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Portage Creek

River · Portage, Michigan

3.4(5 reviews)

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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 04097188, as of Aug 21, 6:45 PM gauge-local time
Gage height
5.92 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge AUSTIN LAKE NEAR KALAMAZOO, MI (2.8 mi away), as of Aug 21, 6:45 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Portage Creek

H: 83° L: 61°
Overcast
Overcast
74°
|
Feels like 72°
Precipitation
57%
Humidity
53%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
Clear
66°
3 AM
Clear
64°
6 AM
Clear
62°
9 AM
Sunny
67°
12 PM
Sunny
78°
3 PM
Overcast
83°
6 PM
Overcast
80°
9 PM
Light drizzle
69°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Portage Creek?
Portage Creek is a river in Portage, Michigan.
Can you swim at Portage Creek?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 21, 2026.
How is Portage Creek rated?
Portage Creek in Portage, Michigan has an average visitor rating of 3.4 out of 5, based on 5 reviews.

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Portage, MI

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