Greenbrier State Park

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Greenbrier State Park, located in the picturesque Maryland region of the United States, is a nature lover's paradise. The park offers a wide range of outdoor activities, making it the perfect destination for a day trip or a weekend getaway. With its lush forests, sparkling lake, and rolling hills, Greenbrier State Park is a haven for hiking, fishing, picnicking, and camping.

One of the main attractions of Greenbrier State Park is its pristine 42-acre lake, which is perfect for swimming, boating, and fishing. Visitors can rent canoes, kayaks, and paddleboards to explore the tranquil waters, or simply relax on the sandy beach and soak up the sun. The park also features a network of scenic hiking trails that wind through the woodlands and offer stunning views of the surrounding landscape.

For those who prefer to relax and take in the scenery, Greenbrier State Park provides numerous picnic areas equipped with tables, grills, and playgrounds for the little ones. The park's serene atmosphere and natural beauty make it an ideal spot for a leisurely outdoor meal with family and friends.

In addition to its outdoor activities, Greenbrier State Park offers a variety of amenities to enhance visitors' experience. The park features a modern campground with spacious campsites, hot showers, and a camp store for any essentials you may need. Whether you're looking for a rustic camping adventure or a comfortable cabin stay, Greenbrier State Park has accommodations to suit every preference.

Established: 1963 (61 years ago)Elevation: 1030 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 39°32'10"N, 77°37'25"W

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Greenbrier State Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Rocky Run Shelter, Crystal Grottoes Caverns, Washington Monument State Park, Dahlgren Chapel.

5.2 miS
Hiking, Trail, Hiking trail
Rocky Run Shelter, South Mountain State Park
133 min walk • The Rocky Run shelter are backcountry shelters located on the Appalachian Trail near Boonsboro, Maryland. They are situated next to the Rocky Run spring and a steep hill side.
3.8 miSW
Natural attraction, Park, Entertainment
Crystal Grottoes Caverns, Boonsboro
99 min walk • Crystal Grottoes is the only show cave in the U.S. state of Maryland. It is located on Maryland Route 34 between Boonsboro and Antietam National Battlefield.
2.5 miS
Memorial, State park, Park
Washington Monument State Park, Middletown
64 min walk • Washington Monument State Park is a public recreation area located approximately one mile southeast of Boonsboro, Maryland. The park preserves the Washington Monument, a 40-foot-tall tower honoring George Washington, the first President of the United States.
3.6 miS
Church
Dahlgren Chapel, South Mountain State Park
91 min walk • Dahlgren Chapel is located at the summit of Turner's Gap in western Maryland between Middletown and Boonsboro. The Gothic revival stone chapel was built in 1881 and consecrated as the Chapel of St. Joseph of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
6.7 miSE
39°28'39"N • 77°31'23"W
Maryland National Golf Club, Middletown
171 min walk • Outdoor activities, Golf
6.4 miSW
39°28'34"N • 77°42'51"W
Pry House Field Hospital Museum, Keedysville
163 min walk • History museum, Historical place, Garden
2.4 miSW
Museum, History museum
Bowman House, Boonsboro
61 min walk • The Bowman House is a historic log house located at 323 North Main Street in Boonsboro, Maryland, and is locally significant as a typical example of those built in the area in the early 19th century.
2.6 miSW
39°30'29"N • 77°39'20"W
Shafer Memorial Park, Boonsboro
66 min walk • Park
2.9 miSW
39°30'17"N • 77°39'39"W
Boonsboro Free Library, Boonsboro
75 min walk • Library
5.8 miNW
Mosque
Islamic Society of Western Maryland, Hagerstown
147 min walk • The Islamic Society of Western Maryland, located in Hagerstown, Maryland, is a mosque which was the first permanent structure to be built specifically to serve as a mosque in Western Maryland. The mosque was built in 1994, after the American Revolutionary War-era home proved to be insufficient to accommodate the growing community.
7.1 miNW
Greek Revival architecture
Garden Hill, Hagerstown
183 min walk • Garden Hill, also known as the Robert Cushen farmstead, is a historic home located at Hagerstown, Washington County, Maryland, United States. It was built about 1865, and is a two-story five-bay brick dwelling with a formal facade and a central entrance.