Big Run State Park
Big Run State Park is a Maryland state park at the northern end of the Savage River Reservoir in Garrett County, Maryland, run by the Maryland Park Service of the Department of Natural Resources (DNR). It suits campers, anglers, boaters and hikers who want a small, forested reservoir park. The one thing to know before you go is that DNR reports a road closure starting May 2027, so check the closure status before you plan a stay.
Should you go to Big Run State Park today?
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Weather at Big Run State Park, today
| Time | Sky | Temp | Wind | Rain |
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| 8 am | Sunny | 34°F | 0 mph | 0% |
| 10 am | Sunny | 51°F | 0 mph | 0% |
| 12 pm | Sunny | 62°F | 0 mph | 0% |
| 2 pm | Sunny | 66°F | NE 3 mph | 0% |
| 4 pm | Sunny | 66°F | NE 3 mph | 0% |
| 6 pm | Clear | 61°F | N 2 mph | 0% |
River right now
| Water temperature | 8.8 °C (48°F), Mon 1:15 am |
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| Flow | 28.7 cfs, Mon 1:15 am |
| Gage height | 1.30 ft, Mon 1:15 am |
Daylight
| Sunrise | 7:30 am |
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| Sunset | 6:32 pm |
| Question visitors ask | Can I camp at Big Run State Park? |
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| County | Garrett County |
| Official site | dnr.maryland.gov |
How do you get to Big Run State Park?
Big Run State Park is reached by New Germany Road from Interstate 68, Exit 24, according to Wikipedia. The park sits on 300 acres inside Savage River State Forest, where the Monroe Run and Big Run streams meet.
DNR reports that Big Run Road will be closed for up to four months starting in May 2027, while a culvert is replaced with a bridge. During that closure, campsites 60 to 75 and 123 to 144 can be reached only by New Germany Road. Check the DNR status before you travel.
Can you camp at Big Run State Park?
Big Run State Park offers primitive campsites, group campsites, a youth group campsite and pavilions, according to Wikipedia. The park also has a day use area with picnic facilities.
The park's listed hours are 8 a.m. to sunset, according to the attraction record. Admission fees and reservation rules are not in the sources used for this guide, so confirm them with DNR before you go.
What can you do at the reservoir?
The Savage River Reservoir is used for non-motorized boating, electric motoring and fishing, and the park has a boat ramp. Anglers may catch walleye, largemouth bass, crappie, yellow perch, bluegill, suckers and trout, according to Wikipedia.
The Monroe Run hiking trail and other trails start from the park. The adjacent Savage River State Forest has multi-use trails that are used for snowshoeing and snowmobiling.
When is the best time to visit Big Run State Park?
Wikipedia gives average temperatures of 30 to 34 degrees Fahrenheit in January, the coolest month, and 74 to 80 degrees in July, the warmest month. May is the wettest month on average.
Trout lilies and spring beauties bloom in April, trilliums and lady slippers in May and June, and rhododendrons, bee balm and cardinal flowers in July. Check the current conditions and road status before you go, since the climate figures are averages.
Big Run State Park: questions visitors ask
Can I camp at Big Run State Park?
Yes. Wikipedia lists primitive campsites, group campsites and a youth group campsite at Big Run State Park. Check with DNR for current site availability and reservation rules before you go.
How do you get to Big Run State Park?
Take New Germany Road from Interstate 68, Exit 24, according to Wikipedia. The park is in Garrett County, Maryland, near the northern end of the Savage River Reservoir.
Will Big Run Road be closed?
DNR reports that Big Run Road will be closed for up to four months starting in May 2027, while a culvert is replaced with a bridge. Campsites 60 to 75 and 123 to 144 are reachable only by New Germany Road during that work, according to the DNR notice checked on 2026-10-15.
What are the park hours?
The attraction record lists hours of 8 a.m. to sunset. This has not been checked against the DNR website, so confirm the hours before you go.
What fish can you catch in the Savage River Reservoir?
Wikipedia lists walleye, largemouth bass, crappie, yellow perch, bluegill, suckers and trout. Fishing and boating are allowed on the reservoir, and the park has a boat ramp.
When does Big Run State Park get the most rain?
Wikipedia says May is the wettest month on average at Big Run State Park. Cold winters and mild, humid summers are typical, with January the coolest month and July the warmest.
What trails are at Big Run State Park?
The Monroe Run hiking trail and other trails are accessible from the park, according to Wikipedia. The adjacent Savage River State Forest has multi-use trails for snowshoeing and snowmobiling.
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