With quiet forests and clear mountain streams, Western Maryland is the place to be for fly fishing. If you want to go for trophys or just want to experience the meditative zen of fly fishing, we'll get you hooked.

The only lodge in Maryland endorsed by Trout Unlimited, SRL is right in the middle of four trophy rivers. Beginners enjoy easy access on the Casselman River, which is also the most convenient. Better still, we only offer private and semi-private outings, regardless of your skill level.

You'll be amazed at what you'll learn and the relationship you'll develop with the river.

Half Day Intro $175
additional guest $100

Half Day Wade Trip $175
additional guest $100

Full Day Intro $350
additional guest $150

Full Day Wade Trip $350
additional guest $150

The Great Allegheny Passage is a 150-mile hiking & biking trail between Cumberland, MD and Pittsburgh, PA. Built mainly on abandoned railroad beds, the trail surface is smooth, packed crushed limestone and with an average grade of about 1%. Trip highlights include crossing the Eastern Continental Divide through the Big Savage Tunnel, the soaring Salisbury Viaduct, and many miles hugging the Youghiogheny River including Ohiopyle Falls.

On a through-ride of the GAP? Consider building in a rest day and treat yourself to an in-cabin or in-yurt massage to sooth your sore muscles.

Shuttle Service from $25 per person, depending on destination

We shuttle you and your bike to points between Ohiopyle, PA and Paw Paw, WV including Confluence, Deal (our closest trailhead), Meyersdale, Frostburg, and Cumberland. Shuttle services available to overnight guests by advance reservation. Contact Guest Services directly to reserve.

Read this article from the Wall Street Journal about the Surprisingly Luxe Cycling Trip

Preview the ride with this video about the GAP

Photo ©Laurel Highlands Visitors Bureau

The Lodge is situated on 43 acres of private property, nestled in the middle of the Mt. Aetna Tract of the Savage River State Forest. Through a cooperative agreement with the State of Maryland, the Lodge maintains 14 miles of trails throughout their property and the Savage River State Forest. The diverse loop trails offer hours of enjoyment and opportunities to enjoy nature at its finest.

Click to view the Savage River Lodge Trail Map

Western Maryland has a wealth of trail systems available for hiking. At the other end of Garrett County, Garrett State Forest has a 7-mile trail system that connects into Swallow Falls and Herrington Manor State Parks.  You can see a comprehensive list at the Garrett Trails website. 

The Savage River Lodge's location is unique for outdoor enthusiasts, as we are within driving distance to the highest points in Maryland (Backbone Mountain), West Virginia (Spruce Knob) and Pennsylvania (Mount Davis). Our guest services representatives would be happy to recommend their favorite hikes to you, here or elsewhere!

Photo ©SRL

SRL's sister venture in nearby Grantsville, The Cornucopia Café serves a fresh menu centered around regional fare. We’ve gathered our favorite recipes into a scrumptious selection of quiche, panini, fresh pasta, soup, salad and stir-fry, and included a bar with craft beer and wine. Visit the to-go counter for specialty coffee and food to take along on your morning commute, or for a satisfying mid-day pick-me-up.
 
Outdoor riverview seating will provide ample space for your next book club gathering, get-together with friends for a glass of wine or a lunch meeting with colleagues.

The Cornucopia Café
146 Casselman Rd., Grantsville MD
301-895-8142

Start with access to over 700 acres of forest: add 13 miles of trails -- some easy, some not; cover with snow from December through March; provide shelter, a fire and a restaurant; and you've got top-notch cross-country skiing!

A $10 facility fee (included in your room rate if you are staying overnight at the Lodge) gives you access to more than a forest of skiing possibilities: a trail map, trails both groomed and ungroomed for beginners and skiers of all skill levels. We have ski equipment rentals (see below) and offer lessons.

CROSS COUNTRY SKI RENTALS
Adult    $35 per day
Child   $15 per day

CROSS COUNTRY SKI LESSONS
$30 per person full lesson (approximately 45 minutes), available from 10:00 a.m. to Noon or at 2:00 p.m.

$10 per person mini lesson (approximately 15 minutes), available any time

“If you can walk, you can snowshoe” is true saying! Snowshoeing is easy to learn, poses little risk of injury and is a great way to hike in the snow. Our equipment comes in all sizes, so any member of your family and join you out on the trails.

Snow Shoe Rental
Adult       $25 per day
Child       $15 per day