Knapp Creek Area
Webster Springs, West Virginia
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38°12'29.5"N 80°3'3.1"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | Virginia |
Swim
- 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 Webster Springs, West Virginia
- Head east toward N Main St (115 ft)
- Turn right onto WV-15 E/N Main StContinue to follow WV-15 E(29.8 mi)
- Turn right onto US-219 S/Seneca Trail (32.3 mi)
- Turn left onto WV-39 E/8th StContinue to follow WV-39 E(3.2 mi)
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