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Cunningham Falls State Park

Maryland · State Park · River · Open to all

Cunningham Falls State Park
GrillingCharcoalGrills provided on site
On the waterSwimming · Fishing · Beach+2 more
Things to doHiking · Camping · Nature center
AccessOpen to allOpen to all (Maryland Park Service). Service…

About this place

Multi-area park near Thurmont; picnic tables and grills near the lake (first come, first served).

Good to know

SwimmingLifeguard Swimming permitted Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend in three designated areas of Hunting Creek Lake at own risk when lifeguards not on duty; lifeguards on duty 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. with limited coverage Mondays; swimming prohibited after Labor Day; swimming not allowed at the falls
FishingOK Fishing allowed; accessible fishing pier located at William Houck Area
AlcoholPermit Alcoholic beverages prohibited in all areas including campgrounds, except Manor Area Shelter where alcohol permit may be purchased with shelter reservation
DogsLimited Pets allowed in designated campground loops (Addison Run, Bear Branch, Catoctin Creek, Deer Spring, Manor Area); pets allowed on all trails in Houck Area; pets allowed in day-use area except sandy portion of beach and lake Memorial Day-Labor Day; Manor Area pets allowed in day-use area and trails

What's here

Provided grills
Picnic tables
Pavilion
Parking
Camping
Hiking
Beach
Paddling
Fishing pier
Nature center

Location

Cunningham Falls State Park
RegionMaryland
Coordinates39.6314° N, 77.4711° W
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Common questions

Can you grill at Cunningham Falls State Park?

Yes — charcoal grilling is allowed at Cunningham Falls State Park; propane is not confirmed. Grills are already provided on site. Reservation/service charge for some pavilions; designated areas. Always confirm current rules on the official page before you go.

Do you need a permit or reservation?

Reservation/service charge for some pavilions; designated areas.

Can you swim at Cunningham Falls State Park?

Swimming permitted Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend in three designated areas of Hunting Creek Lake at own risk when lifeguards not on duty; lifeguards on duty 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. with limited coverage Mondays; swimming prohibited after Labor Day; swimming not allowed at the falls.

Are dogs allowed?

Pets allowed in designated campground loops (Addison Run, Bear Branch, Catoctin Creek, Deer Spring, Manor Area); pets allowed on all trails in Houck Area; pets allowed in day-use area except sandy portion of beach and lake Memorial Day-Labor Day; Manor Area pets allowed in day-use area and trails.

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