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Cripple Creek
River
Live flow only — judge the water in person
Use cautionLive flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
- Streamflow 1,060 ft³/s
- Gage height 2.49 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge NEW RIVER AT IVANHOE, VA (1.7 mi away), as of Oct 29, 3:20 AM gauge-local time.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 03165500, as of Oct 29, 3:20 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 29 (median 1,200 ft³/s over 79 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 3:20 AM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Trout stocking
16 stockings at Cripple Creek in the last 12 months
Last stocked
Oct 6, 2026
Rainbow Trout
National Forest Water
- Oct 6, 2026Rainbow Trout
- May 26, 2026Rainbow Trout
- May 20, 2026Rainbow Trout
- Apr 24, 2026Rainbow Trout
- Apr 24, 2026Rainbow Trout
- Apr 6, 2026Rainbow Trout
Source: Virginia DWR. Stockings can be rescheduled; check DWR before you go.All Virginia stockings →
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cripple Creek?
- Cripple Creek is a river in Virginia.
- Can you swim at Cripple Creek?
- Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 29, 2026.
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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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