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Snowmobiling
Location Potomac-Garrett State Forest Garrett Trail System, 301-334-2038
Garrett County
Trail Access The trail can be accessed along Herrington Manor Road, in the dip approximately one half mile north of Herrington Manor State Park entrance.
Parking is available at this location.
Distance 9 mile circuit
Time 1-2 hours
Trail Varied terrain
Some hills
Trail is marked with fluorescent green blazes
Skill Level Beginner
Suitable For Families? Yes
Hazards/Restrictions Keep to marked trail
Potable Water None
Natural Features Hardwood forests
Wildlife includes deer, wild turkey and ruffed grouse
Historic/Cultural Features Old logging roads
Snowmobile Repairs None available
Camping Swallow Falls State Park offers 65 wooded campsites with modern bathhouses. Swallow Falls campground closed Dec. 15 through April 15.
Potomac-Garrett State Forest offers 36 primitive campsites, located in Snaggy Mountain Recreation Area.
Other Points of Interest Several watchable wildlife areas in Potomac-Garrett State Forest and the Champion Northern Red Oak are all signed throughout the park system.
Fees or Permits Camping fees
ORV registration of $15
Description Much of the trail is on old logging roads. A portion of it is on the graveled Snaggy Mountain Road. The trail is fairly level, but has some long hills. A short side trail will take you to the Maryland Champion Northern Red Oak. You will also pass a watchable wildlife area with an active beaver dam near the south end of Snaggy Mountain Road. All trails and historical points of interest are marked.


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