> Canonical: https://marylandparks.org/parks/greenbrier-state-park
> Content revision: 2026-10-15T16:51:26.922Z

[State parks](https://marylandparks.org/types/state-park)[Frederick](https://marylandparks.org/counties/frederick)[Washington](https://marylandparks.org/counties/washington)

# Greenbrier State Park

Frederick · Washington · Maryland Department of Natural Resources

BEFORE YOUR VISIT

Visitor advisoryTrails & roads

### Greenbrier State Park: visitor notice

Park-specific information

- [Greenbrier State Park](https://marylandparks.org/parks/greenbrier-state-park)

New electronic entry gate in use.Starting Friday, May 1, 2026, the new electronic entry gate at Greenbrier State Park will be in use. Visitors will use this gate when the toll booth is unmanned. The gate only accepts credit card. If you currently hold a Maryland Annual State Park and Trail Passport, a Maryland Golden Age Pass, or a Maryland Universal Disability Pass or are in the military or a veteran, please reach out to the park for instructions on how to receive a gate pass. Campers will receive gate instructions upon checking in for their reservation.A temporary closure is now in effect for a portion of the Big Red Trail on the west side of Greenbrier Lake due to dam infrastructure improvements. The section of trail along the backside of the lake will be closed for walking and the dam area will be inaccessible for boating and fishing. Visitors should follow posted signage and use alternate trail routes until work is complete.

[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/greenbrier.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=39.53855&lon=-77.61841000000001)

## About Greenbrier State Park

Eleven miles of hiking trails meander through a variety of wildlife habitats and afford a view of the area's geological history. Most of Greenbriar’s trails are classified as moderate to strenuous, so be prepared for some fairly steep hills and rocky terrain. You will need appropriate footwear (the trails can be very rocky), clothing and gear, including drinking water. Each campsite is equipped with a table, fire ring and parking area. Fires must be kept inside the fire rings. A dump station is available.

## Activities & facilities

[Hiking ↗](https://marylandparks.org/activities/hiking)[Camping ↗](https://marylandparks.org/activities/camping)[Swimming ↗](https://marylandparks.org/activities/swimming)[Boating ↗](https://marylandparks.org/activities/boating)[Fishing ↗](https://marylandparks.org/activities/fishing)

Recorded from park sources. Availability and restrictions may vary by season or visitor area.

## 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/greenbrier.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

[Suggest a correction](https://marylandparks.org/about#corrections) · [Markdown version](https://marylandparks.org/parks/greenbrier-state-park.md)

## Nearby parks.

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

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

[Frederick · Washington

### South Mountain State Park

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

[Frederick

### Fisher Farm Park

Town of Myersville](https://marylandparks.org/parks/fisher-farm-park)

[Frederick · Washington

### Washington Monument State Park

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