ALERT: As per Governor Hogan’s 
amended stay-at-home order, on Thursday, May 7, 2020, the Maryland Forest Service has reopened the public shooting ranges at Green Ridge, Savage River, and Elk Neck State Forests and other recreational activities such as camping and equestrian use with certain conditions. Please read and follow these conditions for the safety of all visitors and staff, and so that these facilities can remain open for public use.
ALERT: Starting on December 7, 2020, both the Rifle and Shotgun Ranges at Elk Neck State Forest will be closed to the general public for major maintenance projects. The closure is scheduled for 60 calendar days, during which the public is prohibited from entering these construction areas. Updates will be distributed every two weeks during the project with an anticipated re-opening date.
The pistol range will remain open and operate on its normal schedule. Visitors are reminded that only pistols and revolvers are allowed at the pistol range — no long guns are permitted.
Questions or concerns should be addressed to the forest office at (410) 287-5675.
ALERT: Following Gov. Larry Hogan's stay-at-home order to protect public health and curb the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, the department is canceling the 2020 Backyard Buffer programs.