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Riverfront Park

Tourist attraction · Lynchburg, Virginia

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 22 (median 13 ft³/s over 14 years).
Use cautionGreat conditions todaypet-friendlyPicnic tablesWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

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Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. USGS gauge 02025652, as of Aug 22, 1:00 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Aug 22 (median 13 ft³/s over 14 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 22, 1:00 PM gauge-local time
Streamflow
2 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
3.26 ft
water level

Flow is low for this date — below the 25th percentile for Aug 22 (median 13 ft³/s over 14 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge HARRIS CREEK BELOW ROUTE 130 NEAR MONROE, VA (5.2 mi away), as of Aug 22, 1:00 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Riverfront Park

H: 89° L: 68°
Partly Cloudy
Partly Cloudy
81°
|
Feels like 84°
Precipitation
81%
Humidity
66%
Wind
2 mph
UV Index
5.6
Water Conditions:
🏊Perfect for swimming🧴High UV - use sunscreen
12 AM
Light drizzle
69°
3 AM
Light drizzle
69°
6 AM
Mist
68°
9 AM
Cloudy
71°
12 PM
Partly Cloudy
77°
3 PM
Sunny
86°
6 PM
Sunny
87°
9 PM
Light rain
71°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Riverfront Park?
Riverfront Park is a tourist attraction in Lynchburg, Virginia.
Can you swim at Riverfront Park?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 22, 2026.
How is Riverfront Park rated?
Riverfront Park in Lynchburg, Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on 395 reviews.
What amenities does Riverfront Park have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Riverfront Park include pet-friendly.

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  • Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
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  • Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience
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Location & Contact

1100 Jefferson St, Lynchburg, VA 24504

Lynchburg, Virginia 24504

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Highlights

Picnics

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🐾 Dog-friendly🧺 Picnic tables🏪 Slides🏪 Swings

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Kid-friendly hikes👶 Playground