Where is Chimney Rock Fork?

Chimney Rock Fork is a river in Virginia.

What is the water temperature at Chimney Rock Fork?

As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Chimney Rock Fork in Virginia is 73°F (23°C), measured by USGS gauge 03524740, 7.6 miles away.

Updated June 13, 2026

Chimney Rock Fork

River

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

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natural watercourse in Scott County, Virginia, United States of America

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Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

Water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 03524740, as of Aug 21, 10:30 AM UTC

Water temp

73°F

23°C

No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CLINCH RIVER AT ROUTE 65 AT DUNGANNON, VA (7.6 mi away), as of Aug 21, 10:30 AM UTC.

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Weather at Chimney Rock Fork

H: 80° L: 64°

Patchy rain nearby

71°

Feels like 75°

Precipitation

65%

Humidity

76%

Wind

2 mph

UV Index

Water Conditions:

🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected

12 AM

71°

3 AM

69°

6 AM

68°

9 AM

64°

12 PM

74°

3 PM

78°

6 PM

80°

9 PM

72°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Chimney Rock Fork?: Chimney Rock Fork is a river in Virginia.
What is the water temperature at Chimney Rock Fork?: As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Chimney Rock Fork in Virginia is 73°F (23°C), measured by USGS gauge 03524740, 7.6 miles away.
Can you swim at Chimney Rock Fork?: Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 73°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked August 21, 2026.

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