Vacations, Attractions, Activities, Hotels and Resorts at Savage River State Forest

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Map of Savage River State Forest, Detail of Camping Loop

Facts about (Savage River State Forest):

Overview ofSavage River State Forest- Facts,Trivia,and Historical Information : Savage River State Forest is located in the Western Travel Region encompassing 52,812 acres of forest, fields, streams, and wildlife. Approximately 10,000 acres have been designated "wildlands." Within the forest lies two beautiful wooded state parks, Big Run and New Germany, each a destination by themselves. Also, completely encircled by more than 700 acres of the forest on a 42-acre private parcel, is the Savage River Lodge. This unique lodge and cabin facility is designed to compliment the forest by offering contemporary comforts that include luxurious accommodations, guide services and gourmet country meals that appeal to both the individual and the corporate visitor. Each season in the forest has its bevy of rewards. Summers can be hot and humid or refreshingly cool. Winters are oftentimes greeted with gusts of plunging temperatures or pleasant light snowfalls. Autumn ushers in brilliant fall foliage or cold rains while spring welcomes the visitor with her warm beams of sunlight and tender colorful blooms. Wildlife in the forest is just as diverse. Bobcat, raccoon, white-tailed deer, black bear, ruffed grouse, wild turkeys, a plethora of songbirds, and an array of amphibians and reptiles flourish throughout the area.

Services,Activities,Amenities,Attractions in (Savage River State Forest): Hiking, mountain biking, snowmobiling, off-road-vehicular use, cross-country skiing, whitewater paddling, nature study, primitive camping, and fishing are a sampling of recreations enjoyed at Savage River State Forest.

Contact Information:
Address:Savage River State Forest, 349 Headquarters Lane , Grantsville, MD, 21536
Phone No:301-895-5759

Hotels Close to Savage River State Forest

  • Hampton Inn Frostburg Md (16 miles - starting at $85)
  • Days Inn Frostburg (16 miles - starting at $84)
  • Microtel Hazelton (16 miles - starting at $65)
  • Budget Host Inn Somerset (23 miles - starting at $48)
  • Knights Inn Somerset Pa (24 miles - starting at $53)
  • Hampton Inn Somerset Pa (24 miles - starting at $92)
  • Days Inn Donegal (30 miles - starting at $75)
  • Fairfield Inn Marriott Uniontn (32 miles - starting at $70)
  • Attractions Near Savage River State Forest

    Beaches

    Cumberland National Seashore (23 miles)
    The Shoals (237 miles)
    Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area (249 miles)
    Island Beach State Park (272 miles)

    Lakes

    Lake Arthur (98 miles)
    Chautauqua Lake (172 miles)
    Unicorn Lake (181 miles)
    Smithville Lake (196 miles)
    Paint Creek Lake (206 miles)

    Mountains

    Ice Mountain (45 miles)
    Spruce Knob (69 miles)
    Turk Mountain (109 miles)
    Mount Pleasant (159 miles)
    Blue Ridge Parkway (168 miles)

    National Parks

    Harpers Ferry National Historic Park (82 miles)
    Monongahela National Forest (85 miles)
    Shenandoah Valley National Park (91 miles)
    Allegheny National Forest (147 miles)
    Cuyahoga Valley National Park (166 miles)

    River

    Youghiogheny River (34 miles)
    Blackwater River (40 miles)
    Shenandoah River (76 miles)
    Little Beaver Creek (99 miles)
    Clarion River (111 miles)

    State Parks

    Ohiopyle State Park (20 miles)
    Okefenokee Swamp (64 miles)
    Catocin State Park (95 miles)
    Bald Eagle State Park (125 miles)
    James River State Park (143 miles)
    For more Information about (Savage River State Forest) Kindly visit the official
    website:
    http://www.dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/western/savageriver.asp

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