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There Are Giant Trolls And More Hiding At Marty’s Mythical Woods In Maryland, Just Like Something Out Of A Storybook

Discover Marty's Mythical Woods, a whimsical playground in Maryland featuring giant trolls, gnomes, and other magical structures.

Published Mar 18, 2022

Written by 

Jamie Alvarenga

Maryland is full of playgrounds but not all are created equal. The following one is hidden and is full of magic. From giant trolls to gnomes and more, this newer playground in the Old Line State feels like it's straight out of a storybook. Read on to learn more, bring the family, and have fun!

Today's featured playground is located at Martin “Marty” L. Snook Memorial Park in Hagerstown.

Map showing the location of Marty Snook Park, marked with a red pin and an arrow pointing to it.

This park is home to trails, a pool, and...

Sign for Martin L. Snook Memorial Park, featuring stone structure and trees in the background.
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...one of the most whimsical playgrounds in the state. It's known as Marty's Mythical Woods.

Wooden archway sign reading "Marty's Mythical Woods" at the entrance of a forested path with trees and play structures.
Courtesy of Manny Alvarenga

This fairy tale-esque park is home to giant trolls and so many more hand-carved wooden structures.

A wooden sculpture of a troll stands in a forested area, surrounded by trees and rocks.
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You'll also find cheeky gnomes...

Wooden carvings of a gnome and a woman, with a small animal peeking out, set in a natural outdoor environment.
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...and a massive spider guarding his (very fun) web. Go ahead and climb this unique structure -- he won't mind!

A wooden spider sculpture sits on a stump near a rope web climbing structure in a forested area.
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Keep your eyes peeled for baby dragons...

A carved wooden frog resting on a large log in a forested area with scattered rocks and trees.
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...and this curvy bridge that looks like it belongs in an enchanted forest.

A rope bridge with wooden supports, set in a forested area with trees in the background.
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There are plenty of other things to climb, and while at the top, you can pretend you're in a castle surrounded by a moat.

A wooden pirate-themed play structure with a climbing net, surrounded by trees and a sandy ground.
Courtesy of Manny Alvarenga

This newer playground in Maryland is a breath of fresh air. Seek it out, and your family is in for a fun, and one-of-a-kind adventure.

A wooden playground surrounded by trees, with slides and climbing structures, set in a natural, leaf-covered area.
Courtesy of Manny Alvarenga

Interested in learning more about this playground and park in Maryland? It has so much more to offer that you may not even know about. Check out the official website and plan your visit today!

Now, how about another outdoorsy adventure in Maryland, but one that's a bit more haunting? Read about: The Creepiest Hike In Maryland Takes You Through The Ruins Of An Abandoned Tunnel!

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