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.
Savage River State Forest · Hand-Cut Trail
Trail 04
- Distance
- 1.2 mi
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Activities
- Mountain Bike, Hike, Trail Running
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.
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 1.2-mile intermediate singletrack in Savage River State Forest, open to multiple uses and rideable in both directions.
Photos & Video
Plan Your Visit
- Trailhead
- Savage River State Forest Headquarters, 127 Headquarters Lane, Grantsville, MD 21536
- Fee
- Free for trail use. Camping permits are sold at the 24-hour self-service kiosk at headquarters.
- Hours & Season
- The forest is open year-round. The headquarters office keeps limited weekday hours, so call ahead.
- Restrooms
- None at most trailheads. Plan ahead.
- Dogs
- Welcome on a leash in all areas of the forest.
- Hunting
- Open to hunting, including Sunday deer hunting Sept. 13, 2026 to Jan. 31, 2027. Wear blaze orange in hunting season.
- Managed By
- Maryland Forest Service · 301-895-5759
- Emergency
- Call 911. Nearest hospital: Garrett Regional Medical Center, 251 N. 4th Street, Oakland (301-533-4000).
Know Before You Go
- Carry plenty of water. Reliable water sources are few.
- Trash-free forest: pack out everything you bring in.
- Give trails 24 to 48 hours to dry after heavy rain.
- After recent flooding, some forest roads and campsites may be closed. Check with headquarters.
- 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.