- Trails
- 6
- Total Distance
- 10.4 mi
- Difficulty
- 6 Moderate
- Fee
- Free
- Dogs
- On a Leash
- Hunting
- Hunting Area
Good For: Mountain Bike, E-Bike, Hike, Trail Running
Trails at Savage River State Forest
Hunting AreaSavage River State ForestTrail 01Moderate1.4 miMountain Bike, E-Bike, Hike, Trail RunningHunting AreaSavage River State ForestTrail 02Moderate2.6 miMountain Bike, E-Bike, Hike, Trail RunningHunting AreaSavage River State ForestTrail 03Moderate2.7 miMountain Bike, E-Bike, Hike, Trail RunningHunting AreaSavage River State ForestTrail 04Moderate1.2 miMountain Bike, Hike, Trail RunningHunting AreaSavage River State ForestTrail 05Moderate1.9 miMountain Bike, E-Bike, Hike, Trail RunningHunting AreaSavage River State ForestTrail 06Moderate0.6 miMountain Bike, E-Bike, Hike, Trail RunningAbout Savage River State Forest
Savage River State Forest is Maryland’s largest state forest, with rugged, remote trails in the hills around Grantsville. Margraff Plantation’s mountain bike trails are in this forest too.
Plan to be self-sufficient. Water sources are few, it is a trash-free forest, and trails need a day or two to dry after heavy rain. The forest is open to hunting, including Sunday deer hunting this season, so wear blaze orange from fall through winter.
Check today’s conditions on the DCAB Trail Conditions page before you head out. Every trail below links to its own page with distance, difficulty and a map.
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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.