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Big Moccasin Creek

River

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today

Cold water

Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 55°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.

  • Water temp 55°F (13°C)
  • Streamflow 191 ft³/s
  • Gage height 1.81 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge N F HOLSTON RIVER NEAR GATE CITY, VA (1.3 mi away), as of Oct 29, 3:15 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 55°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 03490000, as of Oct 29, 3:15 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 29 (median 156 ft³/s over 65 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 3:15 AM gauge-local time

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

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 55°F at Big Moccasin Creek now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Trout stocking

3 stockings at Big Moccasin Creek in the last 12 months

Last stocked

Oct 1, 2026

Rainbow Trout

Delayed Harvest Water

  • Apr 2, 2026Rainbow Trout
  • Mar 3, 2026Rainbow Trout
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natural watercourse in Scott County, Virginia, United States of America

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Big Moccasin Creek?
Big Moccasin Creek is a river in Virginia.
What is the water temperature at Big Moccasin Creek?
As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at Big Moccasin Creek in Virginia is 55°F (13°C), measured by USGS gauge 03490000, 1.3 miles away.
Can you swim at Big Moccasin Creek?
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 55°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 29, 2026.

Location & Contact

Virginia

🌊 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Check water levels and current conditions before visiting
  • ›Wear life jackets when on the water
  • ›Be aware of rapids and potential hazards
  • ›Respect private property along riverbanks
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