Deep Creek Lake
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Maryland State Parks and Forests near Deep Creek Lake
in Garrett County
Explore the mountains and rivers of Garrett County from our website.

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Nearly 90,000 acres of public lands in several state forests and parks to satisfy taste for adventure just gets started at the lake. From the highest waterfalls in Maryland (Muddy Creek 53'), to lush hardwood forests and quiet trails, we invite all our guests to take advantage of the impressive park system in Garrett County.

Important Maryland DNR, Parks and Forests Links

Marylands Highest Waterfalls and Mountains

The Discovery Center is a great stop for folks of all ages.

Deep Creek Lake
Features: 1 mile of public shoreline, hiking trails, boat launching, group picnic shelters, shelters, beach area, playgrounds, bonfire extravaganza, and ranger programs.
Discovery Center Nature Center
Park Map | Hiking Trail Map | Trailguide
Website | (301) 387-4111

Swallow Falls State Park
Features: Easy scenic hiking trails, 3 Waterfalls including 53' Muddy Creek Falls, river fishing, virgin Hemlock forest, picnic areas, playgrounds, gift shop, Garrett Trail and ranger programs.
Hiking Trail Map | Garrett Trail System Map
Trailguide (301)387-6938

Swallow Falls is a must see
for visitors to Garrett County
and Deep Creek Lake.

Herrington Manor is a year-round facility.

 
Herrington Manor State Park
Features: Swimming, boating in rowboats, canoes and paddle boats, picnicking, hiking, tennis, and volleyball. Interpretive programs, picnic sites, Garrett Trail, cross country skiing in winter.
Website | Mountain Biking Info 2
Herrington Manor Trail Map | Trailguide
(301)334-9180

Savage River State Forest
Features: Largest State Forest at 54,000 acres. Biking trails, snowmobiling, orv trails, trout fishing canoeing, hiking, history. Pets on leash but permitted at all times.
(301) 895-5759

Countless acres of land to roam.
Swimming beach, trails, picnic shelters and more.
New Germany State Park
Features: Boat rental and launch, xc-skiing, fishing, shelters, swimming area, nature center.
Website | Hiking Trail Map | Trailguide
(301) 895-5453
 
Potomac Garrett State Forest
Features: 11,461 acres, mountains, streams and valleys. Lost Lands Wildlands, Backbone Mountain. Picnic shelters, fishing, hiking, orv trails, snowmobiling, mountain biking.
(301) 334-2038
Wild rivers and Wild Lands.


Other State and Public Parks in the Deep Creek Lake Area

Note:Trails for off-road vehicles, or ORV's, are available in Garrett, Potomac, Green Ridge, Savage River and Pocomoke State Forests. Off-road vehicles must be registered annually with DNR and display a registration sticker. Registration stickers are available from any DNR regional service center, and stickers and trail maps are available at the five state forests where ORV use is permitted.
 

All Maryland State Park © Photography by Crede Calhoun

 
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23789 Garrett Highway, Suite 3
McHenry, MD 21541
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