State Parks Near Hagerstown, Maryland
27 state park units lie within 50 miles of Hagerstown, including 15 parks across the line in Pennsylvania and Virginia and West Virginia. The closest is South Mountain State Park, about 9 mi southeast of town. 12 parks are within 25 miles, close enough for an evening visit.
- Closest park
- South Mountain State Park9 mi southeast
- Within 25 miles
- 12of 27 within 50 mi
- With camping
- 175 with cabins
- Dog-friendly
- 20pets allowed
State parks near Hagerstown, nearest first
Straight-line distance from central Hagerstown; driving distance is usually longer.
South Mountain State Park
Covering about 9,076 acres, South Mountain State Park lies in Washington County, about 9 miles northwest of Middletown.
Hours, fees and rules for South Mountain State Park →Greenbrier State Park
Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Greenbrier State Park →Washington Monument State Park
Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Washington Monument State Park →Cunningham Falls State Park
Cunningham Falls State Park is a park in Frederick County, about 3 miles southwest of Thurmont.
Hours, fees and rules for Cunningham Falls State Park →South Mountain Battlefield
In Frederick County, about 5 miles west of Middletown, South Mountain Battlefield covers about 161 acres.
Hours, fees and rules for South Mountain Battlefield →Fort Frederick State Park
Fort Frederick State Park is a park about 11 miles north of Martinsburg.
Hours, fees and rules for Fort Frederick State Park →Gambrill State Park
The official site lists about 16 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Gambrill State Park →Mont Alto State Park
Popular activities here are snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, and fishing.
Hours, fees and rules for Mont Alto State Park →Gathland State Park
Gathland State Park is a 4-acre park about 6 miles north of Brunswick.
Hours, fees and rules for Gathland State Park →Buchanan's Birthplace State Park
Visitors come for fishing and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Buchanan's Birthplace State Park →Caledonia State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, golf, winter sports, hunting in season, and swimming. The official site lists about 10 miles of trails. Water access includes a swimming pool and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Caledonia State Park →Sweet Run State Park
The park supports horseback riding, hiking, and picnicking.
Hours, fees and rules for Sweet Run State Park →Western Maryland Rail Trail
Covering about 3 acres, Western Maryland Rail Trail lies in Washington County, about 4 miles southwest of Hancock.
Hours, fees and rules for Western Maryland Rail Trail →Cowans Gap State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. The official site lists about 13 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Cowans Gap State Park →Berkeley Springs State Park
The park supports historic sites and swimming. Camping is available: campsites, including tent sites.
Hours, fees and rules for Berkeley Springs State Park →Cacapon Resort 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.
Hours, fees and rules for Cacapon Resort State Park →Pine Grove Furnace State Park
Things to do include snorkeling and diving, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, winter sports, and hunting in season. Its trail network totals roughly 4 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Pine Grove Furnace State Park →Kings Gap Environmental Education Center
Visitors come for hunting in season, hiking, and picnicking. The official site lists about 25 miles of trails. Overnight options include campsites, with tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Kings Gap Environmental Education Center →Seneca Creek State Park
The official site lists about 50 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Seneca Creek State Park →Big Spring State Park
The park supports snowmobiling, winter sports, hunting in season, hiking, and picnicking. The official site lists about 1.0 miles of trails.
Hours, fees and rules for Big Spring State Park →Codorus State Park
Things to do include snorkeling and diving, snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, and horseback riding. Its trail network totals roughly 19 miles, according to the park.
Hours, fees and rules for Codorus State Park →Fowlers Hollow State Park
The park supports snowmobiling, cross-country skiing, mountain biking, horseback riding, and winter sports. Camping is available: 12 campsites, including RV sites with electric hookups and tent sites. The park says there are no showers.
Hours, fees and rules for Fowlers Hollow State Park →Patuxent River State Park
Covering about 6,700 acres, Patuxent River State Park lies in Montgomery County, about 10 miles northeast of Gaithersburg.
