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Photo: Foggy morning on the Yahara River - Tenney Park-Yahara River Parkway by Scott R. Maurer (CC BY-SA 3.0) License

Yahara River Parkway

Park · Madison, Wisconsin

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date

Use caution

Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Streamflow 221 ft³/s
  • Gage height 5.27 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge YAHARA RIVER AT EAST MAIN STREET AT MADISON, WI (0.2 mi away), as of Oct 20, 2:00 AM gauge-local time.

  • Flow is above the 75th percentile for Oct 20 (median 154 ft³/s over 22 years); fast water is the top river-drowning risk. — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 2:00 AM gauge-local time
Why, sources & official advisories
  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 05428500, as of Oct 20, 2:00 AM gauge-local time

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

Cool today

Located on the Yahara River, this park offers 7 acres of open green space & areas for fishing.

Weather at Yahara River Parkway

47°F, Clear · H 66° / L 44° · 4% chance of rain
H: 66° L: 44°
Clear
Clear
47°
|
Feels like 45°
Precipitation
4%
Humidity
71%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Partly Cloudy
49°
3 AM
Clear
47°
6 AM
Clear
45°
9 AM
Sunny
51°
12 PM
Sunny
63°
3 PM
Sunny
66°
6 PM
Sunny
57°
9 PM
Clear
52°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Yahara River Parkway?
Yahara River Parkway is a park in Madison, Wisconsin.
Can you swim at Yahara River Parkway?
Use caution — flow is well above normal for this date: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Yahara River Parkway rated?
Yahara River Parkway in Madison, Wisconsin has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 114 reviews.

Location & Contact

101 N Thornton Ave, Madison, WI 53703

Madison, Wisconsin 53703

💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

Features & amenities

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids
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