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Maryland Opens Savage Highlands State Park, Adding 55,000 Acres of Outdoor Access

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Savage Highlands State Park officially opened on August 28, 2026, providing public access to 55,000 acres of Garrett County forestland. The state purchased the former luxury lodge property for $8.7 million through Program Open Space funds, converting it into a gateway with 18 cabins, 8 yurts, and 5.75 miles of trails.

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