Otter Creek Area
Parsons, West Virginia
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39°2'30.1"N 79°38'35.9"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Virginia |
Swim
Bathing suits: Optional in some places
More Information
- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Parsons, West Virginia
- Head northeast on 1st St/Seneca Trail toward Walnut St (0.3 mi)
- Turn right onto Central Ave (95 ft)
- Turn left at the 1st cross street onto Billings Ave (1.0 mi)
- Continue onto Brooklyn Heights Rd (1.3 mi)
- Slight right onto Forest Rd 701 (2.8 mi)
- Continue straight to stay on Forest Rd 701 (0.6 mi)
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