Hunting Alert
Muzzleloader Season: Oct. 22–24 (Starts Tomorrow)
On a handful of days it’s better to be safe than sorry by simply staying out of hunting areas. Trails in no-hunting areas include Broadford Lake and Fork Run. Wear blaze orange if you head out anywhere else.
Hunting Alert
Bear Season: Oct. 26–31 (Starts Tomorrow)
On a handful of days it’s better to be safe than sorry by simply staying out of hunting areas. Trails in no-hunting areas include Broadford Lake and Fork Run. Wear blaze orange if you head out anywhere else.
Hunting Alert
Youth Hunt Weekend: Nov. 14–15 (Starts Tomorrow)
On a handful of days it’s better to be safe than sorry by simply staying out of hunting areas. Trails in no-hunting areas include Broadford Lake and Fork Run. Wear blaze orange if you head out anywhere else.
Hunting Alert
Rifle Season Opening Week: Nov. 28–Dec. 5 (Starts Tomorrow)
On a handful of days it’s better to be safe than sorry by simply staying out of hunting areas. Trails in no-hunting areas include Broadford Lake and Fork Run. Wear blaze orange if you head out anywhere else.
New Germany State Park · Hand-Cut Trail
Orchard Loop Access
- Distance
- 0.18 mi
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Activities
- Hike, Mountain Bike, Cross-Country Ski, Snowshoe
Local Note: Bluebird fall day! Trails are dry and fast. Watch for slick leaf cover on descents and frosty spots early tomorrow morning.
Trail Type & Etiquette
Hand-cut trail: drains well and rides fine with a little rain.
Leave a Track, Turn Back. If your tires or boots are leaving a track, pick another trail. Don't Walk in Set Ski Tracks.
Updated Thu, Oct 22, 6:43 PM. These ratings come from DCAB riders who are out on these trails all week. They are rated for mountain biking, so hikers, runners and skiers can use them as a general guide. Conditions can change fast, and trails are rarely closed; use your judgment.
A 0.18-mile easy doubletrack that connects to Orchard Loop.
Photos & Video
Plan Your Visit
- Trailhead
- 349 Headquarters Lane, Grantsville, MD 21536
- Hours & Season
- 8 a.m. to sunset.
- Managed By
- Maryland Park Service · 301-895-5453
- Emergency
- Call 911. Nearest hospital: Garrett Regional Medical Center, 251 N. 4th Street, Oakland (301-533-4000).
Know Before You Go
- About 10 miles of multi-use trails for hiking and mountain biking, groomed and tracked for cross-country skiing when there’s enough snow.
- Snowshoers are welcome but should stay off the ski tracks.
- No cell service in the park. Download a map before you go.
- A small lake for fishing, swimming and paddling.
- 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.