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Assateague State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/eastern/assateague.html
Maryland's only ocean park located on Assateague Island. Features, events and camping information. |
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Calvert Cliffs State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/southern/calvertcliffs.html
Highlights the cliffs which dominate the shoreline of the Chesapeake Bay for thirty miles in Calvert County. Trail guide and features. |
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St. Marys River State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/southern/stmarysriver.html
Situated at the northern end of the St. Mary's River watershed, the park shows a wide range of habitats, from wooded acres and fields to swamps and small streams. History and features. |
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Rocky Gap State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/rockygap.html
Department of Natural Resources page with park information, hours, and events. |
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Swallow Falls State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/swallowfalls.html
Along the Youghiogheny River, with a 63-foot waterfall. Includes campground rules and rates, and driving directions. |
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Seneca Creek State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/central/seneca.html
The park, comprised of 6,300 acres, extends along 14 scenic miles of Seneca Creek, as it winds its way to the Potomac River in Montgomery County. |
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Washington Monument State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/washington.html
Named for the first monument in the country erected to the "father of our country," George Washington. A rugged stone tower was dedicated to the first president by the citizens of Boonsboro in 1827. |
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Patapsco Valley State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/central/patapscovalley.html
Runs along Patapsco River and encompasses 14,000 acres and five developed recreational areas. Site offers newsletter, camping and visiting schedules, rules and regulations, and self-guided recreational activities. |
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Deep Creek Lake State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/deepcreeklake.html
Department of Natural Resources information page includes environmental information, park hours and activities. |
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Smallwood State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/southern/smallwood.html
Includes marina on Mattawoman Creek, a tributary of the Potomac River, fishing, picnicking, camping, and a historic area. |
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Point Lookout State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/southern/pointlookout.html
Recreational peninsula. Features, history, profile and special facilities. |
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Greenwell State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/southern/greenwell.html
A 596-acre State Park located on the Patuxent River. Trails, features and history. |
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Tuckahoe State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/eastern/tuckahoe.html
Located in Queen Anne. Information from the Department of Natural Resources about the facilities, trails, and programs offered. |
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Pocomoke River State Forest and Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/eastern/pocomokeriver.html
Trail maps, camping information, and event calendar from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. |
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South Mountain State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/southmountain.html
Historic park with 10,000 acres for hiking along the Appalachian Trail. History and amenities. |
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Elk Neck State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/central/elkneck.html
Sandy beaches, marshlands and heavily wooded bluffs comprise the peninsula formed by the North East and Elk Rivers, and the Chesapeake Bay, where this park is located. Description of amenities, map, and trail guide. |
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Gunpowder Falls State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/central/gunpowder.html
Includes park features, directions, and reservation form. |
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Gambrill State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/gambrill.html
History, features, trails and directions. |
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Janes Island State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/eastern/janesisland.html
Comprised of two distinct areas, a developed mainland section with cabins and camping areas, and a portion accessible only by boat. |
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Sandy Point State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/southern/sandypoint.html
786 acre park on the Chesapeake Bay offering swimming, fishing, crabbing, boating and windsurfing. Features, hours and fees. |
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Patuxent River State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/central/patuxentriver.html
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. Recreational use is primarily hunting, fishing, hiking and horseback riding. |
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Herrington Manor State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/herringtonmanor.html
Located within Garrett State Forest development began in the 1930's with the aid of the Civilian Conservation Corps. A 53-acre lake was formed by damming Herrington Creek, and ten cabins were erected on a wooded knoll above the lake. Activities, trails and cabin information. |
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St. Clements Island State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/southern/stclements.html
The 40 acre park includes a memorial cross dedicated to the memory of the first Marylanders. Accessible only by boat. History and features. |
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Susquehanna State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/central/susquehanna.html
Riverside park three miles northwest of Havre de Grace, with fishing, camping, and several historical sites including the water-powered Rock Run Mill. Grain is still ground at the mill in much the same way as it was in 1794. |
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Cunningham Falls State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/cunninghamfalls.html
Official DNR site with history and description of camping, hiking, fishing, and other features. |
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New Germany State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/newgermany.html
Lakeside park with hiking, fishing, watersports, cabins, and campsites, located within the Savage River State Forest. |
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Greenbrier State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/greenbrier.html
A multi-use park providing many kinds of recreation with the Appalachian Trail passing through the park and a 42-acre man-made lake and beach. Features, reservations and trail guide. |
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Rocks State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/central/rocks.html
An 855-acre park with fishing, picnicking, and a waterfall. Map and contact information. |
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Casselman River Bridge State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/casselman.html
A single arch stone bridge that once served the old National Road. History and area map. |
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Big Run State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/bigrun.html
300 acres, rustic camping opportunities with 30 unimproved campsites and a youth group camping area |
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Dans Mountain State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/dansmountain.html
Daylight only park named for Daniel Cresap, one of the first settlers in Allegany County. Directions, history and features. |
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Department of Natural Resources: North Point State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/central/northpoint.html
Official site. Includes a park map, descriptions of facilities, and directions. |
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Chapel Point State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/southern/chapelpoint.html
Located on the Port Tobacco River, it is an undeveloped multi-use park. |
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Rosaryville State Park and Mt. Airy Mansion - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/southern/rosaryville.html
A 982 acre day-use park and the location of the historic Mount Airy Mansion. Miles of trails for hiking, biking and equestrians are available for day use. |
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Gathland State Park - http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/gathland.html
Once the mountain home of George Alfred Townsend, a Civil War journalist. It is the site of a unique collection of buildings and structures that he designed and constructed, some of which have been restored. |