Broadford Lake Park: Flatwater Paddle Trail

Oct 21, 2026 | 0 comments

Sunset reflections on Broadford Lake

Broadford Lake Park: Flatwater Paddle Trail

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Trail System: Broadford Lake Park
Activities: Kayak, Canoe, Stand-Up Paddleboard
Lake Size: 140 acres
Motors: Electric only

Trail system is at Broadford Lake Park, a Town of Oakland park located in Mountain Lake Park, MD.

Broadford Lake is a 140-acre lake where gas motors aren’t allowed (electric motors only), so it stays calm and quiet for flatwater paddling. Launch paddle craft at one of the two designated launch areas, and stay clear of the buoyed swimming beach.

No boat? The park rents john boats, canoes, kayaks and paddle boats in season, subject to staff availability: $5 an hour or $15 a day, cash only, first come, first served. The park is open sunrise to sunset from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, with a per-car daily entry fee in that season.

Address: 123 Recreation Ln, Mountain Lake Park, MD 21550
Driving & Parking Directions: Check the map below.

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Photos & Video

Sunset reflections on Broadford LakeAerial view of Broadford Lake ParkDCIM\100MEDIA\DJI_0220.JPGPicnic table by Broadford LakeGrassy dam along Broadford Lake

Plan Your Visit

Trailhead
123 Recreation Lane, Mountain Lake Park, MD 21550
Fee
Per-car daily entry fee from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day (season passes available; seniors 65+ free with verification).
Hours & Season
Sunrise to sunset during the summer season.
Hunting
No hunting, except waterfowl hunting on Nov. 23–25, 2026.
Managed By
Town of Oakland · 301-334-2691
Accessibility
A 1-mile paved loop circles part of the lake.
Emergency
Call 911. Nearest hospital: Garrett Regional Medical Center, 251 N. 4th Street, Oakland (301-533-4000).
Get DirectionsOfficial Trail MapPark Website

Know Before You Go

  • Beginner-friendly: 3+ miles of beginner-to-intermediate singletrack, plus a 1-mile paved loop.
  • Follow the arrows. Trail direction rotates, and hikers and bikers travel opposite directions.
  • There are trailheads at both parking lots. Boats and pavilions are available to rent in summer.
  • Leave No Trace. Pack out what you pack in, stay on the trail, and if you're leaving a track, turn back.
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Visitor details checked by Deep Creek Times in October 2026. Fees and hours can change; confirm with the managing agency.