Vacations, Attractions, Activities, Hotels and Resorts at Potomac-Garrett State Forest

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A waterfall in Potomac State Forest.

Facts about (Potomac-Garrett State Forest):

Overview ofPotomac-Garrett State Forest- Facts,Trivia,and Historical Information : The Potomac River has its headwaters in this rugged mountain forest where wildlife abounds and there is excellent trout fishing. Mountain forests, streams and valleys make up nearly 12,000 acres in Potomac State Forest. The forest drains into the Potomac River Basin, and features the highest point in any Maryland state forest Backbone Mountain, elevation 3,220 feet. Another high point in the forest is the rock outcropping near the intersection of Maryland Route 135 and Walnut Bottom Road which overlooks a portion of Potomac State Forest, Savage River State Forest and Crabtree Creek. Potomac State Forest is a very picturesque state forest encompassing nearly 12,000 acres where trail exploration is supreme.

Services,Activities,Amenities,Attractions in (Potomac-Garrett State Forest): Potomac State Forest outdoor recreation opportunities and amenities include cross-country skiing, camping and shelters, fishing, hiking trails, hunting, picnicking, equestrian trails, and snowmobiling. In addition, the forest has several Potomac River swimming holes, popular with locals.

Contact Information:
Address:Potomac State Forest, 222 Herrington Lane , Oakland, MD, 21550
Phone No:301-334-2038

Hotels Close to Potomac-Garrett State Forest

  • Microtel Hazelton (25 miles - starting at $65)
  • Hampton Inn Frostburg Md (28 miles - starting at $85)
  • Days Inn Frostburg (28 miles - starting at $84)
  • Clarion Hotel Morgan (41 miles - starting at $169)
  • Days Inn Elkins (42 miles - starting at $58)
  • Hampton Inn Morgantown Wv (42 miles - starting at $83)
  • Hampton Inn Elkins (42 miles - starting at $70)
  • Fairfield Inn N Stes Marriott (44 miles - starting at $83)
  • Attractions Near Potomac-Garrett State Forest

    Beaches

    Cumberland National Seashore (34 miles)
    The Shoals (234 miles)
    Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (263 miles)
    Island Beach State Park (279 miles)

    Lakes

    Lake Arthur (118 miles)
    Unicorn Lake (183 miles)
    Smithville Lake (194 miles)
    Chautauqua Lake (196 miles)
    Paint Creek Lake (201 miles)

    Mountains

    Ice Mountain (43 miles)
    Spruce Knob (46 miles)
    Turk Mountain (87 miles)
    Blue Ridge Parkway (144 miles)
    Mount Pleasant (147 miles)

    National Parks

    Monongahela National Forest (62 miles)
    Shenandoah Valley National Park (73 miles)
    Harpers Ferry National Historic Park (82 miles)
    Allegheny National Forest (170 miles)
    Cuyahoga Valley National Park (180 miles)

    River

    Blackwater River (17 miles)
    Youghiogheny River (53 miles)
    Shenandoah River (70 miles)
    Little Beaver Creek (114 miles)
    Gauley River National Recreation Area (119 miles)

    State Parks

    Ohiopyle State Park (38 miles)
    Okefenokee Swamp (47 miles)
    Catocin State Park (100 miles)
    James River State Park (120 miles)
    Bald Eagle State Park (145 miles)
    For more Information about (Potomac-Garrett State Forest) Kindly visit the official
    website:
    http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/western/potomacforest.asp

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