South Carolina · Unknown Co.
Pacolet River
· 35 mi · Class II-III
Optimal: 375–1100 CFS · USGS #02156370
144CFS
4.14 ft gauge height
Below Optimal→Stable
Avg flow: 737 cfsHist. median: 0 cfsUSGS #02156370
Designated Water Trail
About
The Pacolet River runs 35 miles of Class II-III water at an average 737 CFS, with optimal flows between 375-1100 CFS on gauge 02156370. Part of the Lawsons Fork Creek and Pacolet River Blueway water trail system, it offers technical paddling that demands boat control and rapid reading skills. The designation as a water trail provides coordinated access points and river information for paddlers navigating the more demanding sections.
Solunar Fishing Activity
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Waxing Crescent
15% illumination
Poor
★ Moon overhead
8:55 AM
Moonrise
1:46 PM
Moonset
4:05 AM
★ Moon underfoot
8:55 PM
Next full moon: May 3111 days
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Data Quality
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