Connecticut · Unknown Co.

West Branch Farmington River

Wild & Scenic🏞 National Park
· 14 mi · Class
Optimal: 130–400 CFS · USGS #01186000
44°F — Cold water immersion risk — review cold water safety before launching
260 avg
168CFS
3.89 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

In August 1994, Congress added 14 miles of the Farmington River's West Branch to the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. This exciting milestone in the river's history recognizes the Farmington's beauty and character, and ensures that it will be enjoyed by generations to come. Every year, thousands of people canoe, kayak and fish the waters of the Farmington, as well as visit the state parks, forests and historic mills that dot the river's edge. The river is an important habitat for wildlife, such as otters and bald eagles, and the Farmington River Valley is currently the only place in Con

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