🌤 Weather at Martinak State Park by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33–73 °F | 62–87 °F | 37–79 °F | 25–48 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Greenwood 2NE, 15 mi away, elevation 45 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
Martinak State Park is a public state park in Maryland near Denton in Caroline County. Spanning 105 acres and established in 1964, this park offers a peaceful retreat into nature for visitors of all ages.
Quick Facts
| State | Maryland |
| Nearest City | Denton |
| County | Caroline |
| Park Size | 105 acres |
| Established | 1964 |
| Google Rating | ⭐ 4.4/5 (400 reviews) |
Location & Getting There
Martinak State Park is located near Denton, Maryland. The park’s coordinates are 38.8625, -75.8397.
Things to Do
Maryland state parks highlight the state’s geographic diversity, stretching from the Appalachian Mountains to the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Visitors can enjoy ocean swimming and wild horse watching at Assateague, hiking the rugged Appalachian Trail, boating and crabbing in the Chesapeake Bay estuaries, and fishing for trout in mountain streams. Other popular activities include mountain biking through extensive forested watersheds, exploring Civil War and colonial history, camping in both beach and mountain settings, and kayaking calm tidal rivers.
Best Time to Visit
Spring and fall are the most comfortable seasons for outdoor recreation in Maryland. Fall (October) brings crisp air and excellent foliage in the western mountain parks. Spring offers pleasant temperatures and blooming wildflowers. Summer (June–August) is peak season for coastal and bay parks, though inland parks can be very hot and humid. Winter is mild in the east but brings enough snow for winter sports in the westernmost parks like Deep Creek Lake.
Visitor Tips
Entry fees vary widely: some parks charge per vehicle (around $3-$5), while others charge per person, and out-of-state visitors generally pay slightly more. A Maryland Park Service Annual Passport ($75 for residents) provides unlimited day-use entry. Popular parks, especially beaches and those near Baltimore/Washington D.C., frequently reach capacity and close early on summer weekends and holidays, so arrive before 10 AM. Dogs are allowed in many areas but have strict seasonal restrictions on beaches.
Explore More Maryland State Parks
Martinak State Park is one of many outstanding state parks in Maryland. Discover more parks in our Best State Parks in Maryland guide, or use our Park Finder to search by activity, location, or features.
Nearby state parks: If you have extra time, Tuckahoe State Park is a short drive away, and Wye Oak State Park is a short drive away.
⛺ Camping at Martinak State Park: Campgrounds & Cabins
| Campsites | 63 campsites for trailer or tent camping, per the park's own camping page, 30 of which have electric hookups. Each site has a camping pad, picnic table, and fire ring; no water hookups, but potable water is located around each loop; a modern bathhouse is centrally located in each camping loop; a dump station is available for trailer use. The statewide park amenities summary lists 61 total campsites for the park. |
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| Cabins & Lodging | A cabin is offered per the statewide camping facilities list; the park's camping page lists it as closed for repair. |
| Pets | Pets must be licensed with current vaccinations, including rabies, and kept leashed; owners must clean up after pets. Service animals are permitted in all pedestrian areas; pets other than service animals are not allowed in park buildings or playgrounds. |
| Reservations | Call 1-888-432-CAMP (2267) or reserve online at parkreservations.maryland.gov. With a reservation, no formal check-in is required; proceed to the site or mini-cabin after 3 p.m. |
| Special sites | Registered campers are limited to 14 cumulative nights per 21-day period. Quiet hours 10 p.m.-7 a.m.; excessive barking is restricted during quiet hours. |
Camping questions about Martinak State Park
Can you camp at Martinak State Park?
63 campsites for trailer or tent camping, per the park's own camping page, 30 of which have electric hookups. Each site has a camping pad, picnic table, and fire ring; no water hookups, but potable water is located around each loop; a modern bathhouse is centrally located in each camping loop; a dump station is available for trailer use. The statewide park amenities summary lists 61 total campsites for the park.
How do you reserve a campsite at Martinak State Park?
Call 1-888-432-CAMP (2267) or reserve online at parkreservations.maryland.gov. With a reservation, no formal check-in is required; proceed to the site or mini-cabin after 3 p.m.
Are there cabins at Martinak State Park?
A cabin is offered per the statewide camping facilities list; the park's camping page lists it as closed for repair.
Are pets allowed at the Martinak State Park campground?
Pets must be licensed with current vaccinations, including rabies, and kept leashed; owners must clean up after pets. Service animals are permitted in all pedestrian areas; pets other than service animals are not allowed in park buildings or playgrounds.
Source: dnr.maryland.gov (verified July 2026). Details change seasonally — confirm when booking.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Martinak State Park
Park policy: Martinak's own park page states that pets may go anywhere in the park except the shelter and the cabins. The statewide Maryland Park Service Pet Policy lists this park's pet areas as the campground, the day-use area and the trails.
- Pets allowed?
- Pets allowed in the campground, day-use area and on trails; not in shelters
- Leash rule statewide rule
- 6 ft maximum in designated pet areas and 10 ft in undeveloped areas; off-leash under voice control only while swimming in designated areas
- Beaches & swim areas statewide rule
- At most parks pets are barred from sandy swim beaches from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day; many parks allow shoreline swimming outside the swim beach
- Cabins & lodging statewide rule
- Most cabins are pet-free, but select parks designate pet-friendly cabins (e.g. Herrington Manor cabins 1-10, New Germany cabins 3-7)
- Park-specific rules
- That same statewide policy names the Dogwood and Fir cabins as pet-friendly, which contradicts the park page's blanket cabin ban — call Martinak at 410-820-1668 before booking a cabin with a dog.
- Statewide exceptions statewide rule
- Pets not allowed in park buildings or playgrounds; pets must be licensed and vaccinated
Are dogs allowed at Martinak State Park?
Pets allowed in the campground, day-use area and on trails; not in shelters.
Beyond that, Maryland’s statewide rules apply.
Rules verified July 2026 via dnr.maryland.gov. More: Maryland state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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