Hiking Near Me in Oakland, md
Herrington Manor State Park
222 Herrington Lane, Oakland, MD
Located within Garrett State Forest in Garrett County, Herrington Manor State Park's development began in the 1930's with the aid of the Civilian Conservation Corps. A 53-acre lake was formed... 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Antietam National Battlefield
5831 Dunker Church Road, Sharpsburg, MD
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
