Facility Overview

The open-air surface parking facility at BP (operating in conjunction with Par Mar Store #220) is located at 651 Buffalo Creek Road in Kistler, West Virginia. Positioned squarely within the historic Buffalo Creek Valley of Logan County, this roadside retail and refueling facility serves as a vital staging and rest point for local residents, commercial service fleets, and outdoor recreationists navigating the winding Appalachian corridors. The parking area consists of a grade-level, paved asphalt surface lot encircling the main fuel island canopy and convenience store storefront, offering direct, unobstructed access to customer parking bays.

Because the dedicated parking perimeter is an unobstructed outdoor surface lot, standard vehicle clearance restrictions do not apply to the main parking stalls, providing limitless vertical clearance. Drivers of lifted pickup trucks, full-size SUVs, dually work trucks, contractor vans, high-roof camper vans, and light commercial vehicles can park comfortably. Furthermore, the broad apron turning radii make this facility remarkably accommodating for drivers towing utility trailers, off-road vehicle (OHV) flatbeds, and bass boats. Drivers operating tall vehicles only need to observe posted clearance warnings if approaching the covered fuel dispensing island canopy.

Prime Location & Nearby Attractions

Conveniently located along West Virginia Route 16 (Buffalo Creek Road), this facility places visitors within easy reach of community resources, outdoor adventure hotspots, and cultural landmarks across Logan County:

• Hatfield-McCoy Trails: Buffalo Creek Road serves as a key connecting corridor for off-road enthusiasts exploring southern West Virginia's legendary motorized trail networks, including the nearby Devil Anse, Buffalo Mountain, and Rockhouse trail networks.
• Town of Man: Located just 4 miles west down Route 16, the neighboring town of Man offers riverside dining, local banks, pharmacy services, and access to the Guyandotte River for kayaking and fishing.
• Buffalo Creek Flood Memorials & Historic Sites: The valley is recognized worldwide for its coal-mining heritage and the historic 1972 Buffalo Creek flood, with historical markers, local memorial sites, and community parks located a short drive up and down the hollow.
• Man High School Athletic Complex: Home of the Man Hillbillies, hosting regional high school football, basketball, and baseball games, situated approximately 10 minutes away.
• Chief Logan State Park: Located about 25 miles northwest via Route 10 and US-119, offering 4,000 acres of hiking trails, camping, amphitheater performances, and outdoor recreational facilities.

Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity

Navigating to and from the BP facility on Buffalo Creek Road is straightforward. The property features wide, dual-access curb cuts directly off WV-16, allowing smooth, bidirectional ingress and egress even when local traffic peaks during morning and afternoon shift changes at area industrial and mining facilities. Sightlines along this section of Buffalo Creek Road are clear, making left turns into and out of the lot manageable for long-wheelbase trucks and trailer rigs.

Regional vehicular access is anchored by West Virginia Route 10, which intersects Route 16 just minutes to the west in Man, linking drivers north toward the city of Logan and Appalachian Corridor G (US-119), or southeast toward Oceana and Pineville in Wyoming County. While traditional fixed-route municipal rail and subways do not operate in this rural valley, local demand-response mobility is facilitated by Logan County public transit vans and countywide medical transport providers.

Facility Amenities & Key Features

• Generous Surface Stalls: Paved, open-air surface parking spaces situated directly in front of the convenience store and around the perimeter of the apron.
• Zero Vertical Clearance Constraints: Open sky headroom across dedicated parking bays, accommodating elevated roof racks, cargo pods, ladder bars, and tall recreational rigs.
• On-Site Convenience Store: Operated by Par Mar Stores (#220), providing fresh coffee, cold beverages, grab-and-go deli snacks, tobacco products, and automotive essentials.
• Modern Fuel Islands: Quality BP fuels including regular unleaded and diesel options, paired with earnify mobile fuel payment capabilities.
• Nighttime Illumination: High-output exterior canopy and pole-mounted security lighting ensuring clear visibility and safety for nighttime visitors.
• Accessible Parking: Designated ADA-compliant parking spaces positioned immediately adjacent to the building entrance with wheelchair-accessible curb ramps.
• Clean Restroom Facilities: Well-maintained indoor restrooms available for paying customers and road-weary travelers.

Ideal For

• Trail Riders & Off-Roaders: Visitors hauling ATVs, UTVs, dirt bikes, or side-by-sides heading to and from Hatfield-McCoy trail lodging and trailheads.
• Local Commuters & Coal Industry Workers: Convenient staging, coffee stop, and short-term parking point for shift workers traveling along the WV-16 corridor.
• Outdoor Enthusiasts & Anglers: Anglers and kayakers exploring the nearby Guyandotte River and mountain streams.
• Delivery & Commercial Drivers: Technicians, service vehicles, and delivery couriers requiring easy turnaround and quick roadside access.

Visitor & Driver Tips

Drivers visiting the BP lot on Buffalo Creek Road should exercise extra care when pulling out during early morning and late afternoon commute hours, as coal haul trucks and heavy equipment frequently travel along WV-16. If towing a trailer or hauling an oversized recreational vehicle, aim for the outer perimeter of the paved apron rather than directly fronting the retail doors to ensure you do not block the active flow through the fuel pump lanes. During the winter months, mountain roads in Logan County can accumulate frost, slush, or black ice; enter the lot at reduced speed and watch for shaded freezing patches near the stream banks. Short-term customer parking is complimentary while patronizing the store and fueling services.