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Bear 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 22 (median 716 ftΒ³/s over 97 years).
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natural watercourse in Idaho County, Idaho, United States of America; geonames ID = 5584921

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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 13336500, as of Aug 22, 3:00 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 716 ftΒ³/s over 97 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 3:00 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
643 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
3.12 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 716 ftΒ³/s over 97 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge SELWAY RIVER NR LOWELL ID (16.2 mi away), as of Aug 22, 3:00 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Bear Creek

H: 95Β° L: 57Β°
Overcast
Overcast
95Β°
|
Feels like 86Β°
Precipitation
17%
Humidity
14%
Wind
11 mph
UV Index
2.3
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Overcast
73Β°
3 AM
Overcast
70Β°
6 AM
Overcast
66Β°
9 AM
Overcast
72Β°
12 PM
Overcast
91Β°
3 PM
Overcast
95Β°
6 PM
Overcast
91Β°
9 PM
Clear
75Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bear Creek?
Bear Creek is a river in Idaho.
Can you swim at Bear Creek?
Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
What amenities does Bear Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Bear Creek include camping-nearby.

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  • 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

Idaho

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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby