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Green Ridge State Forest

Protected area in Maryland, United States

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Overview

Green Ridge State Forest is in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States of America. It is situated in Western Maryland along I-68, just south of Pennsylvania and just north of West Virginia.

Where to eat, drink and stay

Eat2 places

Anthony's Jr
A local chain with 3 other locations, this restaurant has a small dining room and serves up pizza, calzone, stromboli, hoagies, subs, wings, salad, and pasta. Options range from under $4 to pricier pizza specialties.
Address
521 Henry Miller Hwy. Paw Paw
Phone
+1 304-947-5350
Country Cottage Inn
Just east of Green Ridge State Forest, this restaurant serves great home-style cooking. The menu ranges from sandwiches, paninis, and pizza, to breakfast served all day.
Address
21534 National Pike Northeast, Flintstone
Phone
+1 301 478-3030

Getting there and around

Getting there

The easiest way to get to and access the park is by car. The headquarters of the park, the beginning of the Pine Lick Trail, and a scenic overlook are located just off of I-68.

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UnderstandThe current State Forest area wasn't always used for recreation.

Get inThe easiest way to get to and access the park is by car. The headquarters of the park, the beginning of the Pine Lick Trail, and a scenic overlook are located just off of I-68.

Fees and permitsNo entrance fee is charged to enjoy the park but both camping and use of the shooting range require permits and fees. Camping costs $10 per night for a group of up to 6 people.

SeeThe Paw Paw Tunnel of the C & O Canal is just outside the park and an impressive engineering feature.

DoGreen Ridge contains over 40 miles of hiking trails from easy to difficult.

EatGreen Ridge has no restaurants within the park, so if you are looking for a meal after a long day of western Maryland's wilderness, you will have to either plan ahead and bring something or take a short drive to a…

SleepOver 100 camping sites within the park allow for overnight sites in all corners of the park. Camping sites are along the forest roads and are first-come, first served.

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