Can you swim here today?
Elk Horn Lake
Montana · Lake
Use caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect
Use cautionUse caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect: a Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Carbon, MT; Golden Valley, MT; Park, MT; Stillwater, MT; Sweet Grass, MT; Wheatland, MT.
- A Severe Thunderstorm Watch is in effect for Carbon, MT; Golden Valley, MT; Park, MT; Stillwater, MT; Sweet Grass, MT; Wheatland, MT. — NWS Billings MT
- No live water-temperature reading for this spot.
No official beach-advisory feed for Montana yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
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.