Green Ridge State Forest Campground

The Great Outdoors

There is plenty to do and see right in the Green Ridge State Forest when you set up camp in an RV near Flintstone. This is the largest block of public land in the state, and it remains a working forest. It is significant both historically and geologically. There is a well-maintained public shooting range, over 50 miles of hiking trails, and an established self-guided driving tour. Other recreational activities here include hunting and fishing, horseback riding, mountain biking, geocaching, boating and paddling, and nature viewing.You can also spend time at the Rocky Gap State Park with your rental motorhome at the Green Ridge State Forest Campground nearby. Rocky Gap State Park encompasses over 3,000 acres of public land and the 243-acre Lake Habeeb, which boasts the bluest water in the state. Swimming beaches and canoe, kayak, and stand-up board rentals are available. The visitor facility and day-use area include a ranger station, a picnic area with tables and grills, a playground, a bathhouse, and a full-service café. Other recreational activities here include hiking, biking, fishing and hunting, and nature and wildlife observation.The Warrior Mountain State Wildlife Area is another great way to experience the great outdoors when you are RV camping at the Green Ridge State Forest Campground. This area spans over 5,000 acres of forest and features a clearing at the top of Warrior Mountain as well as abandoned homes, farms, and cemeteries. White-tailed deer, gray squirrels, wild turkeys, cottontail rabbits, ruffled grouse, and songbirds all make their home here. There are marked trails throughout. Recreational activities here include hunting and trapping, hiking, bird watching, nature viewing, and outdoor photography.

Exploring the Area

Flintstone is generally considered part of the Cumberland metropolitan area, and that’s a great place to explore when you rent a camper near the Green Ridge State Forest Campground. Cumberland features an arts and entertainment district that is co-managed by the Allegany Arts Council and the city of Cumberland. Other highlights include the Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, the C&O National Historical Park and Visitors Museum, Folck’s Mill, and the Tri-State Zoological Park. Special events that take place in this area every year include the Fall Foliage Train, Small Business Saturday and Handmade Holiday Fair, music festivals, and seasonal farmers’ markets. Shopping, dining, and drinking opportunities abound here. Make sure to check out Visit Maryland and Allegany County/The Mountain Side of Maryland for the latest news on local happenings and tourism information so that you can prepare for your visit.Martinsburg is another metropolitan area that is well worth a visit with your campervan rental near here. Some of the best places to see include the Martinsburg Roundhouse (a historic B&O Railroad building), the Dillon Farm Museum, the Belle Boyd House museum, War Memorial Park, and the Berkeley County Historical Society Archives Center. There are also several parks, trails, outdoor recreational opportunities, and a self-guided Washington Heritage Trail driving tour. Community celebrations and special events that take place here include the Mountain State Apple Harvest Festival, Hedgesville Heritage Days, the Old Town Martinsburg Ghost Walk, and the Chocolate Fest and Book Faire. Visit the Martinsburg Berkeley County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Travel West Virginia, and West Virginia Tourism for up-to-date information on area attractions, events, and visitor and tourist guides.When you leave the RV campground to explore the local eateries, you’ll find classic American cooking, bar and grill fare, comfort food, and family-friendly meals. And when you need to fill up your RV rental tank as well, there are numerous service stations, truck stops, and mini-marts where you’ll have your choice of gasoline or diesel fuel as well as other amenities and conveniences.