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Battle Run Public Beach

Swimming lake · Mt Nebo, 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.
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 21 (median 763 ft³/s over 34 years).
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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 03189600, as of Aug 21, 6:45 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 21 (median 763 ft³/s over 34 years). USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Aug 21, 6:45 PM gauge-local time
  • Heavy rain today can raise bacteria levels near outfalls and river mouths.
Streamflow
1,470 ft³/s
discharge
Gage height
9.95 ft
water level

Flow is normal for this date — within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Aug 21 (median 763 ft³/s over 34 years).

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

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge GAULEY RIVER BELOW SUMMERSVILLE DAM, WV (1.3 mi away), as of Aug 21, 6:45 PM gauge-local time.

Weather at Battle Run Public Beach

H: 78° L: 63°
Heavy rain
Heavy rain
71°
|
Feels like 75°
Precipitation
85%
Humidity
88%
Wind
3 mph
UV Index
5
Water Conditions:
🏊Cool but swimmable🌧️Rain expected
12 AM
Cloudy
67°
3 AM
Clear
64°
6 AM
Clear
63°
9 AM
Overcast
69°
12 PM
Sunny
77°
3 PM
Overcast
78°
6 PM
Heavy rain
70°
9 PM
Heavy rain
69°

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Battle Run Public Beach?
Battle Run Public Beach is a swimming lake in Mt Nebo, West Virginia.
Can you swim at Battle Run Public Beach?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked August 21, 2026.
How is Battle Run Public Beach rated?
Battle Run Public Beach in Mt Nebo, West Virginia has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 90 reviews.
What amenities does Battle Run Public Beach have?
Visitor-listed amenities at Battle Run Public Beach include camping-nearby.

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Location & Contact

WV-129, Mt Nebo, WV 26679

Mt Nebo, West Virginia 26679

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Accessibility

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Amenities

Camping nearby