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Upper Falls
Waterfall
Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today
Cold waterCold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 52°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion.
- Water temp 52°F (11°C)
- Streamflow 37 ft³/s
- Gage height 0.71 ft
Live, provisional data from USGS gauge CHATTOOGA RIVER AT BURRELLS FORD, NR PINE MTN, GA (9.3 mi away), as of Oct 29, 4:45 AM gauge-local time.
Why, sources & official advisories
- Water temperature is 52°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. — USGS gauge 02176930, as of Oct 29, 4:45 AM gauge-local time
- Flow is below the 25th percentile for Oct 29 (median 119 ft³/s over 17 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 4:45 AM gauge-local time
No official beach-advisory feed for North Carolina yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.
Get an email when it’s warm enough
It’s 52°F at Upper Falls now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.
waterfall on border of Jackson and Transylvania counties, North Carolina, U.S.A.
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What’s swimming here?
Fish recorded within 2 km: Longnose Dace.
1 fish species in 1 public record within 2 km of Upper Falls since 2000.
- Longnose Dace Rhinichthys cataractae1 record · 2013
Data: GBIF.org occurrence records, CC0 and CC BY only (Auburn University Museum Fish Collection). 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.
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Frequently asked questions
- Where is Upper Falls?
- Upper Falls is a waterfall in North Carolina.
- What is the water temperature at Upper Falls?
- As of October 29, 2026, the water temperature at Upper Falls in North Carolina is 52°F (11°C), measured by USGS gauge 02176930, 9.3 miles away.
- Can you swim at Upper Falls?
- Cold water — serious cold-shock risk today: water temperature is 52°F, cold enough to cause cold-water shock on sudden immersion. Checked October 29, 2026.
- What amenities does Upper Falls have?
- Visitor-listed amenities at Upper Falls include camping-nearby.
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Location & Contact
North Carolina
💧 Best times & visiting tips
- ›Visit after rainfall for best water flow
- ›Wear sturdy hiking boots with good traction
- ›Bring a waterproof camera or phone case
- ›Stay on designated trails and viewing areas
Features & amenities
Amenities
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