State Parks Near Cumberland, Maryland

26 state park units lie within 50 miles of Cumberland, including 13 parks across the line in Pennsylvania and West Virginia. The closest is Rocky Gap State Park, about 7 mi northeast of town. 5 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.

Closest park
Rocky Gap State Park7 mi northeast
Within 25 miles
5of 26 within 50 mi
With camping
179 with cabins
Dog-friendly
17pets allowed

State parks near Cumberland, nearest first

Straight-line distance from central Cumberland; driving distance is usually longer.

  1. Rocky Gap State Park

    7 miles northeast · Flintstone, Maryland · State Park

    Rocky Gap State Park is a park in Allegany County, about 7 miles northeast of Cumberland.

    Day-use reservation needed at timesCampingDogs allowed$4 per person ($6 nonresident)

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  2. Dans Mountain State Park

    12 miles southwest · Lonaconing, Maryland · State Park

    On the water side, there is a swimming pool. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.

    1 alertCampingDogs allowedSwimming

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  3. New Germany State Park

    19 miles west · Frostburg, Maryland · State Park

    Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites. There are also cabins and camper cabins or similar shelters for rent.

    CampingCabins/lodgingDogs allowed

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  4. Casselman River Bridge State Park

    21 miles west · Frostburg, Maryland · State Park

    Covering about 4 acres, Casselman River Bridge State Park lies in Garrett County, about 12 miles west of Frostburg.

    Temporarily closed1 alertDogs allowed

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  5. Big Run State Park

    22 miles west · Grantsville, Maryland · State Park

    For overnight stays there are campsites (tent sites).

    2 alertsCampingDogs allowed

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  6. Shawnee State Park

    27 miles north · Schellsburg, Pennsylvania · State Park

    Popular activities here are snorkeling and diving, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, golf, and disc golf. Its trail network totals roughly 16 miles, according to the park.

    204 campsitesCabins/lodgingDogs allowedSwimmingHikingFishingBoating

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  7. Berkeley Springs State Park

    28 miles east · Berkeley Springs, West Virginia · State Park

    The park supports historic sites and swimming. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.

    CampingSwimming

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  8. Western Maryland Rail Trail

    29 miles east · Hancock, Maryland · Rail Trail

    Covering about 3 acres, Western Maryland Rail Trail lies in Washington County, about 4 miles southwest of Hancock.

    Dogs allowed

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  9. Cacapon Resort State Park

    29 miles southeast · Berkeley Springs, West Virginia · State Park

    Popular activities here are golf, horseback riding, historic sites, hunting in season, and swimming. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites. There are also cabins and lodge rooms for rent.

    CampingCabins/lodgingDogs allowedSwimmingHikingFishing

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  10. Deep Creek Lake State Park

    30 miles west · Swanton, Maryland · State Park

    Its trail network totals roughly 20 miles, according to the park.

    CampingDogs allowed$3 per vehicle ($5 nonresident)

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  11. Deep Creek Lake Natural Resource Management Area

    34 miles west · Oakland, Maryland · Natural Resources Management Area

    Covering about 9 acres, Deep Creek Lake Natural Resource Management Area lies in Garrett County, about 7 miles north of Oakland.

    Camping$3 per vehicle ($5 nonresident)

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  12. Laurel Hill State Park

    35 miles northwest · Somerset, Pennsylvania · State Park

    Things to do include cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, mountain biking, winter sports, and hunting in season. Its trail network totals roughly 15 miles, according to the park.

    149 campsitesCabins/lodgingDogs allowedSwimmingHikingFishingBoating

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  13. Youghiogheny Wild River Natural Environmental Area

    35 miles west · Swanton, Maryland · Natural Environment Area

    Youghiogheny Wild River Natural Environmental Area is a 28-acre natural environment area in Garrett County, about 12 miles north of Oakland.

    Dogs allowed

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  14. Sang Run State Park

    36 miles west · McHenry, Maryland · State Park

    Sang Run State Park is a park in Garrett County, about 10 miles north of Oakland.

    Dogs allowed

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  15. Swallow Falls State Park

    37 miles west · Oakland, Maryland · State Park

    Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.

    Day-use reservation needed at timesCampingDogs allowed$3 per person ($5 nonresident)

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  16. Kooser State Park

    38 miles northwest · Somerset, Pennsylvania · State Park

    Popular activities here are cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, fishing, and hiking. Its trail network totals roughly 1.5 miles, according to the park.

    35 campsitesCabins/lodgingHikingFishing

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  17. Laurel Mountain State Park

    39 miles northwest · Boswell, Pennsylvania · State Park

    Things to do include winter sports.

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  18. Fort Frederick State Park

    39 miles east · Martinsburg, Maryland · State Park

    Fort Frederick State Park is a park about 11 miles north of Martinsburg.

    CampingDogs allowed$3 per vehicle ($5 nonresident)

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  19. Herrington Manor State Park

    39 miles west · Oakland, Maryland · State Park

    Covering about 365 acres, Herrington Manor State Park lies in Garrett County, about 4 miles northwest of Oakland.

