17°C), measured by USGS gauge 06040050, 9.9 miles away.
Cool water — ease in carefully: water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry.
- Water temperature is 63°F, cool enough to cause cold-water shock on a sudden entry. — USGS gauge 06040050, as of Aug 21, 10:00 AM UTC
Water temp
63°F
17°C
Streamflow
888 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
4.43 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Montana yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Madison River at Ennis, MT (9.9 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:00 AM UTC.
Before you get in
- Never swim alone — and keep weaker swimmers within arm's reach.
- Scout depth and entry/exit points before you get in.
- Read the current: avoid fast, rising, or murky water.
- Check the forecast — get out well before storms or lightning.
- Obey posted signs, flags, and lifeguard guidance.
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Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly. Always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.