Did the 7 1/2 mile loop around the trail today a day after the storms numerous trees down but overall the trail was in great shape the crew were out there with chainsaws working on getting it cleared the best trial in Southern Maryland never disappoints!

Plenty of parking. Entry is 3 dollars for Maryland residents. There's apparently a way to get in with your state pass. The trail around the river is 7.5 miles and it's perfect for hiking, dog walking, horse riding, or trail running. Plenty of openings around the trail to look out into the river. It's most gorgeous during fall especially during golden hour when the sun beams on the trees and autumn shines through the trees. Oh, you can also bring your boat here. Across the street is game so you might hear shots nearby. Lovely place!

Great State Park just north of Saint Mary's City in southern MD. Large lake with a 7.5 mile loop trail. Warning - this is a lake loop, not a lake view trail. There are glimpses of the lake from time to time. However, if you goal on the hike is fantastic lake views, than make sure you start the trail by going left at the start. All of the great lake views will be at the end that way. Trail is very well maintained with mileage markets every quarter mile. There are multiple splits, but they all go back to the main trail. Other warning, only restroom is at the very start of the trail.

Very nice and well maintained loop trail around the lake with distance markers every 1/4 mile.

Most of the more scenic views of the lake can be reached about a mile from the parking lot by going counter clockwise.

Recently refurbished parking lot area. Credit card payment to enter ($3). Only restroom is at the parking lot.

Great place to walk and exercise. Be aware that the main white trail path is 7.5 miles. For folks that want a challenge, start at the beginning of the white trail path, as that side has more inclines and declines. For folks that want a less challenging walk, take the white trail, but start where the end of the trail comes out to the parking lot. Next, take the lake view path, but make sure you turn back before you get too far back into the woods. Overall, it was a great trail, but it can be very challenging if you are not prepared to walk the full 7.5 miles.