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Boulder River

River

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.
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 21 ftΒ³/s over 83 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 06033000, as of Aug 23, 4:15 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 21 ftΒ³/s over 83 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 23, 4:15 AM gauge-local time
Streamflow
18 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
4.91 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 23 (median 21 ftΒ³/s over 83 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge Boulder River near Boulder, MT (4 mi away), as of Aug 23, 4:15 AM gauge-local time.

Weather at Boulder River

H: 82Β° L: 56Β°
Overcast
Overcast
58Β°
|
Feels like 58Β°
Precipitation
57%
Humidity
83%
Wind
2 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
πŸ₯ΆToo cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Light rain
58Β°
3 AM
Overcast
58Β°
6 AM
Clear
56Β°
9 AM
Sunny
64Β°
12 PM
Thundery outbreaks in nearby
77Β°
3 PM
Partly Cloudy
82Β°
6 PM
Sunny
80Β°
9 PM
Clear
61Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Boulder River?
Boulder River is a river in Montana.
Can you swim at Boulder River?
Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.
How is Boulder River rated?
Boulder River in Montana has an average visitor rating of 4.3 out of 5, based on 54 reviews.
What amenities does Boulder River have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Boulder River include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby