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| Off Road Vehicle Trail | |
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| Location | Potomac-Garrett State Forest, 301-334-2038 Garrett County |
| Trail Access | Snaggy Mountain Road. Parking is available at the trail head on Cranesville Road. |
| Trail Distance | 3.5 miles one way 20-30 minutes one way |
| Trail | Gravel road with some hills. This trail is marked with fluorescent green blazes. |
| Skill Level | Beginner |
| Suitable for families? | Yes |
| Vehicles Permitted | Any registered motor vehicle or any unregistered four wheeler, motorcycle or snowmobile with a DNR off-road vehicle permit |
| Hazards/Restrictions | Keep to marked trail and practice safe riding. |
| Potable Water | None |
| Natural Features | Hardwood forest Wildlife includes deer, wild turkey, ruffed grouse and black bear |
| Camping | Swallow Falls State Park offers 65 wooded sites with modern bathhouses (closed Dec. 15 through April 15) Potomac-Garrett State Forest offers 36 primitive campsites. |
| Other Points of Interest | Several watchable wildlife areas are located in Potomac-Garrett State Forest. The bicentennial tree, better known as the Maryland Champion Northern Red Oak, is located along this trail. |
| Fees or Permits | Camping fees (self-registration located at the entrance of Snaggy Mountain Road). ORV registration of $15 required. Permits are available at forest and park offices during working hours. |
| Description | The trail is the graveled Snaggy Mountain Road, which is fairly level but has some long hills. You can walk a short side trail which will take you to the Maryland bicentennial tree. You'll also pass a watchable wildlife area with an active beaver dam near the south end of Snaggy Mountain Road. |
| Other ORV Trails | Pocomoke State Forest, 410-632-2566 Savage River State Forest, 301-895-5759 |
Resources Recommended Gear and Safety Tips
- Do not disturb, drive, or pursue wildlife with your vehicle
- Do not carry loaded firearms on your ORV
- Youth 12 years old and older must be accompanied by an adult with a valid driver's license
- Wear a helmet and eye protection at all times and other protective clothing suitable to the environment when you ride
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