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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 23 ftΒ³/s over 76 years).
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natural watercourse in Colfax County, New Mexico, United States of America

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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 07207000, as of Aug 22, 4:45 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 23 ftΒ³/s over 76 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 4:45 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
28 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
1.40 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 23 ftΒ³/s over 76 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CIMARRON RIVER NEAR CIMARRON, NM (4.7 mi away), as of Aug 22, 4:45 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Bear Creek

H: 86Β° L: 61Β°
Overcast
Overcast
71Β°
|
Feels like 62Β°
Precipitation
36%
Humidity
44%
Wind
15 mph
UV Index
2
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
Patchy rain nearby
63Β°
3 AM
Overcast
62Β°
6 AM
Clear
62Β°
9 AM
Sunny
77Β°
12 PM
Sunny
84Β°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
85Β°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
72Β°
9 PM
Clear
63Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Bear Creek?
Bear Creek is a river in New Mexico.
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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Location & Contact

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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby