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Shady Lake
Lake · West Milford, New Jersey
Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
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Comfortable for a swim today
Good to swimComfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.
- Water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — NOAA buoy BATN6, as of Aug 22, 3:48 AM UTC
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Live data from NOAA buoy BATN6 (30.3 mi away), as of Aug 22, 3:48 AM UTC.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Shady Lake?
- Shady Lake is a lake in West Milford, New Jersey.
- What is the water temperature at Shady Lake?
- As of August 22, 2026, the water temperature at Shady Lake in West Milford, New Jersey is 76°F (24°C), measured by NOAA buoy BATN6, 30.3 miles away.
- Can you swim at Shady Lake?
- Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 76°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 22, 2026.
- How is Shady Lake rated?
- Shady Lake in West Milford, New Jersey has an average visitor rating of 4.8 out of 5, based on 4 reviews.
- What amenities does Shady Lake have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Shady Lake include camping-nearby.
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