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The lat/long on CampingInUSA were updated 5/5/2022 to reflect what the State Forest site says is the CORRECT way to get into this campground.
Equestrian Camping
Campsites are primitive and a bathhouse is located in the center of the equestrian/special events camping loop. Equestrian Camping is roughly $30.00 per night per campsite. Make a reservation by calling 1-888-432-2267 (M-F 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) or online during the camping season (April through October). A horse is required to stay in this campground.
Youth Group Camping
Youth group passes are honored. Youth group camping reservations can only be made by calling the Maryland Park Service Reservation Service at 1-888-432-2267 Make future reservations by calling 1-888-432-2267 or online. The Maryland Park Service reserves the right to restrict the maximum and minimum number of vehicles and individuals admitted under one youth group pass per visit.
Check out a map of the youth group and special event loops.
Family Camping
Family camping is available from April to October. Walk-ins are not permitted in office; same day reservations are made by calling 1-888-432-2267 (M-F 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.) or online (24/7).
Check out a map of the Family Camping Area.
The lat/long on The Dyrt were updated 5/5/2022 to reflect what the State Forest site says is the CORRECT way to get into this campground.
Loved it. The Rangers were really nice and it wasnt too bad of a hike. Make sure you are looking for the pond. Its not on the trail but just off it. We walked right it.
The absolute peace and beauty is just undeniable outside of the 3 & 6 year old that we brought with us for their first time camping and they almost never listen as it is anyway. However they've been technology free since Sunday without complaint which we love. The trails, bike riding, walking playing in the woods and water has offered a host of things to do. As well they have learned to build a fire after harvesting their own wood, pitch a tent, learned how to wash laundry by hand and hang out dry, cook like Gordon Ramsay over a fire, and the absolute best (and a win for us... sleep without a television!!)
This place has been a joy and we will definitely return as well as recommend to others. Yes, the ticks have been an issue but, it's the woods, it's THEIR HOME, NOT OURS, they belong here, we don't. So, if you decide to come, expect it don't complain, ÝOU are invading THEIR space, bring spray and use it. The squirrels are smart, lock up your stuff, They made off with the majority of a loaf of our bread on the third day. But were quickly forgiven because they're so cute.
Have a great stay!!!
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The "fishing" pond... other than some adorable frogs, dragonflies, water skippers, snakes (I'm sure) and rowdy little gray squirrels that "lake" is dead. The actual water smells foul, the odor of death floats up from it with the breeze. A plethora of Water skippers take over with nothing to eat them. Not one single attempt from anything below to eat anything above.
From live bait we provided to food products and lures. Its no wonder each time we went no other human showed up unless they were just riding by..... quickly.
Wonderful park, but won’t go again because of the people hunting. Very scary to be in a forest with crazy people with guns. But if you can stomach that, the park is absolutely amazing. Great trails with good signs. Many grills. Few people.
Great! this place looks nice, it would be a great camping if additional attractions added, Nothing much to play or enjoy around, too remote
Nice place to visit. You can camp here, have picnics and do some hiking. They have pavilions that you can rent for family events. I grew up around the area and came here a lot. It's a small place but peaceful.
