Elk Neck State Forest
3680 Turkey Point Rd, North East, MD 21901
3,500 acres · 12 miles of trails
In the wooded expanse of North East, Maryland, Elk Neck State Forest provides primitive camping spots for leashed dogs. Shaded sites include water access, parking, and trash cans for cleanup. Bring your own waste bags for trails.
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- Park
- Elk Neck State Forest
- Type
- Campground
- Location
- North East, Maryland
- Coordinates
- 39.4783, -76.0058
- Size
- 3,500 acres
- Trail miles
- 12
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.5 / 5 (420 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.2 / 10 — Great vibes
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 3,500 acres of room
- · 12 miles of trail
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Dog policy
Maryland State Forest with primitive camping. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Trash cans
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