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Big Elkin Creek

River

Live flow only β€” judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 829 ftΒ³/s over 62 years).
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Live flow only β€” judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. β€” USGS gauge 02112250, as of Aug 22, 1:00 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 829 ftΒ³/s over 62 years). β€” USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 1:00 PM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Streamflow
817 ftΒ³/s
discharge
Gage height
1.76 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date β€” within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 22 (median 829 ftΒ³/s over 62 years).

No official beach-advisory feed for North Carolina yet β€” follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge YADKIN RIVER AT ELKIN, NC (1.3 mi away), as of Aug 22, 1:00 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Big Elkin Creek

H: 89Β° L: 69Β°
Sunny
Sunny
83Β°
|
Feels like 87Β°
Precipitation
83%
Humidity
63%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
8.3
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen
12 AM
Light drizzle
70Β°
3 AM
Light drizzle
69Β°
6 AM
Mist
70Β°
9 AM
Cloudy
72Β°
12 PM
Sunny
80Β°
3 PM
Sunny
89Β°
6 PM
Light drizzle
78Β°
9 PM
Moderate rain at times
72Β°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Big Elkin Creek?
Big Elkin Creek is a river in North Carolina.
Can you swim at Big Elkin Creek?
Live flow only β€” judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Big Elkin Creek rated?
Big Elkin Creek in North Carolina has an average visitor rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 8 reviews.
What amenities does Big Elkin Creek have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Big Elkin Creek include camping-nearby.

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Amenities

β›Ί Camping nearby