Can you swim here today?
Mass Audubon's North River Wildlife Sanctuary
Marshfield, Massachusetts · Nature preserve
Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionAs of August 21, 2026, USGS gauge 01105730, 5.5 miles away, reports a streamflow of 9 ft³/s near Mass Audubon's North River Wildlife Sanctuary but no water-temperature reading.
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 01105730, as of Aug 21, 10:30 AM UTC
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Streamflow
9 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
1.36 ft
water level
No official beach-advisory feed for Massachusetts yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge INDIAN HEAD RIVER AT HANOVER, MA (5.5 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:30 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.