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West Fork Thompson River

River

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Live flow only β€” 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.
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 204 ftΒ³/s over 69 years).
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Live flow only β€” judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only β€” 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. β€” USGS gauge 12389500, as of Aug 23, 4:45 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 204 ftΒ³/s over 69 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 4:45 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
162 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.79 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 204 ftΒ³/s over 69 years).

No official beach-advisory feed for Montana yet β€” follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Thompson River near Thompson Falls MT (4.8 mi away), as of Aug 23, 4:45 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at West Fork Thompson River

H: 82Β° L: 66Β°
Sunny
Sunny
81Β°
|
Feels like 72Β°
Precipitation
1%
Humidity
25%
Wind
13 mph
UV Index
2.8
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Overcast
75Β°
3 AM
Smoky haze
71Β°
6 AM
Partly Cloudy
67Β°
9 AM
Sunny
71Β°
12 PM
Sunny
80Β°
3 PM
Sunny
82Β°
6 PM
Sunny
80Β°
9 PM
Clear
71Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is West Fork Thompson River?
West Fork Thompson River is a river in Montana.
Can you swim at West Fork Thompson River?
Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.
What amenities does West Fork Thompson River have?
Visitor-listed amenities at West Fork Thompson River include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby