Facility Overview
The parking area at G & S Coal Co is an open-air industrial surface facility situated at 21557 Maryland Hwy (MD-135) in Bloomington, Maryland. Located in the picturesque mountainous terrain of western Maryland along the North Branch Potomac River corridor, this facility features a wide, level gravel and asphalt surface lot. Because the lot is completely open without overhead structures, decks, or parking garages, there are no vertical clearance restrictions. This makes the property exceptionally well-suited for high-profile vehicles, including full-size pickup trucks, commercial utility vans, work rigs, SUVs, and vehicles carrying rooftop cargo or towing utility trailers.
Prime Location & Nearby Attractions
Positioned along Maryland Route 135 between Bloomington, Luke, and Westernport, the site serves as a functional stop and staging area for outdoor recreationists and local commercial traffic:
- Jennings Randolph Lake: Located just minutes away (approximately 3 to 4 miles southwest), offering boating, shoreline fishing, scenic overlooks, and the Howell Run Recreation Area.
- North Branch Potomac River & Savage River: Renowned destinations for cold-water trout fishing, fly fishing, and seasonal whitewater kayaking releases, accessible within a short 5-to-10-minute drive.
- Savage River State Forest: Situated to the north and west, featuring thousands of acres of hiking, hunting, and trail-riding access.
- Historic Tri-Town Area (Westernport, Luke, and Piedmont, WV): Located roughly 2 miles east along MD-135, providing access to local diners, neighborhood stores, post offices, and community services.
Access, Navigation & Transit Connectivity
Access to the lot is direct and straightforward via Maryland Route 135 (Maryland Highway), the primary east-west arterial linking Allegany and Garrett counties. The entrance features wide apron turn-offs that accommodate large vehicle turning radii with clear sightlines in both directions. Regional highway connections are seamless, with MD-135 connecting east toward US-220 near McCoole/Keyser and west toward Swanton, Oakland, and the Deep Creek Lake region. While local public fixed-route transit is limited in this rural mountain valley, regional road connectivity ensures low traffic friction and smooth egress throughout the day.
Facility Amenities & Key Features
- Unrestricted overhead clearance suitable for lifted pickups, work trucks, and oversized vehicles.
- Expansive open-air surface parking layout with uncomplicated navigation.
- Direct vehicular access from Maryland Highway (MD-135).
- Sturdy crushed-stone and hard-pack surface designed for heavy-duty vehicle wear.
- Low-congestion entry and exit access points.
Ideal For
- Commercial drivers, contractors, and local haulers needing uncomplicated, heavy-vehicle vehicle parking.
- Outdoor adventurers, kayakers, and anglers staging near the North Branch Potomac River and Jennings Randolph Lake.
- Motorists and tradespeople operating throughout the Bloomington, Westernport, and Piedmont tri-town industrial corridor.
Visitor & Driver Tips
Drivers visiting during the winter months should check regional mountain road conditions, as MD-135 features varying elevations where snow and black ice can form rapidly. Ensure that your GPS is set specifically to 21557 Maryland Hwy, Bloomington, MD, and reduce speed when approaching the entrance turnout, as highway traffic flows at posted rural speeds. If you are towing equipment or watercraft, park along the perimeter to leave clear turning lanes for commercial trucks and site operations.
