This proposed expansion of the Otter Creek Wilderness area occupies the northern and eastern flanks of McGowan Mountain leading down to the Dry Fork of the Cheat River. It provides much of the scenic view for this popular river which contains excellent whitewater paddling and trout fishing. This expansion would extend the wildlife habitat protection provided by the existing wilderness for animals such as black bear, wild turkey and white-tailed deer as well as various threatened and endangered species.