Savage River State Forest, Chesnut Ridge, Frank Brenneman Road, Monroe Run Valley, Garrett County, East Shale Road ORV Trail
Last Known Status
Open
DESCRIPTION
Located in western Maryland, this area offers a few non-motorized trails and a 4x4 trail that is about six miles long. The trail is open year-round and is usually dry and rocky but is closed seasonally to offroad use between December 15 through March 15.
All OHVs must display a Maryland ORV Sticker which can be purchased at the Savage River State Forest Ranger Station. During the winter months snowmobiles are permitted on the trails. There are numerous primitive campsites scattered throughout the forest however nearby New Germany State Park offers boating, camping, swimming and cabin rentals.
From: Grantsville, MD
1) Take US-40 east about .6 miles
2) Turn right (south) on New Germany Road, continue 3.6 miles
3) Staging area is on the left (east).
TYPE OF AREA
Area
Trail
Land
State Forest
QUALITY
Rating
Recommended Stay
Full Day
REGULATIONS
Permit Required
Yes
MD DNR Registraton Sticker
Dates Open
March 16 - Dec 14
Spark Arrestor
Yes
A spark arresting silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles.
Noise Limit
Yes (84 dB)
maximum sound level at 50'
Night Riding
Unknown
Flags
Not Required
Two Strokes
No Restriction
Cross Country
Prohibited
ATVs
Some Areas
UTVs
Some Areas
4x4s (registered)
No Restriction
Unregistered Cars/4x4s/Buggies
Prohibited
Bicycles
No Restriction
Hiking
No Restriction
Horseback
No Restriction
Camping
Some Areas
(camp in developed sites only)
Campfires
Fireworks
Prohibited
Law Enforcement
Insurance
*Disclaimer: Be Safe! RiderPlanet recommends insurance for all riders and visitors to the destinations depicted on this website.
FEES
Parking
($0.00)
Entry
($0.00)
Riding
($0.00)
Camping
Tent: $0.00 RV: $0.00 Addtl. Vehicle: $0.00
CONTACTS
Contact Info
Savage River State Forest 127 Headquarters Lane Grantsville, MD 21536 (301) 895-5759 www.dnr.state.md.us