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# Big Run State Park

Garrett · Maryland Department of Natural Resources

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

Visitor advisoryTrails & roads

### Big Run State Park: Maintenance

Park-specific information

- [Big Run State Park](https://marylandparks.org/parks/big-run-state-park)

ALERT-Effective September 8, 2026, Big Run Road will be CLOSED 1,000 FEET NORTH OF THE INTERSECTION WITH SAVAGE RIVER ROAD while crews complete the replacement of the existing culvert with a new bridge. The closure is expected to remain in effect through December, 2026. This closure is necessary to facilitate the safe installation of a new bridge structure on the lower end of Big Run Road. The Garrett County Roads Department and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources appreciate the patience and cooperation of all residents, commuters, and visitors during this important infrastructure improvement project.All campsites on Big Run Road, including Campsites 123-144, Campsites 60-75, the Creekside Group Campsite, and the Monroe Run Group Campsite*, will be accessible only by following New Germany Road to Big Run Road. There will be no access to Big Run Road from Savage River Road. Campsites 78-89 and the Big Run Pavilion will be accessible only from Savage River Road. There will be no access to Savage River Road from Big Run Road.*The Monroe Run Group Campsite will not have electric service during the construction period.

[Read the official notice: Maryland park status dashboard ↗](https://dnr.maryland.gov/Pages/park-status-dashboard.aspx)Source checked Oct 15, 2026

PLAN YOUR VISIT

## The practical details.

**Managing agency**: Maryland Department of Natural Resources

[Official park information](https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/western/bigrun.aspx)

We have not yet verified hours, entry fees, accessibility details. Confirm these with the managing agency before traveling.

Check notice timestamps and official updates. Conditions can change between source checks.

## Weather & forecast

National Weather Service · [Official forecast ↗](https://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.php?lat=39.54717&lon=-79.13703000000001)

## About Big Run State Park

Park Headquarters:Big Run State Parkc/o New Germany State Park349 Headquarters LaneGrantsville, MD 21536 Situated at the mouth of the Savage River Reservoir, Big Run State Park is the perfect base camp from which to enjoy the surrounding Savage River State Forest. Campers at Big Run have easy access to fishing, boating, hiking or hunting opportunities. Autumn visitors have a spectacular view of the changing colors on the surrounding mountain ridges. Become familiar with the park's primitive conditions before your visit. Volunteer OpportunitiesAccessibilityBoating and FishingBlack Bear CountryExplore Garrett County State Parks

## Find your way.

Map points represent park land, not verified visitor entrances. Follow the managing agency’s entrance directions. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors.

This point represents park land, and may not be a public entrance. Follow official entrance directions.

[Official visitor information & directions ↗](https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/western/bigrun.aspx)

## Read before you roam.

[THE FIELD GUIDE

### How to read park closures & visitor notices

Check the affected area, source, dates, and last verification before planning a Maryland park visit.

Read the guide](https://marylandparks.org/guides/understanding-park-notices)[THE FIELD GUIDE

### Pests, treatments & Maryland park visits

Understand pest notices, treatment schedules, and the difference between regional guidance and a documented park impact.

Read the guide](https://marylandparks.org/guides/pests-and-park-visits)[THE FIELD GUIDE

### Plan a Maryland park day

A practical sequence for choosing a park, checking access, reading the forecast, and finding official visitor information.

Read the guide](https://marylandparks.org/guides/planning-a-maryland-park-day)

## Sources & verification

Park facts and notices are checked separately. Missing facility information does not mean a facility is absent. Official visitor page checked Oct 15, 2026.

- [Maryland state park directory](https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/parkmap.aspx) · Oct 15, 2026

- [Maryland DNR lands](https://mdgeodata.md.gov/imap/rest/services/Environment/MD_ProtectedLands/FeatureServer/0) · Oct 15, 2026

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## Nearby parks.

Within 35 miles in a straight line. Travel distances and entrances vary.

[All parks](https://marylandparks.org/parks)

[Allegany · Garrett

### Savage River State Forest

Maryland Department of Natural Resources](https://marylandparks.org/parks/savage-river-state-forest)

[Garrett

### New Germany State Park

Maryland Department of Natural Resources](https://marylandparks.org/parks/new-germany-state-park)

[Garrett

### Cunningham Swamp Wildlife Management Area

Maryland Department of Natural Resources](https://marylandparks.org/parks/cunningham-swamp-wildlife-management-area)