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Glencannon Falls

Waterfall

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Current water conditions

Comfortable
Water temp
71°F
22°C
Streamflow
49 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
0.66 ft
water level
Comfortable water. Generally comfortable for swimming. Still check depth, currents, and the weather before getting in.

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge DAVIDSON RIVER NEAR BREVARD, NC (3.3 mi away), as of Aug 21, 12:30 PM gauge-local time. Conditions are for general information only and can change quickly — always judge the water in person and follow posted advisories and local guidance before swimming or paddling.

Weather at Glencannon Falls

H: 85° L: 70°
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
72°
|
Feels like 74°
Precipitation
72%
Humidity
72%
Wind
4 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable
12 AM
Clear
74°
3 AM
Overcast
70°
6 AM
Overcast
70°
9 AM
Patchy rain nearby
73°
12 PM
Patchy rain nearby
83°
3 PM
Light rain shower
71°
6 PM
Sunny
73°
9 PM
Clear
73°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Glencannon Falls?
Glencannon Falls is a waterfall in North Carolina.
What is the water temperature at Glencannon Falls?
As of August 21, 2026, the water temperature at Glencannon Falls in North Carolina is 71°F (22°C), measured by USGS gauge 03441000, 3.3 miles away.
Can you swim at Glencannon Falls?
There is no fixed answer for Glencannon Falls: whether it is safe to swim there on a given day depends on the water temperature, recent rainfall, and any advisories posted at Glencannon Falls in North Carolina. Check current water conditions before you go, and follow posted signs and local guidance.

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