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East River Mountain Scenic Overlook

Scenic spot · Bluefield, West Virginia

Live flow only — judge the water in person

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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.
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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 03178150, as of Aug 23, 9:00 PM gauge-local time
Gage height
22.02 ft
water level

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge MIDDLE FORK BRUSH CREEK AT EDISON, WV (3.7 mi away), as of Aug 23, 9:00 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at East River Mountain Scenic Overlook

H: 74° L: 60°
Overcast
Overcast
62°
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Feels like 60°
Precipitation
9%
Humidity
64%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
0
Water Conditions:
🥶Too cold for most swimmers
12 AM
Partly Cloudy
61°
3 AM
Clear
60°
6 AM
Partly Cloudy
62°
9 AM
Sunny
63°
12 PM
Sunny
69°
3 PM
Sunny
73°
6 PM
Sunny
73°
9 PM
Clear
64°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is East River Mountain Scenic Overlook?
East River Mountain Scenic Overlook is a scenic spot in Bluefield, West Virginia.
Can you swim at East River Mountain Scenic Overlook?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 23, 2026.
How is East River Mountain Scenic Overlook rated?
East River Mountain Scenic Overlook in Bluefield, West Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 557 reviews.

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Location & Contact

Bluefield, WV 24701

Bluefield, West Virginia 24701

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