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Attention:
During the winter camping season November 1- March 30, bathhouse facilities are closed. Portable toilets are located adjacent to the bathhouse and water can be obtained from the frost-free hydrants. There are no firewood sales or dump station available. All reservations are subject to cancellation pending weather events. Campsites are not cleared of snow and ice. Check your confirmation email for the gate code.
During the winter camping season November 1- March 30, bathhouse facilities are closed. Portable toilets are located adjacent to the bathhouse and water can be obtained from the frost-free hydrants. There are no firewood sales or dump station available. All reservations are subject to cancellation pending weather events. Campsites are not cleared of snow and ice. Check your confirmation email for the gate code.
Book a Site at Cunningham Falls State Park, MD
169 matching site(s) found(Clear search and show all)
** Arrival dates earlier than the online-reservation-window may also be available at the campground.
Overview
Description
Located in the picturesque Catoctin Mountains, Cunningham Falls State Park is divided into two separate but unique areas. The William Houck Area located off of Route 77 has the 78-foot cascading namesake waterfall, a 43 acre lake, and camping area. The Manor Area off of Route 15 has the Scales & Tales Aviary, the historic Catoctin Iron Furnace and a camping area. With plenty to explore, natural outdoor activities abound at Cunningham Falls State Park: swimming, hiking, fishing, boating, camping and more.
Booking Window
Bus
Sat Oct 31 2026 - Sat Oct 30 2027Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 365 Day(s) in advance.
Campsite Electric
Sat Oct 31 2026 - Sat Oct 30 2027Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 365 Day(s) in advance.
Note: There are 7 site(s) in this category with different booking windows. Please check site details for more information (Loop, Site)Campsite Non-Electric
Sat Oct 31 2026 - Sat Oct 30 2027Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 365 Day(s) in advance.
Note: There are 20 site(s) in this category with different booking windows. Please check site details for more information (Loop, Site)Manor Camping Area, M001Manor Camping Area, M002Manor Camping Area, M003Manor Camping Area, M004Manor Camping Area, M005Manor Camping Area, M008Manor Camping Area, M011Manor Camping Area, M012Manor Camping Area, M013Manor Camping Area, M014Manor Camping Area, M016Manor Camping Area, M023Manor Camping Area, M024Manor Camping Area, M025Manor Camping Area, M026Manor Camping Area, M027Manor Camping Area, M028Manor Camping Area, M029Manor Camping Area, M030Manor Camping Area, M031
Mini Cabin
Sat Oct 31 2026 - Sat Oct 30 2027Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 365 Day(s) in advance.
Picnic Shelter
Sat Oct 31 2026 - Sat Oct 30 2027Reservations must be made 1 Day(s) ahead of arrival and can be made up to 365 Day(s) in advance.
Season Dates
2026 Reservable Dates
2027 Reservable Dates
Services and Amenities
Within Park
- Beaches
- Boat Ramp
- Boat Rentals
- Cabins
- Dump Station
- Electric Hookups
- Fishing
- Food
- Hiking / Walking Trails
- Historic Site / Museum
- Interpretive Center
- Mini Cabins
- Mountain Biking Trails
- Park Store
- Pet Loops
- Picnic Shelters
- Picnic Tables
- Playground
- Restrooms
- Showers
- Swimming
- Wheelchair Accessible
Fees and Cancellation Policies
Special Policy Applicable to this Facility
Cancel/Change Policies for all Resource Types
Facility Rates*
Park Season
Site Type
Nightly/Daily Rates
Peak Season
Apr 09 2027 -
Oct 30 2027
Apr 09 2027 -
Oct 30 2027
Picnic Shelter
$6.75-$38.75
Mini Cabin
$65.50-$66.50
Campsite Non-Electric
$21.50-$22.50
Campsite Electric
$27.50-$28.50
Bus
$11.75-$12.75
*Displayed rates are base rates and do not reflect discounts, surcharges (holiday/weekend/residency) or incremental charges, such as pet fees.
Prices are subject to change without notice, and all transaction fees, penalties, and donations are non-refundable.
Getting There
GPS Info. (Latitude, Longitude):
39.63139, -77.47111
39°37'53"N, 77°28'16"W
39.63139, -77.47111
39°37'53"N, 77°28'16"W
There are two separate locations distance between locations is 6.3 miles by vehicle.
Driving Directions:
William Houck Area (lake & falls): Located 3 miles west of Thurmont, MD off of MD RT 77
Headquarters is at: 14039 Catoctin Hollow Road Thurmont, MD 21788
Lake and Falls area are at: 14274 William Houck Drive Thurmont, MD 21788
Main campground is at: 5783 Campground Drive Thurmont, MD 21788
GPS Coordinates: 39.622552, -77.468844
Manor Area: located 3 miles south of Thurmont, MD off of Route 15
Manor campground, aviary and shelter: 6709 Cunningham Falls Park Road Thurmont, MD 21788
GPS Coordinates: 39.588905, -77.435545
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