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Meadow Mountain Trail System
Saturday, December 23, 2023
| Other Names | Savage River State Forest, Chesnut Ridge, Frank Brenneman Road, Monroe Run Valley, Garrett County, East Shale Road ORV Trail |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This area offers a few non-motorized trails and a 4x4 trail that is about three 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.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | MD DNR Registraton Sticker |
| Dates Open | March 16 - Dec 14 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Unknown | |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes (84 dB) | maximum sound level at 50' |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 ATVs | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | Some Areas | (camp in developed sites only) |
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | Unknown | |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | keep on the trail |
| Rule Enforcement |
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TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | State Forest |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | (None) |
| Camping | (None) |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Grantsville, MD | ||
| Address | New Germany Road, Grantsville, MD 21536 | ||
| 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). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Savage River State Forest 127 Headquarters Lane Grantsville, MD 21536 (301) 895-5759 socialmedia.dnr@maryland.gov dnr.maryland.gov |
| Contact Info | Maryland Department of Natural Resources dnr.maryland.gov |
| Comment | ORV Registration Info |
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 54,000 acres (84 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 3 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 2600 to 2800 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice |  Some | |
 Amateur |  Mostly | |
 Expert |  Little |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Pilot Travel Center (301) 895-4536 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Pilot Travel Center (301) 895-4536 |
 Water | 1-5 Miles (S) | New Germany State Park Campground (301) 895-5453 |
 RV Hookup | Grantsville, MD | |
 RV Disposal | Grantsville, MD | |
| Campground | 1-5 Miles (S) | New Germany State Park Campground (301) 895-5453 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (NE) | Pilot Travel Center (301) 895-4536 |
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