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Explore rivers, lakes, gauges, access, tides, and whitewater across the United States. Check current conditions, plan a trip, and save the places that matter to you.

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Access Sites
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Float Time Estimates

Pick two access points and get a trip duration estimate using current flow, distance, and wind.

15,000+ USGS Gauges

Live flow, stage, water temp, and flood risk — updated in real time from USGS and NOAA.

44,000+ Access Sites

Boat ramps, kayak launches, and river access points with coordinates and amenities.

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Built on the best public water data in the US

How It Works

From segment to plan in seconds

Pick a Segment

Select your put-in and take-out access sites to lock in river miles.

See the Conditions

We combine gauges, wind, and tide data for a complete snapshot.

Plan Confidently

Get a float-time estimate with condition context for pacing and planning.

24-Hour Trends

See if water levels are rising, falling, or steady. Flow, stage, and temperature tracked over the last 24 hours.

Threshold Alerts

Set a water level and get an email when your river crosses it. No more guessing.

Morning Conditions Digest

Choose a daily or weekly email that summarizes saved places, highlights fresh readings, and clearly marks missing or stale data.

Built For People Who Check Conditions Before They Go

Fishing

Check flow, stage, and water temp on your river before driving out. See if levels are rising or falling and whether flood stage is a concern.

Paddling & Floating

Pick your put-in and take-out, see the distance, and get a float time estimate based on current flow and wind. Know what you're getting into.

Coastal & Tidal

Tide predictions, water temperature, and wave conditions for 3,400+ NOAA stations. Plan around the tides, not against them.

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