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Connecticut · Unknown Co.

West Branch Farmington River

★ Wild & Scenic🏞 National Park
· 14 mi · Class
Optimal: 130–400 CFS · USGS #01186000
⚠45°F — Cold water immersion risk — review cold water safety before launching
260 avg
137CFS
3.74 ft gauge height
Optimal
→Stable
⚡Flow data is live from USGS·Rapid classifications and CFS ranges need community verification·Know this river?
Avg flow: 260 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #01186000
National Wild & Scenic River · National Park Service

About

Wild & Scenic designation protects 14 miles of the West Branch Farmington River, managed by the National Park Service. At 260 CFS average flow with an optimal range of 130–400 CFS, the river maintains consistent paddling and fishing conditions through most seasons. USGS gauge 01186000 provides current readings for trip planning. The Wild & Scenic corridor preserves the river's free-flowing character and undeveloped shorelines.

Solunar Fishing Activity
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Waxing Crescent
15% illumination
Poor
★ Moon overhead
8:20 AM
Moonrise
12:44 PM
Moonset
3:56 AM
★ Moon underfoot
8:20 PM
Next full moon: May 3111 days
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Data Quality

River conditions are community-verified. CFS ranges, difficulty ratings, and access points may not reflect every flow level or seasonal change. Always check current conditions, scout unfamiliar rapids, and paddle within your skill level.

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