Hours, fees and rules for Patuxent River State Park →Sky Meadows State Park
Visitors come for horseback riding, biking, hiking, and picnicking. The official site lists about 22 miles of trails. Camping is available: 15 campsites across 2 camping areas, including tent sites and group camping.
Hours, fees and rules for Sky Meadows State Park →Colonel Denning State Park
The park supports cross-country skiing, winter sports, hunting in season, canoeing and kayaking, and boating. Water access includes a swimming beach, a boat ramp, and a fishing pier.
Hours, fees and rules for Colonel Denning State Park →Warriors Path 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.
Hours, fees and rules for Warriors Path State Park →Rocky Gap State Park
Rocky Gap State Park is a park in Allegany County, about 7 miles northeast of Cumberland.
Hours, fees and rules for Rocky Gap State Park →
Best picks by activity
Camping near Hagerstown
- Greenbrier State Park 9 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Washington Monument State Park 11 mi southeast · Campground listed
- Cunningham Falls State Park 15 mi east · Campground listed
- Fort Frederick State Park 16 mi west · Campground listed
- Caledonia State Park 23 mi northeast · 35 campsites
+ 12 more in the list above
Cabins and lodging near Hagerstown
- Caledonia State Park 23 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Cowans Gap State Park 27 mi northwest · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Cacapon Resort State Park 32 mi west · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Pine Grove Furnace State Park 35 mi northeast · Cabins or other roofed stays
- Codorus State Park 44 mi east · Cabins or other roofed stays
Dog-friendly state parks near Hagerstown
- South Mountain State Park 9 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Greenbrier State Park 9 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Washington Monument State Park 11 mi southeast · Pets allowed under park rules
- Cunningham Falls State Park 15 mi east · Pets allowed under park rules
- South Mountain Battlefield 15 mi south · Pets allowed under park rules
+ 15 more in the list above
Swimming near Hagerstown
- Caledonia State Park 23 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
- Cowans Gap State Park 27 mi northwest · Beach, pool or swim area
- Berkeley Springs State Park 27 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Cacapon Resort State Park 32 mi west · Beach, pool or swim area
- Pine Grove Furnace State Park 35 mi northeast · Beach, pool or swim area
+ 2 more in the list above
Hiking near Hagerstown
- Mont Alto State Park 17 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Caledonia State Park 23 mi northeast · Hiking trails listed
- Sweet Run State Park 24 mi south · Hiking trails listed
- Cowans Gap State Park 27 mi northwest · Hiking trails listed
- Cacapon Resort State Park 32 mi west · Hiking trails listed
+ 8 more in the list above
Fishing near Hagerstown
- Mont Alto State Park 17 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Buchanan's Birthplace State Park 20 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Caledonia State Park 23 mi northeast · Fishing listed
- Cowans Gap State Park 27 mi northwest · Fishing listed
- Cacapon Resort State Park 32 mi west · Fishing listed
+ 5 more in the list above
Questions about state parks near Hagerstown
What is the closest state park to Hagerstown?
South Mountain State Park is the closest, about 9 miles southeast of Hagerstown in a straight line. Next are Greenbrier State Park and Washington Monument State Park.
How many state parks are near Hagerstown?
27 state park units are within 50 miles, and 12 within 25 miles. That includes parks, recreation areas, historic sites and natural areas run by the state.
Which state parks near Hagerstown have camping?
17 parks list camping, the nearest being Greenbrier State Park, Washington Monument State Park and Cunningham Falls State Park. Check each park page for site types, hookups and how to reserve.
Are dogs allowed at state parks near Hagerstown?
Yes, at 20 parks, including South Mountain State Park, Greenbrier State Park and Washington Monument 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 Hagerstown?
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.
State parks near other cities
- Near Martinsburg, WV19 mi southwest
- Near Chambersburg, PA20 mi north
- Near Frederick, MD22 mi southeast
- Near Westminster, MD38 mi east
- Near Winchester, VA40 mi southwest
- Near Hanover, PA41 mi east
- Near Gaithersburg, MD44 mi southeast
- Near Carlisle, PA47 mi northeast
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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.