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Old Bear Creek

River

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 4,450 ft³/s over 98 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 05369500, as of Aug 23, 4:00 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 4,450 ft³/s over 98 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 4:00 AM gauge-local time
Streamflow
2,200 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
1.90 ft
water level

Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 23 (median 4,450 ft³/s over 98 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CHIPPEWA RIVER AT DURAND, WI (1.4 mi away), as of Aug 23, 4:00 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Old Bear Creek

H: 84° L: 55°
Clear
Clear
56°
|
Feels like 55°
Precipitation
2%
Humidity
66%
Wind
2 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Clear
61°
3 AM
Clear
57°
6 AM
Clear
55°
9 AM
Sunny
64°
12 PM
Sunny
78°
3 PM
Sunny
84°
6 PM
Overcast
80°
9 PM
Clear
65°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Old Bear Creek?
Old Bear Creek is a river in Wisconsin.
Can you swim at Old Bear Creek?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.
What amenities does Old Bear Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Old Bear Creek include camping-nearby.

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Location & Contact

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Amenities

Camping nearby