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Photo: Betsie River wetland overlook by Gpwitteveen (CC BY-SA 3.0) License

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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.
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 116 ftΒ³/s over 36 years).
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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 04126740, as of Aug 21, 10:00 AM UTC
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 116 ftΒ³/s over 36 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 21, 10:00 AM UTC
Streamflow
116 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
1.09 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 116 ftΒ³/s over 36 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge PLATTE RIVER AT HONOR, MI (8 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:00 AM UTC.

Weather at Betsie River

H: 75Β° L: 63Β°
Patchy rain nearby
Patchy rain nearby
70Β°
|
Feels like 66Β°
Precipitation
39%
Humidity
73%
Wind
13 mph
UV Index
3.5
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Cloudy
67Β°
3 AM
Cloudy
64Β°
6 AM
Mist
65Β°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
68Β°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
71Β°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
72Β°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
75Β°
9 PM
Patchy rain nearby
68Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Betsie River?
Betsie River is a river in Michigan.
Can you swim at Betsie River?
Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 21, 2026.
How is Betsie River rated?
Betsie River in Michigan has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 14 reviews.
What amenities does Betsie River have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Betsie River 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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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby