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The Gauge
Beach · Needles, California
Use caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect
Use cautionUse caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect: an Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave; Lake Mead - AZ side; Lake Mohave - AZ side; Northwest Deserts and other areas.
- An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave; Lake Mead - AZ side; Lake Mohave - AZ side; Northwest Deserts and other areas.
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
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Use caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect
Use cautionUse caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect: an Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave; Lake Mead - AZ side; Lake Mohave - AZ side; Northwest Deserts and other areas.
- An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave; Lake Mead - AZ side; Lake Mohave - AZ side; Northwest Deserts and other areas. — NWS Las Vegas NV
- No official beach advisory posted (California Water Boards — FHAB Reports checked).
- No live water-temperature reading for this spot.
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Checked against California Water Boards — FHAB Reports — no advisory posted.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is The Gauge?
- The Gauge is a beach in Needles, California.
- Can you swim at The Gauge?
- Use caution — no live reading, and an advisory is in effect: an Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for Lake Havasu and Fort Mohave; Lake Mead - AZ side; Lake Mohave - AZ side; Northwest Deserts and other areas. Checked August 23, 2026.
- How is The Gauge rated?
- The Gauge in Needles, California has an average visitor rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on 31 reviews.
- What amenities does The Gauge have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at The Gauge include camping-nearby.
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- ›Arrive early for best parking and beach spot selection
- ›Check for lifeguard schedules and swim only in designated areas
- ›Bring reef-safe sunscreen to protect marine life
- ›Watch for beach flags indicating water conditions
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N K St, Needles, CA 86440
Needles, California 86440
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