    Dogs allowed$3 per person ($5 nonresident)

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  20. Laurel Summit State Park

    41 miles northwest · Somerset, Pennsylvania · State Park

    Things to do include cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, mountain biking, horseback riding, and winter sports.

    Hiking

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  21. Ohiopyle State Park

    42 miles west · Ohiopyle, Pennsylvania · State Park

    Popular activities here are rock climbing, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Its trail network totals roughly 79 miles, according to the park. On the water side, there is a boat ramp.

    2 alerts200 campsitesCabins/lodgingDogs allowedHikingFishingBoating

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  22. Linn Run State Park

    42 miles northwest · Rector, Pennsylvania · State Park

    Popular activities here are cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, horseback riding, winter sports, and hunting in season. Its trail network totals roughly 25 miles, according to the park. Water access includes a fishing pier.

    1 alertCabins/lodgingHikingFishing

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  23. Blue Knob State Park

    44 miles north · Imler, Pennsylvania · State Park

    Things to do include snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, horseback riding, mountain biking, and winter sports. Its trail network totals roughly 23 miles, according to the park. Facilities for water recreation include a swimming pool.

    1 alert50 campsitesCabins/lodgingSwimmingHikingFishing

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  24. Buchanan's Birthplace State Park

    45 miles east · Mercersburg, Pennsylvania · State Park

    Visitors come for fishing and picnicking.

    Fishing

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  25. Coopers Rock State Forest

    46 miles west · Morgantown, West Virginia · State Forest

    Visitors come for historic sites, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, biking, and fishing. The official site lists about 50 miles of trails. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites. There are also cabins for rent.

    CampingCabins/lodgingDogs allowedHikingFishingBoating

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  26. Warriors Path State Park

    46 miles northeast · Saxton, Pennsylvania · State Park

    Popular activities here are cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Its trail network totals roughly 3 miles, according to the park. Water access includes a boat ramp.

    CampingHikingFishingBoating

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Best picks by activity

Camping near Cumberland

  1. Rocky Gap State Park 7 mi northeast · Campground listed
  2. Dans Mountain State Park 12 mi southwest · Campground listed
  3. New Germany State Park 19 mi west · Campground listed
  4. Big Run State Park 22 mi west · Campground listed
  5. Shawnee State Park 27 mi north · 204 campsites

+ 12 more in the list above

Cabins and lodging near Cumberland

  1. New Germany State Park 19 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
  2. Shawnee State Park 27 mi north · Cabins or other roofed stays
  3. Cacapon Resort State Park 29 mi southeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
  4. Laurel Hill State Park 35 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
  5. Kooser State Park 38 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays

+ 4 more in the list above

Dog-friendly state parks near Cumberland

  1. Rocky Gap State Park 7 mi northeast · Pets allowed under park rules
  2. Dans Mountain State Park 12 mi southwest · Pets allowed under park rules
  3. New Germany State Park 19 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
  4. Casselman River Bridge State Park 21 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules
  5. Big Run State Park 22 mi west · Pets allowed under park rules

+ 12 more in the list above

Swimming near Cumberland

  1. Dans Mountain State Park 12 mi southwest · Beach, pool or swim area
  2. Shawnee State Park 27 mi north · Beach, pool or swim area
  3. Berkeley Springs State Park 28 mi east · Beach, pool or swim area
  4. Cacapon Resort State Park 29 mi southeast · Beach, pool or swim area
  5. Laurel Hill State Park 35 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area

+ 1 more in the list above

Hiking near Cumberland

  1. Shawnee State Park 27 mi north · Hiking trails listed
  2. Cacapon Resort State Park 29 mi southeast · Hiking trails listed
  3. Laurel Hill State Park 35 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
  4. Kooser State Park 38 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
  5. Laurel Summit State Park 41 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed

+ 5 more in the list above

Fishing near Cumberland

  1. Shawnee State Park 27 mi north · Fishing listed
  2. Cacapon Resort State Park 29 mi southeast · Fishing listed
  3. Laurel Hill State Park 35 mi northwest · Fishing listed
  4. Kooser State Park 38 mi northwest · Fishing listed
  5. Ohiopyle State Park 42 mi west · Fishing listed

+ 5 more in the list above

Questions about state parks near Cumberland

What is the closest state park to Cumberland?

Rocky Gap State Park is the closest, about 7 miles northeast of Cumberland in a straight line. Next are Dans Mountain State Park and New Germany State Park.

How many state parks are near Cumberland?

26 state park units are within 50 miles, and 5 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.

Which state parks near Cumberland have camping?

17 parks list camping, the nearest being Rocky Gap State Park, Dans Mountain State Park and New Germany State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.

Are dogs allowed at state parks near Cumberland?

Yes, at 17 parks, including Rocky Gap State Park, Dans Mountain State Park and New Germany State Park. Dogs usually must be leashed, and some areas such as beaches or buildings may be off-limits.

Are there free state parks near Cumberland?

None of the nearby parks list free entry; most charge a daily vehicle fee or accept an annual pass. Fees are on each park page.

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Built from official park data and updated as parks change; this list was last rebuilt Oct 30, 2026. Features shown are those the official source lists. Filter these parks on the map.