| Located west of Thurmont, 18 miles north of Frederick, in North Central Maryland.
Features:
Catoctin Iron Furnace Historical Site--The Catoctin Iron Furnace operated from 1776 until 1903. The area was once a booming industrial complex & community. Much of the historic site is accessible. The site is located on MD Route 806, three miles south of Thurmont.
Swimming--Swimming is permitted in three designated areas of Hunting Creek Lake. Lifeguards are on duty during posted hours Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Boating--A boat ramp is located off Catoctin Hollow Road. Private craft may be launched for a small service charge. Gasoline motors are prohibited; electric motors of less than one hp or 33 lbs. of thrust may be used. During the summer, canoes & rowboats are available for rental.
Playground--A recycled tire playground is located in the Manor Area. Built by volunteers from 3,000 tires otherwise destined for landfill, the playground offers something for people of all abilities & ages.
Trails--Enjoy easy to difficult hiking along nine scenic trails that include areas of Cunningham Falls State Park & Catoctin Mountain National Park. Take a trail map. Mountain bikes are prohibited on all trails.
Hunting--Hunting is permitted on 3,500 acres of undeveloped wildlands. Disabled hunters can hunt in a special area by reservation.
Picnicking--Picnic areas in both the Houck & Manor areas offer tables & grills, & are open daily until sunset. Check with the park office for service charges to use these areas. A picnic shelter is available in the Manor Area by reservation only. A concession stand & beach store near the lake are open during the summer.
Fishing--A Maryland license is required for all fishermen over 15 years old. Big Hunting Creek, along MD Route 77, is a catch-and-release trout stream limited to artificial fly fishing only. Conventional fly fishing tackle & artificial flies must be used. Little Hunting Creek in the Manor Area is a catch-and-release trout stream limited to the use of artificial lures & flies only. Spinning gear may be used. Hunting Creek Lake is a put-and-take trout area. An accessible fishing pier is adjacent to the boat ramp. Anglers can also fish for bass, bluegills, sunfish, crappie & catfish. Consult the Maryland Freshwater Sportfishing Guide for creel & size limits & for additional information.
Pets--Pets are prohibited in the Houck Area (picnic areas, lake area & campgrounds) & at the Falls. Pets on leash are permitted in the campground only of the Manor Area & at neighboring Catoctin Mountain National Park & nearby Gambrill State Park.
Accessibility for the disabled--Accessible facilities include a fishing pier located by the boat ramp & a 300 yard long trail to the falls from Maryland Route 77. Some restrooms are accessible. |
Cunningham Falls State Park Campground Web Site
Driving Direction GPS Coordinates:
39.625003, -77.457957
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Campground: Cunningham Falls State Park in Thurmont Maryland *