Hiking Near Me in Clear Spring, md

Fort Frederick State Park

11100 Fort Frederick Road, Big Pool, MD

American history from the colonial period to the present can be discovered at Fort Frederick State Park. Our 585 acre park features a unique stone fort that served as Maryland’s frontier... Read More

The majority of historic information about the Battle of Antietam is in this section of our web site. The table below lists categories and links to many specific topics that our park visitors... Read More

Washington Monument State Park

6620 Zittlestown Road, Middletown, MD

Located atop South Mountain, Washington Monument State Park is named for the first completed monument dedicated to the memory of George Washington. The Washington Monument is a rugged stone... Read More

Cunningham Falls State Park

14039 Catoctin Hollow Road, Thurmont, MD

Cunningham Falls State Park is located in the picturesque Catoctin Mountains. It is divided into two separate but unique areas. The William Houck Area located three miles west of Thurmont on... Read More

Gambrill State Park

8602 Gambrill Park Road, Frederick, MD

Gambrill State Park is a beautiful mountain park, located on the ridge of the Catoctin Mountains in Frederick County. Its most popular feature is the 16 miles of trails for hiking, mountain... Read More

Green Ridge State Forest

28700 Headquarters Dr, NE, Flintstone, MD

At 47,560 acres, Green Ridge is the largest contiguous block of public land in Maryland. Green Ridge is located within the Ridge and Valley Province of the Appalachian Mountains. It is rich in... Read More

Rocky Gap State Park

12500 Pleasant Valley Road, Flintstone, MD

Rocky Gap State Park is located in Western Maryland’s Allegany County. The park encompasses over 3,000 acres of public land for visitors to enjoy. Rugged mountains surround the park. The... Read More

Patuxent River State Park

11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD

Located in Howard and Montgomery counties, along the upper 12 miles of the Patuxent River, the park is comprised of 6,700 acres of natural areas and farmlands. A portion of the park is a state... Read More

Morgan Run Natural Environment Area

Benrose Lane, Westminster, MD

Located in Carroll County, the Morgan Run Natural Environment Area is comprised of approximately 2,000 acres of natural area. Hiking and equestrian trails are popular. The Morgan Run is a catch... Read More

Patapsco Valley State Park

8020 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City, MD

Patapsco Valley State Park extends along 32 miles of the Patapsco River, encompassing 16,043 acres and eight developed recreational areas. Recreational opportunities include hiking, fishing,... Read More

New Germany State Park

349 Headquarters Lane, Grantsville, MD

New Germany State Park’s visitors frequently call it a “best kept secret.” This mountain gem is nestled between the 2,900 ft. Big Savage Mountain to the east and the eastern Continental Divide... Read More

Maryland City Park

565 Brock Bridge Road, Laurel, MD

Amenities and Facilities:

Park is open from dawn to dusk
Baseball Fields (2)
Multipurpose Field (2)
Concession Stand (open seasonally)
Dog Park... Read More

Big Run State Park

10368 Savage River Road, Swanton, MD

Situated at the mouth of the Savage River Reservoir, Big Run State Park is the perfect base camp from which to enjoy the surrounding Savage River State Forest. Campers at Big Run have easy... Read More

Smallwood State Park

2750 Sweden Point Road, Marbury, MD

Smallwood State Park takes its name from General William Smallwood, a native born Charles Countian. He was the highest ranked Marylander who served in the American Revolutionary War. His house,... Read More

Potomac State Forest

1431 Potomac Camp Road, Oakland, MD

The Potomac State Forest, 11,535 acres situated between the towns of Oakland and Westernport and partially bordering the Potomac River, is reached from Maryland Routes 135 and... Read More

Deep Creek Lake State Park

898 State Park Road, Swanton, MD

Deep Creek Lake State Park is located in Western Maryland’s Garrett County. The park encompasses over 1,800 acres and adjoins Deep Creek Lake Natural Resources Management Area and its... Read More

Rocks State Park

3318 Rocks Chrome Hill Road, Jarrettsville, MD

Rocks State Park features 855 acres of rocky forest land nestled in rural northern Harford County. Primary attractions at Rocks include the King and Queen Seat and Kilgore Falls. The main... Read More

Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary

11704 Fenno Road, Upper Marlboro, MD

Merkle Wildlife Sanctuary is the only wildlife sanctuary operated by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. It is the wintering ground for several thousand Canada geese, the largest... Read More

Sang Run State Park

3735 Sang Run Road, Mc Henry, MD

Step back in time at Sang Run State Park and the Historic Friends Store. A homestead, formerly known as Friends Delight, dates back to the early 1800’s. The original home site, farm and store... Read More

Swallow Falls State Park

2470 Maple Glade Road, Oakland, MD

This mountain park is located nine miles north of Oakland, Maryland and contains some of Maryland's most breathtaking scenery. The Youghiogheny River flows along the park's borders, passing... Read More