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Gooney Run
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 405 ft³/s
- Gage height 1.20 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge S F SHENANDOAH RIVER AT FRONT ROYAL, VA (3.7 mi away), as of Oct 29, 3:15 AM gauge-local time.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 01631000, as of Oct 29, 3:15 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is below the 25th percentile for Oct 29 (median 577 ft³/s over 96 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.
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What’s swimming here?
Fish recorded within 2 km: Channel Catfish and Smallmouth Bass.
2 fish species in 2 public records within 2 km of Gooney Run since 2000.
- 1 record · 2020
- 1 record · 2020
Non-native: the USGS Nonindigenous Aquatic Species database lists the species as introduced to the South Fork Shenandoah watershed.
Caught one? Make it a card.Snap your catch in Reelio and collect every species. Free on iPhone.Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (iNaturalist research-grade observations). Common names: USGS NAS. Non-native flags: USGS NAS. These are sightings and specimens people reported, not a survey: a fish missing from the list may still live here.
Boat ramps and fishing access near here
1 boat ramp mapped at or near Gooney Run
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Gooney Run?
- Gooney Run is a river in Virginia.
- Can you swim at Gooney Run?
- Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 29, 2026.
- What amenities does Gooney Run have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Gooney Run include camping-nearby.
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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
Features & amenities
Amenities
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