Welcome to Garrett County State Parks!

On behalf of all our dedicated park staff, we are thrilled that you have chosen to visit one, or several, of the beautiful State Parks in Maryland’s western most county. Situated high on the Allegheny Plateau, Garrett County’s natural spaces have long fostered a rich heritage and an abundance of recreational opportunities. There is truly something for everyone, whether you seek a tranquil lake to unplug and reflect (we recommend New Germany State Park) or an adrenaline rush driving offhighway vehicles at Wolf Den Run State Park. Adventure can be found for all ages and abilities, as demonstrated by the Garrett County Coyotes Youth Mountain Biking Team featured on this page, joyfully riding boulder strewn single track trails at Deep Creek Lake State Park.

Let Maryland State Parks be your base camp for honoring family traditions and making new ones! State Parks in Garrett County offer a variety of overnight accommodations to meet every need, from traditional campsites to glamping and full-service cabins. Many amenities are available to reserve beyond the summer season, or even year-round. Additionally, there are a number of passes available to help make your Maryland State Park visit even more affordable, and can be easily purchased either online, or at many of your local State Park facilities. See the info box on the following page for pass options you may want to explore.

So go chase waterfalls at Swallow Falls State Park, follow the same path of intrepid settlers traveling west over 200 years ago at Casselman River Bridge State Park, and challenge yourself to ride the rapids or catch a trophy trout from the Youghiogheny River at Sang Run State Park. No matter your journey, or if your method of travel includes hiking boots, snowmobiles or camping trailers, we are excited you came!

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Deep Creek Lake State Park has become a premier mountain biking destination in Western Maryland.