Cunningham Falls State Park derives its name from a scenic 78-foot waterfall, which is the largest cascading waterfall in Maryland. The falls, locally known as McAfee Falls, can be accessed via a short trail from the lake area or a boardwalk from Route 77 that accommodates visitors with mobility impairments. Visitors are not encouraged to climb on the rock faces, which are slippery and hazardous. The falls are located a half-mile from Hunting Creek Lake in the Houck Area via the Falls Trail.

 
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Away Travel Editor: Alistair Wearmouth
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Editor Rating 4.0 out of 5 Recommended for:
Day Hiking
Editor Tips & Helpful Hints
  • The easiest route to the falls is along the half-mile Lower Trail. For more of a challenge, tackle the 0.75-mile Cliff Trail, that ascends sharply onto the Catoctin Trail before dropping down a spur to access the lower section of the falls.
  • Combine a visit to the falls with a day hike along the Falls Nature Trail into Catoctin Mountain Park, or along the Catoctin Trail to overnight at Owens Creek Campground in Catoctin.

Address:
Cunningham Falls State Park
14039 Catoctin Hollow Road
Thurmont, Maryland 21788

Visitor Information


Website: http://www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/western/cunninghamfalls.html
The details, dates, and prices mentioned here were accurate at the time of publication.

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