Welcome to Camp!

Maryland 4-H Education and Camping Center, accredited by the American Camp Association, is located in beautiful, Garrett County, Maryland. Our camp boasts over 1100 acres of private and public land, a spacious lake, a short commute to the attractions at Deep Creek Lake, and endless opportunities to relax, recharge, and enjoy nature. Enjoy the crisp mountain air, guaranteed to be up to 10 degrees cooler than lower elevation or metropolitan area.

Click below for directions to the camp and to view our Facility Directory for details on buildings, occupancy, amenities, and additional costs outside the rental fee.

Get Directions   Facility Directory

  • Two young boys posing for camera at Western Maryland Environmental Education and Camping Center

    Youth Activities & Camping

  • Campfire circle with benches surrounding the fire pit.

    Weddings, Retreats, & More

Facility Hours of Operation

May 1 - Nov 1

8:00 AM - Dusk

Amenities

For the public, the facility offers a large lake, hiking trails, fishing, biking, wildlife viewing, and beautiful scenic views.

Our private section of the facility boasts opportunities for: swimming, fishing, boating, hiking, shooting sports, challenge course, sports fields, modern bath houses, cabins for lodging, meeting spaces, facility wide Wi-Fi, commercial grade kitchen, and much more.

Rates

Click below to view our rate sheet for 2024. Please note that our facility has a capacity of 160 people.

2024 Rate Sheet

Contact Us

Lacie Ashby, 4-H Educator                                                         
1916 Maryland Highway Suite A                                    
Mt. Lake Park, MD 21550                                               
301-334-6960           
lashby@umd.edu