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Sang Run

State park

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No reservation needed

Not on Maryland DNR's list of parks requiring day-use reservations as of 25 June 2026. Day-use fees may still apply on arrival.

A restored 1800s homestead and former general store on the Youghiogheny, kept as a picture of rural life before the lake existed. Also the put-in for the upper Yough, which is genuinely expert-only water.

What's there

Facilities

9/14 confirmed
Waterfall
No
Beach
Not confirmed
Swimming
No
Restrooms
Not confirmed
Picnic areas
Yes
Showers
Not confirmed
Camping
No
Cabins
No
Trails
Yes
Boat launch
Yes
Boat rentals
Not confirmed
Fishing
Yes
Winter use
Yes
Pets
Not confirmed

Where things are

The buildings
The Friends Store and the Election House were the center of the Sang Run community until the 1970s. The Friend family farmed here from the early 1800s until the state bought it in 2008.
Walking
The Bluebird Trail, and demonstration gardens around the park.
Picnic shelter
Rentable for larger gatherings.
Winter
The newest cross-country ski trail in the county.

Getting in

Fee
No day-use service charge listed for this site on DNR's fee schedule. Not confirmed.
Annual pass
Maryland State Park and Trail Passport — $75 a year, $100 for non-residents. Covers day-use entry statewide. Where it can be bought in the county is not confirmed.
Shop
Not confirmed
Hours
Not confirmed
Park office
301-387-5563

Where it's

Sang Run State park, McHenry, MDDirections →

Field notes

What I saw on the day. Not checked with anyone, and it can go out of date faster than the facts above.

  • Field note · 5 August 2026 · Site maintainer, from the 2026 printed guide

    The Election House ties to the campaign for the 19th Amendment — the guide says Garrett County helped propel the suffrage movement, and the house is where that is told.

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