The park had its early development in 1906 with the donation by John and Robert Garrett of Baltimore of 1,917 acres. The intention for such a gift was to be used for the creation of a state forest. The land now known as Garrett State Forest comprised the areas that became Swallow Falls and Herrington Manor state parks, both of which were established in the 1930s by the Civilian Conservation Corps.
So much for the history of this park—now for my observations.
Swallow Falls State Park is one of the most beautiful parks I ever have seen in person. Crazy enough, the trails were not anything to be excited about from when I first enter the wooded area. There was one main trail, and small walkways (with wooden stairs) that led to the several waterfalls in the area, three total. You can hover around the top while looking down at…
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