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Phelps Creek

River

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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 139 ftΒ³/s over 76 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 06191000, as of Aug 22, 1:30 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 139 ftΒ³/s over 76 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 1:30 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
130 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
1.87 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 139 ftΒ³/s over 76 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Gardner River near Mammoth, YNP (2.6 mi away), as of Aug 22, 1:30 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Phelps Creek

H: 77Β° L: 53Β°
Overcast
Overcast
75Β°
|
Feels like 71Β°
Precipitation
73%
Humidity
35%
Wind
6 mph
UV Index
4.1
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming
12 AM
Overcast
58Β°
3 AM
Overcast
57Β°
6 AM
Overcast
56Β°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
64Β°
12 PM
Light rain shower
63Β°
3 PM
Patchy rain nearby
77Β°
6 PM
Patchy rain nearby
68Β°
9 PM
Light rain shower
58Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Phelps Creek?
Phelps Creek is a river in Montana.
Can you swim at Phelps Creek?
Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
What amenities does Phelps Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Phelps Creek include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby