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Savage River State Forest

State forest · 54,000 acres

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Not confirmed

State forests run different rules from state parks. Dispersed camping usually needs a permit. Unconfirmed.

Maryland's largest state forest at around 54,000 acres, wrapping Big Run and New Germany. Dispersed camping, hunting, trout water and the reservoir behind it. A forest rather than a park, which means different rules. Worth knowing which one you're standing in.

What's there

Facilities

8/14 confirmed
Waterfall
No
Beach
Not confirmed
Swimming
No
Restrooms
Not confirmed
Picnic areas
Not confirmed
Showers
Not confirmed
Camping
Yes
Cabins
No
Trails
Yes
Boat launch
Yes
Boat rentals
Not confirmed
Fishing
Yes
Winter use
Yes
Pets
Not confirmed

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
301-895-5759

Where it's

Savage River State Forest State forest, Grantsville, MDDirections →

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