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2013 Reservation/Transaction Fees:

In addition to the park facility use fee, there is a nightly reservation/transaction fee. Internet reservations, the per night fee is $4.56. Call Center, the per night fee is $4.61. Walk-In transactions at the park, the per night fee is $4.51. Reservation/Transaction Fees are Non-Refundable.


Cancellation Fee Policy Change-Effective May 1, 2013:

To better serve our Maryland Park Service customers, we are changing our cancellation policy to a reservation cancellation service charge of $6 per reservation; except for Assateague Island State Park, which will remain at $6 per night.


SMALLWOOD STATE PARK, MD

Status: Open through Sun Oct 27 2013
Max reservation window: Fri May 23 2014

Description

Fishermen's paradise! Located on Mattawoman Creek, a tributary of the Potomac River, Smallwood State Park offers a unique mix of history and unsurpassed boating conveniences. This park was named after General William Smallwood, a Revolutionary War officer and fourth governor of Maryland. His plantation house, Smallwood's Retreat, has been restored and open to visitors. The 628-acre park offers a 50-boat slip marina, boat launching ramps, picnic and camping areas, pavilions, a recycled tire playground and nature trails.

Services & Amenities:

Within Facility
  • Amphitheater
  • Art & Museum
  • Biking
  • Boating
  • Campstore
  • Canoeing
  • Comfort Station
  • Dump Station
  • Firewood
  • Fishing
  • Handicap Access
  • Hiking
  • Historic Sites
  • Hot Showers
  • Interpretive Walks, Self
  • Parking
  • Picnic Tables
  • Playground
  • Ranger Station
  • Recreation Programs
  • Restrooms
  • Vending Machines

Alerts and Important Information

PET POLICY:
Smallwood State Park

  • Pets allowed in campground.
  • Pets NOT allowed in or around camper cabins and at youth group camping area.
  • Pets allowed in all day-use areas.
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    Additional Pet Policy Information can be found at:
    http://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/pets.asp

    ALCOHOL POLICY:

    The consumption or possession of an open container of an alcoholic beverage will be prohibited in all state park areas with the exception of interior areas of full-service cabins and motorhomes.

    Alcohol permits will only be issued through a reservation for a designated shelter, or other approved facility. A $35 fee will be charged for each alcohol permit. Permits may be revoked for cause by Park Manager, their designee or a Natural Resources Police Officer.

    Internet shelter reservations requiring an alcohol permit will need to contact the Call Center at 1-888-432-2267, Mon-Fri, 8 am - 8 pm to make your reservation.

    For additional alcohol policy information, visit our web site at:
    http://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/alcoholfaq.asp

    Getting There:

    GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
    38.55639, -77.18528
    38°33'23"N, 77°11'7"W

    From capital Beltway ( Route 495/95) take Indian Head Highway (Route 210) South 25 miles. Left on Route 225 at Smallwood Middle School 1.5 miles. Right on Route 224 3.5 miles. Right at new park entrance.

    Contact Information:

    Mailing Address:

    SMALLWOOD STATE PARK
    2750 SWEDEN POINT RD
    MARBURY MD 20658

    Phone Number:

    Information: 3017437613

    Special Events:

      The events listed here are not intended to be an all inclusive list. Please contact the park for further details.

    • On July 6 and July 7, 2013, a Triathlon will be held at Smallwood State Park. This is an all day event in the park and launching of boats will not be permitted on these dates due to the Triathlon. from Jul 06 2013 to Jul 07 2013
    • On October 12 and 13, 2013, a Triathlon will be held at Smallwood State Park. This is an all day event in the park and launching of boats will not be permitted on these dates due to the Triathlon. from Oct 12 2013 to Oct 13 2013
    Photo: SMALLWOOD STATE PARK