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Photo: No. 42. Valley of the Saline River and old Buffalo Trails near Bunker Hill, Kansas. (6860581084) by SMU Central University Libraries (No restrictions) License

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Streamflow 33 ft³/s
  • Gage height 6.63 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SALINE R AT TESCOTT, KS (5.6 mi away), as of Oct 20, 1:30 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 06869500, as of Oct 20, 1:30 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 20 (median 41 ft³/s over 107 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 1:30 AM gauge-local time

No official beach-advisory feed for Kansas yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Cool today

The Saline River is a 397-mile-long tributary of the Smoky Hill River in the central Great Plains of North America. The entire length of the river lies in the U.S. state of Kansas in the northwest part of the state.

Weather at Saline River

53°F, Clear · H 72° / L 52° · 36% chance of rain
H: 72° L: 52°
Clear
Clear
53°
|
Feels like 49°
Precipitation
36%
Humidity
70%
Wind
8 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
55°
3 AM
Clear
53°
6 AM
Partly Cloudy
52°
9 AM
Overcast
57°
12 PM
Overcast
68°
3 PM
Sunny
71°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
68°
9 PM
Clear
60°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Saline River?
Saline River is a river in Kansas.
Can you swim at Saline River?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Saline River rated?
Saline River in Kansas has an average visitor rating of 4.2 out of 5, based on 92 reviews.

Location & Contact

Kansas

Kansas None

🌊 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Check water levels and current conditions before visiting
  • ›Wear life jackets when on the water
  • ›Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
  • ›Respect private property along riverbanks
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