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Baraboo River Water Level

Live gauge height for Baraboo River, measured at USGS station BARABOO RIVER AT LA VALLE, WI.

Current gauge height
5.96 ft
Updated 1 hr ago
vs. 30-day average
-0.24 ft
30-day avg: 6.20 ft
Streamflow
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30-Day Water Level Trend

2026-09-14Range: 5.86–7.63 ft2026-10-14

Baraboo River is currently 0.2 ft below its 30-day average — shallow ramps may have less water at the end of the concrete; trim up early and check local reports before launching.

Boat Ramps on Baraboo River (3)

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Baraboo River Water Level FAQ

What is the water level of Baraboo River today?

The USGS gauge for Baraboo River (BARABOO RIVER AT LA VALLE, WI) currently reads a gauge height of 5.96 feet, 0.2 ft below its 30-day average. Readings update throughout the day from USGS instrumentation.

Is Baraboo River high or low right now?

Compared with the past 30 days, Baraboo River is 0.2 ft below its 30-day average.

Where can I launch a boat on Baraboo River?

BoatLaunchMap lists 3 boat ramps on Baraboo River, each with directions, ratings, and launch details.

Data: U.S. Geological Survey, station 05404129. Gauge height is measured relative to the station datum, not lake depth. Always verify conditions on site before launching.