Nearby, you can find train excursions and one of the nations best bike trails, the greenbrier river. Cruisy park, cruisy parking lot and nearby woods directions. Seneca creek aqueduct calico rocks nolands ferry edwards ferry chisel branch monocacy. Go west about 2 miles and turn left into the park entrance. Fort frederick state park green ridge state forest gr e en ri dg m oa e r t e n s t m a l c o l m h o m a s o w o o d m o n t ldtown orlea n s r d.
Seneca dam was constructed in 1937 on the seneca fork of wills creek for the purpose of flood control. This competition is between qoc, svo, dvoa, and other clubs from the midatlantic region as we vie for the coveted broken compass award. Getting outdoors to walk, jog, hike, ride a bike, or visit a park or state lands is a healthy way to stay active, spend time with your immediate household family members, and reduce stress and anxiety while practicing social distancing. Park little seneca stream valley park great seneca stream valley park blockhouse point park park entrance. Seneca creek state park encompasses 6,300 acres spanning 14 miles in the seneca creek valley, arcing through western montgomery county from i270 all the way to the potomac river. Miles of hiking and biking trails await, as well as boating opportunities in seneca creek, though if youre a horrorfilm buff, you may already be familiar with these woods this is where 1999s the blair witch project. Seneca creek smokey glen quantico orienteering club.
Seneca greenway trail, seneca creek state park, august 2017. Seneca creek state park 11950 clopper rd gaithersburg, md. Chesapeake and ohio canal national historical park full map author. The trail offers a number of activity options and is best used from april until september. Seneca creek state park usa attractions lonely planet. I am looking forward to coming back during the summer to enjoy a dip in the creek. Or download gpx or kmlformatted gps data onto your device to take with you on the trail.
Best trails in seneca creek state park maryland alltrails. When turning into the park entrance from clopper road, make an immediate right before the pay station to find the park officevisitor center. Friends of seneca creek state park foscsp, gaithersburg, md. Intervals 295 295 495 322 montgomery delaware new jersey d e l a w a r e. Seneca lake state park new york state office of parks. Who we are the friends of seneca creek state park foscsp is a volunteer organization dedicated to enhancing the visitors experience by providing financial support and resources to the seneca creek state park, patuxent river state park, and monocacy. Alternate versions of the text of the brochures are in rich text and text formats. Seneca creek state park topo map in montgomery county. Arguably the crown jewel of west virginias state forest system and west virginias oldest state forest, seneca is more like a state park. Unless noted otherwise on the map, trails marked natural surface and hard surface are shared by all trails which includes hikers, bikers, and equestrians.
The lower section of the trail, located in seneca creek state park south of md 355, is 16. The trail meanders around the lake through old growth forest with some massive oak trees. Welcome to the midatlantic championships at seneca creek state park at smokey glen farm. Visit seneca creek state park on your trip to maryland. The 10 best restaurants near seneca creek state park in. Seneca lake is located in guernsey and noble counties near cambridge, ohio and is accessible by i70 and i77. Below are weather averages from 1971 to 2000 according to data gathered from the nearest official weather station. Seneca creek state park ppaar rkk aaddreesss 111995500 ccllo opppeer rroaadd ggaaitthhee rrssbbuu gg,mmdd2200 8877. Friends of seneca creek state park foscsp home facebook. Maps and parking information seneca creek greenway trail. Opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, and picnicking.
Seneca creek state park is a public recreation area encompassing more than 6,300 acres 2,500 ha along 14 miles of seneca creek in its run to the potomac river in montgomery county, maryland. T h e mu sk ing m wa trd co v cy d owns the lake and surrounding land, and is responsible for. Dont worry if its occupied, every campsite on seneca creek is excellent. Park entrance clopper lake gr a t s n eca cr k 4 0 0 3 0 0 3 0 0 4 0 0 4 0 0 4 0 0 4 0 0 0 4 0 0 400 4 0 0 0 4 0 0 3 0 3 0 0 f a w n d o e n u t h a t c h b l u e j a y b o a t c e n t e r. Stop at the office formally the visitors center for a park map. Usersownerdocumentswv state parksseneca state forestseneca. The anne arundel county managed deer hunt has a limit of 140 hunters. Seneca creek backcountry brochure and map usda forest service. It extends for 14 miles, following seneca creek through montgomery county to the potomac river. Friends of seneca creek state park foscsp posts facebook. Usersownerdocumentswv state parksseneca state forestseneca state forest layout1 1 author. Nov 30, 2017 the state parks are pretty spectacular, but there are hidden gems all over the state that dont necessarily advertise themselves.
Ball field, boat rental, contact station, disc golf, fishing,hiking trail, park office. A side trail to the greenway trail starts at the end of the parking lot. A detailed trail map can be purchased at the park office. It is managed by the maryland department of natural resources. West virginias oldest and largest state forest, seneca state forest is located in rugged pocahontas county with 12,884 acres of lush woodlands to explore. Mckeebeshers wildlife management area hughes hollow. Jul 08, 2018 turn right at the light at the bottom of the ramp. Clear creek state park map pdf clear creek state park. Fort frederick state park green ridge state forest hazardous river conditions green ri d g e m road. The woods here hug seneca creek, which winds a twisty course to the potomac. Geological survey publishes a set of the most commonly used topographic maps of the u. Fs seneca creek back country pdf printable topo hike map pdf seneca.
