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Photo: Firehole river at Upper Geyser Basin-2008-june by Brocken Inaglory (CC BY-SA 3.0) License

Basin Creek

River · Butte, Montana

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 45°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temp 45°F (7°C)
  • Streamflow 8 ft³/s
  • Gage height 4.73 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Blacktail Creek above Grove Gulch, at Butte, MT (11.8 mi away), as of Oct 20, 2:30 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 45°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 12323233, as of Oct 20, 2:30 AM gauge-local time

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

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 45°F at Basin Creek now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool today

Weather at Basin Creek

38°F, Overcast · H 60° / L 34° · 8% chance of rain
H: 60° L: 34°
Overcast
Overcast
38°
|
Feels like 34°
Precipitation
8%
Humidity
48%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Overcast
40°
3 AM
Overcast
38°
6 AM
Cloudy
36°
9 AM
Overcast
39°
12 PM
Cloudy
56°
3 PM
Sunny
60°
6 PM
Overcast
48°
9 PM
Overcast
41°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Basin Creek?
Basin Creek is a river in Butte, Montana.
What is the water temperature at Basin Creek?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at Basin Creek in Butte, Montana is 45°F (7°C), measured by USGS gauge 12323233, 11.8 miles away.
Can you swim at Basin Creek?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 45°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Basin Creek rated?
Basin Creek in Butte, Montana has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 10 reviews.

Location & Contact

Butte, MT 59701

Butte, Montana 59701

🌊 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Check water levels and current conditions before visiting
  • ›Wear life jackets when on the water
  • ›Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
  • ›Respect private property along riverbanks
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