Gambrill State Park

About Gambrill State Park

All trails begin at the trailhead parking lot on Gambrill Park Road, between the Rock Run area and the High Knob area. If parking at the trailhead is full, visitors must continue up the mountain to High Knob. Many trails can be accessed throughout the High Knob area. Trail maps are available at the nature center bulletin board. Many of the trails feature great views. Due to the rocky terrain and steep hills, most of the trails are rated moderate to difficult. However, the White Oak Trail is an easy one-mile loop trail, which makes it a good choice for families with small children. Overnight parking for Catoctin Trail through hikes is only permitted with prior approval from Gambrill SP staff. Any vehicles left overnight may receive a citation. To request permission, please email [email protected]. Requests must be made at least one week prior or approval may not be given. Be prepared to give: The campground has 13 basic sites, nine tent-only sites and six sites with electrical hookup. Each campsite has a picnic table, fire ring and lantern post. A dump station is available for sewage and potable water. A bathhouse is located at the center of the campground, with hot showers and flush-toilets. Pets are allowed in the campground, but must be kept on a leash and attended at all times. Gambrill State Park is no longer able to offer Group/Youth Sites. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Activities & facilities

Recorded from park sources. Availability and restrictions may vary by season or visitor area.

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This point represents park land, and may not be a public entrance. Follow official entrance directions.

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Sources & verification

Park facts and notices are checked separately. Missing facility information does not mean a facility is absent. Official visitor page checked Oct 15, 2026.

• Maryland state park directory · Oct 15, 2026
• Maryland DNR lands · Oct 15, 2026

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