This competition is between qoc, svo, dvoa, and other clubs from the midatlantic region as. And most of them offer free camping, too something that is hard to find in a state park. Ball field, boat rental, contact station, disc golf, fishing,hiking trail, park office, parking, playground, restrooms and rental shelters. This facility offers many great options in an area under 12,000 acres, including a nice campground, a beautiful lake, rental boats of all kinds, mountain trails, a long distance hiking trail bisecting the park, rental cabins, and even a unique place.
Seneca canal place state heritage area canal terminus feeder dam 8 guard lock 8 locks 7375 lockhouse 75 evitts creek. Seneca creek greenway trail montgomery county, maryland welcome to. The park has several distinct sections within this large expanse. We parked over near the dam by kingfisher parking lot where we picked up the lake shore trail. New maps of the trails at seneca creek state park can be downloaded for free from this website.
Spruce knobseneca creek seneca rocks, west virginia. See the following pages for the seneca creek application form. Marathon diversion point is marked with star in insert map bear left at decision point and back to startfinish. Download seneca creek state park trail gps map data and view the topographic trail map. Seneca creek state park quantico orienteering club. Park emergency numbers 911 409 7557379 park after hours v i l l a g e c r e e k t r a i l v i l l a g s l o u g t r a i beechwood day use area village creek state park volunteer association your contributions help protect and preserve this natural wonder for future generations.
Configured in a series of loops, you can enjoy as few as four miles or go for an allday adventure. The nearest weather station for both precipitation and temperature measurements is boyds 2 nw which is approximately 8 miles away and has an elevation of 580 feet 357 feet higher than seneca creek state park. Children will be especially delighted with our sprayground and playground facilities. The park features facilities for boating and fishing as well as trails for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. Seneca lake state park overlooks blue water, creating a relaxing experience for swimmers and picnickers. Senecastateforest brochure map west virginia state parks. The state parks are pretty spectacular, but there are hidden gems all over the state that dont necessarily advertise themselves. Schaeffer farm is the hub of a trail system unique in maryland. Mountain biking and horseback riding are very popular at seneca creek, and the schaeffer farm trails are considered a favorite place to ride. Ridley creek state park h u n t i n g h i l l 1 2 3 gps coordinates decimal degree lat. Alltrails has great running trails, hiking trails, mountain biking trails and more. The clopper dayuse area contains many scenic areas, including the 90acre clopper lake, surrounded by forests and fields. Seneca creek state park maryland 2020 all you need to.
Rock creek park a a a d a d a d d a d a c c washington dc pennsylvania west virginia virginia maryland. Over 50 miles of trails are open for hiking, horseback riding and bicycling which wind through a variety of habitat in seneca creek state park. We took the ridge trail red back on our return trip to riffle road. Seneca ridge trail is a 11 mile moderately trafficked out and back trail located near gaithersburg, maryland that features a great forest setting and is rated as moderate. Fort frederick state park state forest hazardous river conditions green ri d g e m road e r t e n s r m a l c o m. Seneca state forest west virginia state parks west. Po ta t o creek s ta te p ark 2560 1 state road 4 p.
Seneca creek state park trail mountain bike trail map and elevation profile. Volunteering guidelines for maintenance maps, parking, and trail descriptions history of the trail mills of seneca creek trail work pictures links to related web sites. Village creek state park facility map texas parks and. The sprayground is the first of its kind built in the new york state parks system with over 100 water jets that spontaneously spray water. Check out the pdf version, interactive map, and mapmyhike track. Seneca creek state park comprised of 6,300 acres, extends along 14 scenic miles of seneca creek, as it winds its way to the potomac river. Camping and open campfires are prohibited within 300 feet of forest road 112 and forest. Seneca creek aqueduct calico rocks edwards ferry chisel branch monocacy aqueduct penny. The scenery is lovely and the water at great seneca creek is crystal clear.
State parks encourages new yorkers to recreate locally, practice social distancing, and use common sense to protect themselves and others. The trails at seneca creek state park provide the backbone of a network that extends into most of the upcounty area. Nov 03, 2018 turn right at the light at the bottom of the ramp. Seneca creek state park is covered by the seneca, md us topo map quadrant. Seneca creek state park trail map of clopper lake maryland dnr. Seneca creek backcountry monongahela nf legend 2 trailhead roads trails map id length name campground fee area. Best bird watching trails in seneca creek state park alltrails. Restaurants near seneca creek state park, maryland on tripadvisor. Seneca creek state park topo map in montgomery county, maryland. The friends of seneca creek state park collect dues and donations that are used to support the visitor experience in the. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, and nature trips. Seneca creek state park offers a variety of trails for mountain biking and hiking, playgrounds and picnic areas for family time and scenic views of clopper lake. As part of the rei coop family, were dedicated to making websites and mobile apps that help outdoor enthusiasts connect, share information and get out into the places they love to play.
Picnicking, boat rentals, trails and a tire playground are just some of its recreational opportunities. To find out more, ask at the nature center or call 409 751. Proceed straight passing the first intersection and. The 90acre lake offers fishing and boating, as well. The seneca creek state park managed deer hunt in montgomery county has a limit of 60 hunters. Printerfriendly version send by email pdf version sharethis december 9 sunday. With its 6,300 acres and miles of seneca creek, if offers options for boating. Seneca creek backcountry monongahela national forest. We went during mid october and the piedmont fall weather was perfect. Looking for a great trail in seneca creek state park, maryland. The maps are in a pdf format that requires adobe reader. Seneca creek state park trail mountain bike trail map.
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