River NC SC

Cape Fear River

North Carolina • 34.2244, -78.1214
Length
194 mi
312 km
Elevation
163′ → 0′
163 ft drop
Stream Order
8
Major River
Slope
0.02%
0.8 ft/mi
Drainage
9,054 mi²
23,449 km²
Avg Flow
-- cfs
2.8 mph velocity
Path to Mouth
194 mi
313 km to ocean
Classification
Tributary
Mid-reach
Elevation Profile
Data from USGS & NOAA for informational purposes only. More

Water Level Gauges on Cape Fear River

There are 5 USGS water level monitoring stations on Cape Fear River providing real-time flow and stage data.

Access Sites on Cape Fear River

There are 14 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Cape Fear River.