Elk Creek

River

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.

Streamflow 746 ft³/s
Gage height 1.19 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge NEW RIVER NEAR GALAX, VA (5 mi away), as of Oct 29, 2:30 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories

Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 03164000, as of Oct 29, 2:30 AM gauge-local time
Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 29 (median 1,040 ft³/s over 97 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 29, 2:30 AM gauge-local time

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

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Trout stocking

8 stockings at Elk Creek in the last 12 months

Last stocked

Oct 7, 2026

Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Tiger Trout

May 9, 2026Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Tiger Trout
Apr 28, 2026Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout, Tiger Trout
Apr 8, 2026Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout
Mar 20, 2026Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout
Mar 2, 2026Rainbow Trout
Feb 20, 2026Rainbow Trout

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Source: Virginia DWR. Stockings can be rescheduled; check DWR before you go.All Virginia stockings →

natural watercourse in Grayson County, Virginia, United States of America

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Elk Creek?: Elk Creek is a river in Virginia.
Can you swim at Elk Creek?: Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 29, 2026.

Pack smarter for Elk Creek

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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