7-Day Forecast
Today
84°F
6 mph NW
Fri
84°F
1 to 5 mph W
Sat
79°F
1 to 5 mph W
Sun
74°F
6 mph NE
Mon
71°F
0 to 5 mph SE
Tue
71°F
2 to 7 mph S
Wed
76°F
2 to 7 mph W
Overview
As Otter Creek descends to the James River, the Blue Ridge Parkway dips to its lowest elevation, only 649 feet above sea level. This area's abundant water and warmer temperatures support plant and animal communities that are unlike those found at other areas on the Parkway. A short walk along the Trail of Trees or a hike along the clear, cool waters of Otter Creek will give ample proof that there is more to the Blue Ridge Parkway than mountain-top vistas.
Best Seasons
Location
Elevation
820 ft
Directions
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude): 37.5756, -79.3388 37°34'32"N, 79°20'20"W Campground is located at Parkway Milepost 60.9 in Virginia.
Weather Notes
The Parkway varies in elevation from under 650 feet at Virginia's James River to over 6,000 feet near Mount Pisgah in North Carolina. Weather can vary tremendously. Higher elevations can be cloudy and foggy while lower elevations are clear. Temperatures along the Parkway are often cooler than in surrounding foothills. Carry a jacket or blanket and emergency supplies in the car. Be aware of changing weather conditions and approaching weather systems, as summer heat can bring afternoon thunderstorms.
Otter Creek Campground Fee
Per night charge for campsites is posted in each campground and available at www.nps.gov/blri. Holders of the Interagency Senior, Access, Golden Age, or Golden Access passes are entitled to a 50% discount on the base fee of the site physically occupied by the pass holder. Passes can be obtained at all campgrounds.
RV Information
23 RV-only sites of 68 total
Today
84°F
6 mph NW
Fri
84°F
1 to 5 mph W
Sat
79°F
1 to 5 mph W
Sun
74°F
6 mph NE
Mon
71°F
0 to 5 mph SE
Tue
71°F
2 to 7 mph S
Wed
76°F
2 to 7 mph W
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Campsites are available on a first-come, first-served basis. In addition, advance reservations can be made for some campsites up to six months in advance by visiting www.recreation.gov or by calling (877) 444-6777.
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