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Photo: SH Dam, Tongue River, Custer County, Montana (8960897500) by USFWS Mountain Prairie (Public domain) 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.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 6,560 ft³/s over 95 years).
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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 06309000, as of Aug 22, 6:00 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 6,560 ft³/s over 95 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 6:00 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
3,920 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
2.52 ft
water level

Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 6,560 ft³/s over 95 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Yellowstone River at Miles City, MT (0.9 mi away), as of Aug 22, 6:00 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Tongue River

H: 95° L: 61°
Overcast
Overcast
94°
|
Feels like 84°
Precipitation
4%
Humidity
22%
Wind
17 mph
UV Index
0.8
Water Conditions:
🏄Good for surfing/sailing
12 AM
Overcast
70°
3 AM
Clear
66°
6 AM
Clear
61°
9 AM
Overcast
74°
12 PM
Sunny
90°
3 PM
Overcast
94°
6 PM
Overcast
94°
9 PM
Overcast
83°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Tongue River?
Tongue River is a river in Montana.
Can you swim at Tongue River?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Tongue River rated?
Tongue River in Montana has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 15 reviews.
What amenities does Tongue River have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Tongue River include camping-nearby.

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  • Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
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Location & Contact

Montana 59301

Montana 59301

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Amenities

Camping nearby