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| Day-Use | Fishing | yes | | | Hunting | yes | | | Hiking Trail, miles | yes | | | Picnicking | yes |
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Potomac State Forest
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Potomac State Forest
1431 Potomac Camp Road
Oakland, Maryland 21550
Phone: 301-334-2038
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| The Potomac State Forest, 11,461 acres situated between the towns of Oakland and Westernport and partially bordering the Potomac River, is reached from Maryland Routes 135 and 560. The forest drains into the Potomac River Basin, and features the highest point in any Maryland state forest -- Backbone Mountain, elevation 3,200 feet. This is a Maryland State Forest. For full information go to the official webpage. (Link on the right side) |
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| Fishing | |  | Savage River Outfitters - Swanton, MD
For those who like to fish for wild trout...this is the place to be! Savage River Outfitters is a full line Orvis Dealer and Fly Shop with vacation rentals located on the Savage River in Western Maryland. Call ahead to book a half or full day wade trip or fly fishing instructions.
Web Site: www.savageriveroutfitters.com |
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| Cottages and Cabins | | | Savage River Outfitters - Swanton, MD
For those who like to fish for wild trout...this is the place to be! Savage River Outfitters is a full line Orvis Dealer and Fly Shop with vacation rentals located on the Savage River in Western Maryland. Call ahead to book a half or full day wade trip or fly fishing instructions.
Web Site: www.savageriveroutfitters.com |
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