Big Run State Park
Notice: Big Run State Park: OPEN (Maintenance) — details
- Status
- Open (per official listing)Daily 8 a.m. – sunset
- Entrance fee
- See fee details
- Day-use reservations
- None mentioned
- Dogs
- Dogs allowed
- Camping
- Yes
- Official site
- dnr.maryland.gov(301) 895-5453
Official page last checked Oct 29, 2026. Details last changed Oct 29, 2026. How we keep this current
Current alerts 2
Alert Park alertEFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2021: ALL CAMPSITES AT BIG RUN STATE PARK WILL BE AVAILABLE BY RESERVATION. TO BOOK A SITE, CALL 1-888-432-CAMP OR VISIT… (more)
EFFECTIVE JUNE 1, 2021: ALL CAMPSITES AT BIG RUN STATE PARK WILL BE AVAILABLE BY RESERVATION. TO BOOK A SITE, CALL 1-888-432-CAMP OR VISIT parkreservations.maryland.gov. Tags indicating which sites are reserved will be updated by 1 p.m. daily. Same-day reservations will not be permitted by phone or online. Campers without a reservation will be permitted to pay upon arrival for campsites marked "AVAILABLE" for one night only. Situated at the mouth of the Savage River Reservoir, Big Run State Park is the perfect base camp from which to enjoy the surrounding Savage River State Forest. Campers at Big Run have easy access to fishing, boating, hiking or hunting opportunities. Autumn visitors have a spectacular view of the changing colors on the surrounding mountain ridges. Become familiar with the park's primitive conditions before your visit. Sign up here to receive news about upcoming park programs and events.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Closure Big Run State Park: OPEN (Maintenance)ALERT-Effective September 8, 2026, Big Run Road will be CLOSED 1,000 FEET NORTH OF THE INTERSECTION WITH SAVAGE RIVER ROAD while crews complete the… (more)
ALERT-Effective September 8, 2026, Big Run Road will be CLOSED 1,000 FEET NORTH OF THE INTERSECTION WITH SAVAGE RIVER ROAD while crews complete the replacement of the existing culvert with a new bridge. The closure is expected to remain in effect through December, 2026. This closure is necessary to facilitate the safe installation of a new bridge structure on the lower end of Big Run Road. The Garrett County Roads Department and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources appreciate the patience and cooperation of all residents, commuters, and visitors during this important infrastructure improvement project. All campsites on Big Run Road, including Campsites 123-144, Campsites 60-75, the Creekside Group Campsite, and the Monroe Run Group Campsite*, will be accessible only by following New Germany Road to Big Run Road. There will be no access to Big Run Road from Savage River Road. Campsites 78-89 and the Big Run Pavilion will be accessible only from Savage River Road. There will be no access to Savage River Road from Big Run Road. *The Monroe Run Group Campsite will not have electric service during the construction period.
Posted by the park. Official alert
Overview
Big Run State Park is a park in Garrett County, about 13 miles southwest of Frostburg.
For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).
Hours
Park, gate, office and facility hours are listed separately because they often differ. Alerts above override normal hours.
| Facility | Days | Hours | Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park | Daily | 8 a.m. – sunset | — |
Official wording
8 a.m. to sunset
Source: official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Times are local to the park (America/New York).
Fees and passes
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Primitive campsite | $10 · night |
| Group campsite (25-person capacity) | $55.50 · night |
| Group campsite (12-person capacity) | $20 · night |
| Charge: (Base rate does not include transaction or other applicable fees) | $76.75 |
Official wording
Hours of Operations: 8 a.m. to sunset Day-use Admission Fee: No fee Camping: Charges: (Base rate does not include transaction or other applicable fees) • Primitive campsite: $10 • Group campsite (25-person capacity): $55.50 • Group campsite (12-person capacity): $20 Dates: Campsites: year-round Shelter: Capacity: 75 people Charge: (Base rate does not include transaction or other applicable fees) $76.75 Dates: Year-round
Maryland park passes
- Maryland State Park and Trail Passport (annual) — $75 resident / $100 non-resident. Unlimited day-use entry for everyone in the vehicle (up to 10 people), unlimited boat launching, 10% concession discount Details
- Golden Age Pass (62+) — $10 processing fee, lifetime. Free day-use entry, half-price camping Sun–Thu, waived boat launch fees Details
- Universal Disability Pass. Free lifetime entrance to DNR public lands for holder + one person Details
- Youth Group Pass. Youth-group day use (not peak weekends) and youth group camping; valid two years Details
From the Maryland state guide. Confirm which passes this park accepts.
Reservations
- Day use
- No day-use reservation requirement mentioned
- Booking system
- Maryland State Park Reservation Service (parkreservations.maryland.gov); day use via parkdayuse.maryland.gov
- Phone
- 888-432-2267
We link to the official booking system rather than showing live availability, which changes minute to minute.
Pets
Dogs allowed
Pets are welcome at Big Run State Park, but must be leashed and accompanied by owners at all times.
Service animals are generally permitted where pets are not. Check with the park for specific areas.
Camping
| Campground or site type | Sites | Hookups / features | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camping See https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/western/BigRun/Camping.aspx | — | — |
Camping details from the park
- Primitive campsite: $10
- Group campsite (25-person capacity): $55.50
- Group campsite (12-person capacity): $20
Dates:
Campsites: year-round
From the official park page, checked Oct 29, 2026. Site counts and prices can change; confirm when booking.
Things to do
Camping
Amenities
Camping
- Tent camping
✓ listed by the park · ✕ the park says it is not available. Anything not shown here isn’t mentioned by the official source — that means unknown, not unavailable.
Getting there
- Address
- 349 Headquarters Lane
Grantsville, MD 21536 - Nearest town
- Frostburg — about 13 mi southwest (straight line)
- Coordinates
- 39.5450, -79.1372 (from Wikidata)
- Phone
- (301) 895-5453
Google Maps directionsApple Maps
Directions from the park
From Interstate 68, take Exit 22. Follow Chestnut Ridge Road south 2 miles to the end, and turn left on New Germany Road. Follow New Germany Road south 5 miles, and make a left on Big Run Road. Follow Big Run Road east 5 miles to the end. The park is located at the intersection of Big Run Road and Savage River Road. Campsites - numbered 60 through 90 - are located at the intersection and along Big Run Road.
Nearby state parks
Sources and freshness
- Maryland State Parks — park page — last checked Oct 29, 2026
- Maryland Park Service 'Find a State Park' directory (SharePoint HTML, links to /publiclands/Pages/{region}/{park}.aspx)
- Wikidata
“Last checked” is when our system last read the official source. “Last changed” (Oct 29, 2026) is when the information shown here last differed from the previous check. Hours, fees and rules can change without notice — confirm with the park before you go. Methodology