Big Run State Park Campground
Open year-round. All sites require advance reservations via parkreservations.maryland.gov or by calling 1-888-432-2267. Same-day reservations are not permitted online or by phone; campers without reservations may pay on arrival for sites marked 'AVAILABLE' for one night only. Check-in is 3 p.m., check-out is 1 p.m.
Flash Flood Warning issued August 11 at 2:50AM EDT until August 11 at 4:15AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
At 250 AM EDT, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across the warned area. Between 1.5 and 3.5 inches of rain have fallen. The expected rainfall rate is 0.75 to 1.5 inches in 1 hour. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms. SOURCE...Radar. IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Bittinger... Grantsville... Friendsville... Accident... Jennings... Keysers Ridge... New Germany... Mineral Spring... Merrill... Selbysport... Piney Grove...
Flood Watch issued August 11 at 2:06AM EDT until August 12 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Repetitive rounds of precipitation through tonight will raise flash flood potential. * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...A portion of western Maryland, including the following areas, Eastern Garrett and Western Garrett. * WHEN...Through late tonight. * IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - While most locations will generally see less than 2 inches of rainfall, isolated locations could see up to 2 to 4 inches, which would create high water issues through portions of far western Maryland. - Please visit www.weather.gov/safety/flood for flood safety and preparedness information
About
Big Run State Park sits at the mouth of the Savage River Reservoir in Garrett County, Maryland, surrounded by the 55,000-acre Savage River State Forest. The campground offers 23 primitive family campsites available year-round: sites 63-75 are set in wooded areas with stone-dust pads, while sites 78-90 occupy an open grassy field. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring. Two group camping options are available: the Monroe Run Group Campsite accommodates up to 25 people in a CCC-built shelter with a stone fireplace and electricity, and the Creekside Group Campsite hosts up to 12 people. Camping here is a primitive experience with no hookups or plumbing at individual sites. The park provides composting toilets with ADA accessibility. Campers should be prepared for primitive conditions and bring their own water. Pets are welcome but must remain leashed. Alcohol is prohibited. The location provides easy access to fishing, boating, hiking, and hunting opportunities throughout the Savage River drainage. The reservoir and surrounding forest trails are within close reach of all campsites.
Directions
From I-68, take exit 22 for Route 495 South toward Swanton. Turn right onto Savage River Road and continue approximately 7 miles to the park entrance at 10368 Savage River Road, Swanton, MD 21561.
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Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | — |
| Water Hookups | — |
| Sewer Hookups | — |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $10 - $11 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | 50ft |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Phone | +1 (301) 895-5453 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
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