Camping at Greenbrier State Park, MD
May 22 – May 25, 2015
May 22 – May 25, 2015
Located in the Appalachian Mountains, this state park offers many recreational opportunities. The man-made freshwater lake offers swimming, sunbathing, boating and fishing opportunities. There are also hiking trails which meander through a variety of wildlife habitats and afford a view of the area’s geological history. Picnic tables and grills and playgrounds are available in the day-use area.
Each campsite is equipped with a table, fire ring and parking area. Fires must be kept inside the fire rings. Dump station available.
Features:
Camping, boat launch, boat rental, camp store, flat water canoeing, hiking trails, picnic area, playground, swimming May-September (lifeguards Memorial Day to Labor Day), mountain biking and hunting. All persons 15 years old or younger are required to wear helmets while cycling in Maryland.
Swimming – Lifeguards are on duty at the swimming area of the lake from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Fishing – The 42-acre freshwater lake is stocked with trout, largemouth bass and bluegill. A Maryland Angler’s License is required for all fishermen 16 years of age or older. All Maryland fishing laws apply.
Things to see – Visitors interested in nature will find Greenbrier State Park well-suited to their pursuits. A wide variety of birds, animals, fish, turtles, frogs and snakes can be found in the park. In addition visitors can enjoy many different species of wildflowers and trees. A visitor center is open year-round and a nature center near the lake is open during the summer.
Geology – Greenbrier State Park is located in the Appalachians, one of the earth’s oldest mountain ranges. Rock outcrops found at Greenbrier show much of the earth’s geologic history.
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