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Forbes Creek

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 52 ftΒ³/s over 84 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 11427000, as of Aug 23, 4:15 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 52 ftΒ³/s over 84 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 4:15 PM gauge-local time
  • No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards β€” FHAB Reports checked).
Streamflow
48 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
0.36 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 52 ftΒ³/s over 84 years).

Official advisories

Checked against California Water Boards β€” FHAB Reports β€” no advisory posted.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge NF AMERICAN R A NORTH FORK DAM CA (18.2 mi away), as of Aug 23, 4:15 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Forbes Creek

H: 89Β° L: 70Β°
Overcast
Overcast
88Β°
|
Feels like 82Β°
Precipitation
6%
Humidity
18%
Wind
8 mph
UV Index
3.9
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Clear
70Β°
3 AM
Clear
70Β°
6 AM
Overcast
71Β°
9 AM
Overcast
79Β°
12 PM
Overcast
86Β°
3 PM
Overcast
89Β°
6 PM
Overcast
86Β°
9 PM
Overcast
76Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Forbes Creek?
Forbes Creek is a river in California.
Can you swim at Forbes Creek?
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 Forbes Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Forbes Creek include camping-nearby.

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  • β€ΊCheck water levels and current conditions before visiting
  • β€ΊWear life jackets when on the water
  • β€ΊBe aware of rapids and potential hazards
  • β€ΊRespect private property along riverbanks
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Location & Contact

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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby