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# Savage Highlands State Park

Garrett · Maryland Department of Natural Resources

PLAN YOUR VISIT

## The practical details.

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

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

## About Savage Highlands State Park

Savage Highlands is located about ten miles west of Frostburg, MD, near the Alleghany Front and Eastern Continental Divide in Garrett County. It is securely positioned within the westernmost reaches of the Chesapeake Bay watershed, despite being perched over 2500 ft in elevation on Big Savage Mountain. The surrounding Mt. Aetna Tract of Savage River State Forest allows for about eight miles of non-motorized, multi-use trails. Hiking, mountain biking, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and picnicking can be accommodated from the state park. Hunting opportunities and fishing in the Savage River are accessible nearby from the adjacent Savage River State Forest. Wildlife enthusiasts may see white tailed deer, black bear, bobcats, birds-of-prey, and a variety of song birds and reptiles while exploring the property. Guests are encouraged to practice Leave No Trace outdoor ethics to minimize their impact on the surrounding resources and avoid any potential for negative wildlife interactions.

## Activities & facilities

[Hiking ↗](https://marylandparks.org/activities/hiking)[Camping ↗](https://marylandparks.org/activities/camping)[Picnicking ↗](https://marylandparks.org/activities/picnicking)[Birdwatching ↗](https://marylandparks.org/activities/birdwatching)[Biking ↗](https://marylandparks.org/activities/biking)

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

## Read before you roam.

[THE FIELD GUIDE

### How to read park closures & visitor notices

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### Pests, treatments & Maryland park visits

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

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### Plan a Maryland park day

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## 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

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