Cedarville State Forest 10201 Bee Oak Road, Brandywine, MD 20613
About the Business
Cedarville State Forest, located at 10201 Bee Oak Road in Brandywine, Maryland, is a park and tourist attraction managed by the Maryland Department of Natural Resources. This 3,707-acre forest is home to over 50 species of trees and offers 19 miles of trails for hiking, mountain biking, and horseback riding. The forest showcases various forestry practices and natural resource management techniques used by the department.
Historically, the Piscataway Tribe used the region as a winter camping and hunting ground due to its mild climate and abundant game. In the 1930s, the State purchased the land to create a forest demonstration area. The Civilian Conservation Corp developed roads and trails in the forest under President Franklin D. Roosevelt's direction. Cedarville State Forest also operated charcoal kilns in the 1950s, with one kiln remaining as a historic demonstration.
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources is committed to preserving and protecting the state's natural resources for future generations. The forest is a part of the Prince George's County Southern Maryland Recreational Complex and offers a unique opportunity to explore nature and history in one place.
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10201 Bee Oak Rd, Brandywine, MD 20613, United States
Reviews
"Got a good quick ride today. Been here several times. Definitely coming back since this is my local trail."
"Great! this place looks nice, it would be a great camping if additional attractions added, Nothing much to play or enjoy around, too remote"
"Nice place to visit. You can camp here, have picnics and do some hiking. They have pavilions that you can rent for family events. I grew up around the area and came here a lot. It's a small place but peaceful."
"The absolute peace and beauty is just undeniable outside of the 3 & 6 year old that we brought with us for their first time camping and they almost never listen as it is anyway. However they've been technology free since Sunday without complaint which we love. The trails, bike riding, walking playing in the woods and water has offered a host of things to do. As well they have learned to build a fire after harvesting their own wood, pitch a tent, learned how to wash laundry by hand and hang out dry, cook like Gordon Ramsay over a fire, and the absolute best (and a win for us... sleep without a television!!) This place has been a joy and we will definitely return as well as recommend to others. Yes, the ticks have been an issue but, it's the woods, it's THEIR HOME, NOT OURS, they belong here, we don't. So, if you decide to come, expect it don't complain, ÝOU are invading THEIR space, bring spray and use it. The squirrels are smart, lock up your stuff, They made off with the majority of a loaf of our bread on the third day. But were quickly forgiven because they're so cute. Have a great stay!!! ***Last minute edit: The "fishing" pond... other than some adorable frogs, dragonflies, water skippers, snakes (I'm sure) and rowdy little gray squirrels that "lake" is dead. The actual water smells foul, the odor of death floats up from it with the breeze. A plethora of Water skippers take over with nothing to eat them. Not one single attempt from anything below to eat anything above. From live bait we provided to food products and lures. Its no wonder each time we went no other human showed up unless they were just riding by..... quickly."
"Wonderful park, but won’t go again because of the people hunting. Very scary to be in a forest with crazy people with guns. But if you can stomach that, the park is absolutely amazing. Great trails with good signs. Many grills. Few people."
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