Savage River State Forest, state forest in Garrett County, Western Maryland, United States
Savage River State Forest is a large woodland covering about 54,000 acres in northeastern Garrett County with multiple waterways and the Savage River Reservoir at its center. The terrain consists mainly of hardwoods like oak and maple, with a mix of mature forest around 100 years old and younger growth areas.
The land was heavily logged starting in the 1800s, leaving large areas stripped bare. The Garrett family donated land in 1906 to begin forest conservation, and Maryland purchased its first state holdings in 1929; the Civilian Conservation Corps expanded trails and facilities during the 1930s.
The forest has served Native Americans and early settlers as a passage and resource. Today it functions as a gathering place where people from nearby towns come to walk, fish, and spend quiet time together in nature.
Obtain maps and permits at parking kiosks or online before your visit. Call ahead if planning to visit the office or shooting range, since hours are limited to Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings.
The Savage River Reservoir was built by the U.S. Army in the early 1950s as a backup water supply for Washington, D.C. The forest also has a public shooting range open daily from sunrise to sunset that welcomes visitors for target practice.
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