Can you swim here today?
Bear Creek
Minnesota · River
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterAs of August 23, 2026, the water temperature at Bear Creek is 44°F (7°C), measured by USGS gauge 473423095053301, 16.7 miles away.
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 44°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temperature is 44°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 473423095053301, as of Aug 23, 8:00 AM gauge-local time
Water temp
44°F
7°C
No official beach-advisory feed for Minnesota yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge WLN04 Bemidji Toxics Research 310D 0000273825 (16.7 mi away), as of Aug 23, 8:00 AM gauge-local time.
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.