Where to see a Spiny Softshell in Maryland

The Spiny Softshell is recorded in the counties of 10 Maryland state parks (research-grade iNaturalist observations). Ranked by how often it is observed in each area:

  1. Deep Creek Lake State Park
  2. Swallow Falls State Park
  3. Herrington Manor State Park
  4. New Germany State Park
  5. Big Run State Park
  6. Savage River State Forest
  7. Sang Run State Park
  8. Garrett State Forest
  9. Mount Nebo State Forest
  10. Potomac-Garrett State Forest

These are county-level records — the species is documented in the area around each park, which is a strong steer rather than a guarantee for the park itself.

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