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Cowpasture River
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 393 ft³/s
- Gage height 1.86 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge JAMES RIVER AT LICK RUN, VA (0.9 mi away), as of Oct 29, 3:00 AM gauge-local time.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 02016500, as of Oct 29, 3:00 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 29 (median 452 ft³/s over 47 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 3:00 AM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for Virginia yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Trout stocking
8 stockings at Cowpasture River in the last 12 months
Oct 20, 2026
Brown Trout
National Forest Water
- May 26, 2026Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Tiger Trout
- Apr 24, 2026Brown Trout, Tiger Trout
- Mar 12, 2026Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Brook Trout
- Feb 23, 2026Rainbow Trout
- Jan 6, 2026Brown Trout
- Dec 4, 2025Rainbow Trout
river in Virginia in the United States
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Cowpasture River?
- Cowpasture River is a river in Virginia.
- Can you swim at Cowpasture River?
- 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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