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Forest River

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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.
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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.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. USGS gauge 05083500, as of Aug 22, 3:00 AM gauge-local time
Gage height
4.22 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge RED RIVER OF THE NORTH AT OSLO, MN (11.3 mi away), as of Aug 22, 3:00 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Forest River

H: 79° L: 55°
Clear
Clear
58°
|
Feels like 58°
Precipitation
4%
Humidity
92%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Clear
62°
3 AM
Clear
58°
6 AM
Clear
55°
9 AM
Sunny
62°
12 PM
Sunny
73°
3 PM
Sunny
76°
6 PM
Sunny
79°
9 PM
Overcast
71°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Forest River?
Forest River is a river in North Dakota.
Can you swim at Forest River?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.

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North Dakota

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