CautionThis trail
The Florence Pond Road bridge at Little Otter Creek near the Aspen Trail intersection has been flooded by a beaver dam.
Crossing at this location may be hazardous.
Read on DEC's siteAspen Trail
Independence River Wild Forest · near Little Otter
1.2 mi
This trail, one way. Your whole hike may be longer.
Little Otter Parking Area
Closest parking
Closures and warnings
Caution4 more alerts for Independence River Wild ForestClosed
- Closed
The Stillwater Mountain Fire Towel Trail crosses private land - it is closed for the season and will reopen on December 21.
Read on DEC's site - Caution
The Big Otter Lake Road has washed out and is closed ¼ mile in.
Beyond Tommy Roaring Brook, the road is impacted by beaver activity and requires crossing on dam for access around flooded sections of trail. Users should exercise caution when crossing dam and wading through water may be necessary.
Read on DEC's site - Caution
The Centennial Ski Trail has been flooded by beaver activity in several locations - mostly located near Partridgeville Road and towards the center of the trail.
Read on DEC's site - Caution
The Erie Canal Trail Bridge over Otter Creek that was damaged in 2018 has been removed.
Updated from DEC · DEC's page
Not affiliated with NYS DEC. Conditions change — verify with DEC before you go. Emergencies: 911 or 1-833-NYS-RANGERS.
Where to park
- Little Otter Parking Area0.1 mi from the trail · DEC parkingNot Hardened
- Sand Pond Road Parking Lot1.0 mi from the trail · DEC parking
- Branaugh Road Parking Area1.3 mi from the trail · DEC parking
Distances are as the crow flies.
More trails near Little Otter
Trail map from NY State DEC. DEC's page for Independence River Wild Forest.
Trail markers: Red.