Swimmable water near you

Nearest live readings

The closest USGS sensors currently reporting a water temperature, nearest first.

1. KANAWHA RIVER AT KANAWHA FALLS, WVUSGS gauge · West Virginia · 7,920 ft³/s
   74°F4.4 mi1 hr ago
2. GAULEY RIVER BELOW RICH CREEK AT JODIE, WVUSGS gauge · West Virginia
   72°F8.8 mi1 hr ago
3. NEW RIVER AT THURMOND, WVUSGS gauge · West Virginia · 4,600 ft³/s
   77°F11 mi1 hr ago
4. GAULEY RIVER NEAR CRAIGSVILLE, WVUSGS gauge · West Virginia · 1,080 ft³/s
   68°F31 mi1 hr ago
5. ELK RIVER AB ELK TWOMILE CREEK AT CHARLESTON, WVUSGS gauge · West Virginia
   74°F31 mi1 hr ago
6. ELK RIVER AT CHARLESTON, WVUSGS gauge · West Virginia · 2,280 ft³/s
   74°F31 mi1 hr ago
7. NEW RIVER AT HINTON, WVUSGS gauge · West Virginia · 3,940 ft³/s
   74°F33 mi2 hrs ago
8. CRANBERRY RIVER NEAR RICHWOOD, WVUSGS gauge · West Virginia · 192 ft³/s
   65°F36 mi1 hr ago

Nearest swimmable spots

Rated, photographed water destinations within 25 miles — pair one with the nearest sensor reading above before you go.

4.6(803)

Kanawha Falls Public Fishing Area

Fishing area · Glen Ferris, West Virginia

A dramatic series of rapids on the Kanawha River in Glen Ferris, Kanawha Falls features Class IV to IV+ whitewater spanning 100 feet with approximately 20 feet of gradient. The DNR public fishing access site offers a concrete boat ramp, 35 parking spaces, handicap accessibility, and potable water. Beyond fishing, the falls are a popular destination for experienced whitewater paddlers. Nearby outfitters in Fayetteville provide rafting and paddle sport adventures on the New and Gauley Rivers.

4.7 mi from your location

4.8(631)

Summersville Lake

Lake · West Virginia

⛺Camping nearby

Scenic lake created by a dam, with 60 mi. of shoreline offering boating, fishing & camping.

17 mi from your location

4.2(256)

New River Park

Park · Beckley, West Virginia

Wooded getaway with a playground, public outdoor pool, walking trails & reservable picnic shelters.

22 mi from your location

4.3(16)

Summersville Lake Army Corps of Engineers

Park · Summersville, West Virginia

Forest state park & wildlife area popular for camping, hiking & fishing with a 2,790-acre lake.

24 mi from your location