Deep Creek Lake State Park
898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD 21561
1,800 acres · 8 miles of trails
In Swanton, Maryland, this 1,800-acre state park borders the state's largest freshwater lake. Leashed dogs roam shaded trails with water, parking, restrooms, trash cans, and access to a designated pet beach.
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- Park
- Deep Creek Lake State Park
- Type
- State park
- Location
- Swanton, Maryland
- Coordinates
- 39.5072, -79.3061
- Size
- 1,800 acres
- Trail miles
- 8
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hikers, Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.7 / 5 (2,810 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 7.8 / 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:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · ★ 4.7 from 2,810 reviewers
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
- · 1,800 acres of room
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Dog policy
1,800-acre state park on Maryland's largest freshwater lake. Leashed dogs welcome on trails + designated pet beach.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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