Wolf Den Run State Park
Maryland’s First Off-Road Vehicle State Park — Garrett County Backcountry With Dedicated ORV Trail System for ATVs and Dirt Bikes, 10 Primitive Campsites With Fire Rings and Picnic Tables, 2 Furnished Glamping Tents With Queen Bed and Chairs, No Running Water or Permanent Bathhouse (Porta-Pot Provided), Hiking and Mountain Biking Trails Through Appalachian Forest, Seasonal Hunting Access, Adjacent to Potomac State Forest With Thousands of Additional Acres, Pristine Mountain Streams in the Valley, Near Oakland Garrett County Western Maryland
Wolf Den Run State Park is a state park in Garrett County, western Maryland, near Oakland, managed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR). The park is notable as Maryland’s first state park with dedicated off-road vehicle (ORV) trails, featuring a trail system for ATVs and dirt bikes through forested mountain terrain, 10 primitive campsites equipped with fire rings and picnic tables, 2 furnished glamping tents with queen-sized bed, nightstand, and chairs available for rent, no running water or permanent bathhouse — a porta-pot is provided (pack in, pack out philosophy), hiking and mountain biking trails through Appalachian oak and hardwood forest, seasonal hunting access for deer, turkey, and small game, adjacency to the Potomac State Forest providing access to thousands of additional acres of public land, pristine mountain streams in the valley, and a rugged, undeveloped backcountry character that appeals to visitors seeking genuine wilderness-style experiences.
Wolf Den Run is Maryland’s answer to off-road enthusiasts who previously had no legal public ORV riding in the state park system. The dedicated trail system through Garrett County’s Appalachian mountain forests provides genuine backcountry riding terrain that’s rare on the eastern seaboard.
The 2 glamping tents provide an unexpected comfort option in an otherwise very primitive park — furnished with queen beds, they offer a good introduction to backcountry camping for visitors not ready for fully primitive sites. Note: Roads may be difficult in winter without 4WD.
Things to Do
- ORV riding — ATVs, dirt bikes (MD’s first state park ORV trails)
- Camping — 10 primitive sites + 2 glamping tents
- Hiking — backcountry Appalachian forest trails
- Mountain biking — trail system
- Hunting — seasonal deer, turkey, small game
- Fishing — mountain streams
Park Information
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Near Oakland, Garrett County, W MD |
| Special | Maryland’s 1st ORV state park |
| Camping | 10 primitive + 2 glamping tents (queen bed) |
| Water | ⚠️ None — porta-pot only, pack in/out |
| ORV | ATVs and dirt bikes — dedicated trails |
| Adjacent | Potomac State Forest |
| Managed By | Maryland DNR |
| Coordinates | 39.3667° N, 79.5167° W |
Frequently Asked Questions
Wildlife & Nature
Wolf Den Run SP — in the remote mountains of Garrett County. The park’s deep Appalachian forest, mountain streams, and ravines support black bears, wild turkeys, and brook trout. One of Maryland’s most primitive and isolated parks.
Nearby Attractions
McHenry — nearby. Deep Creek Lake — 15 miles south. Garrett County — surrounding.
Can you ride ATVs at Wolf Den Run State Park?
Yes — Wolf Den Run State Park near Oakland in western Maryland is the state’s first park with dedicated off-road vehicle trails for ATVs and dirt bikes through Appalachian mountain forest. The Garrett County park also offers 10 primitive campsites with fire rings and 2 furnished glamping tents with queen beds. Important: facilities are very minimal with no running water (porta-pot only, pack in/pack out). Adjacent to Potomac State Forest. Reservations required through Maryland State Parks. Roads may be difficult in winter without 4WD.
Last updated: May 2026
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