What is the current flow on Spirit River?

Spirit River was running 5 cubic feet per second as of Aug 1, 2026, 6:30 PM UTC, measured at USGS gauge 05393500. This is a build-time snapshot rather than a live reading — check the USGS gauge directly before relying on it.

Does Spirit River hold wild trout?

Yes. The state classifies Spirit River as Class II (some natural reproduction) across 7.53 miles of stream. That classification means natural reproduction, not stocking. Source: Wisconsin DNR Classified Trout Streams.

Spirit River

Wisconsin. Classified Class II (some natural reproduction) by the state across 7.53 miles. Running 5 cfs as of Aug 1, 2026, 6:30 PM UTC.

Latest Reading

cubic feet / second

USGS gauge

Flow measured Aug 1, 2026, 6:30 PM UTC at gauge 05393500. These are build-time snapshots, not a live feed — check the USGS gauge before relying on them.

State Trout Classification

Classification	Class II (some natural reproduction)
Classified length	7.53 miles

Source: Wisconsin DNR Classified Trout Streams.

USGS Gauges on Spirit River

Gauge	Station	Water temp?
05393500	SPIRIT RIVER AT SPIRIT FALLS, WI	—

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Conditions: USGS NWIS (public domain). Classification: Wisconsin DNR Classified Trout Streams.