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Big Otter Lake Trail · Big Otter Lake
Independence River Wild Forest · near Big Otter Lake
1.0 mi
This trail, one way. Your whole hike may be longer.
Big Otter Lake Parking Lot
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
- Big Otter Lake Parking LotAt the trail · DEC parking
- Steam Mill Parking Lot4.5 mi from the trail · DEC parking
- Scusa Access Trail4.7 mi from the trail · DEC parking
Distances are as the crow flies.
More trails near Big Otter Lake
Trail map from NY State DEC. DEC's page for Independence River Wild Forest.