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Rocky Gap State Park, Flintstone, MD

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Rocky Gap State Park

Western Maryland state park built around a 243-acre lake, with hiking trails, a gorge overlook, camping, and water recreation.

12500 Pleasant Valley Road, Flintstone, MD 21530 · Flintstone, MD

About Rocky Gap State Park

Rocky Gap State Park sits in Allegany County in Western Maryland and covers more than 3,000 acres of public land among rugged mountains. Its centerpiece is Lake Habeeb, a 243-acre lake fed by Rocky Gap Run, which flows through a mile-long gorge with cliffs, overlooks, and a hemlock forest. Visitors can hike several trails, including a 5.3-mile lakeside loop, a short canyon overlook path, and a strenuous route up Evitts Mountain. The day-use area offers a beach, a cafe, boat and paddle rentals in summer, picnic areas, and a playground. The park also has a campground, a nature center, a bird-of-prey aviary program, and designated hunting areas. The campground is scheduled to close for renovations from October 2026 through December 2027.

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