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Bear Swamp Lake
Lake · Mahwah, New Jersey
Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
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Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy BATN6, as of Aug 22, 1:30 AM UTC
- Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
No official beach-advisory feed for New Jersey yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Live data from NOAA buoy BATN6 (29.3 mi away), as of Aug 22, 1:30 AM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Bear Swamp Lake?
- Bear Swamp Lake is a lake in Mahwah, New Jersey.
- What is the water temperature at Bear Swamp Lake?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Bear Swamp Lake in Mahwah, New Jersey is 76°F (24°C), measured by NOAA buoy BATN6, 29.3 miles away.
- Can you swim at Bear Swamp Lake?
- Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.
- How is Bear Swamp Lake rated?
- Bear Swamp Lake in Mahwah, New Jersey has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 6 reviews.
- What amenities does Bear Swamp Lake have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Bear Swamp Lake include camping-nearby.
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