Favorite Gauge App
This is my favorite app to monitor river levels. Clean and functional interface with good options to customize and set alerts.
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Get real-time river flow data, 48-hour forecasts, and smart alerts for whitewater paddling. Customize alerts for your ideal conditions and monitor favorite runs with home screen widgets. Pro features include weather data and advanced predictions.
✓Real-time USGS flow data
✓48-hour flow forecasts
✓Customizable runnable alerts
✓Flow trend analysis
✓Home screen widgets
✓Pro weather and prediction features
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What's New in Gauge Scout
1.16
July 31, 2026
bug fixes
Subscription plans
Flow Prediction Pro
Streamflow predictions with alerts for runnable gauges.
$2.991 Month
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FAQ
What is Gauge Scout?
Gauge Scout provides whitewater paddlers with real-time river flow data, 48-hour forecasts, and smart alerts to help them find optimal paddling conditions. It uses public data from USGS and NOAA.
Is Gauge Scout free to use?
The core features of Gauge Scout, including real-time flow data and basic monitoring, are free. Advanced features like weather forecasts and 48-hour predictions are available through a monthly subscription called Flow Prediction Pro.
What devices does Gauge Scout support?
Gauge Scout is available for iPhone and iPad, offering a seamless experience across your Apple devices with iCloud sync.
Does Gauge Scout have ads?
No, Gauge Scout is ad-free and does not track user data, ensuring an uninterrupted experience for paddlers.
How often is Gauge Scout updated?
Gauge Scout was last updated on March 25, 2026, to version 1.10. The app is actively maintained to provide reliable data and features.
Can I customize alerts in Gauge Scout?
Yes, you can set custom flow and stage ranges for each gauge to define your ideal runnable conditions and receive notifications when a river enters that window.
What are the benefits of Gauge Scout Pro?
Gauge Scout Pro unlocks detailed weather conditions, basin-wide precipitation estimates, 48-hour flow predictions using machine learning, and an enhanced iPad experience with interactive maps.
How do I cancel my Gauge Scout Pro subscription?
Subscriptions for Gauge Scout Pro are managed through the App Store, and you can cancel your subscription at any time.