Cunningham Falls State Park is a lovely state park near the city of Thurmont, best known as the home of its namesake falls, Maryland's largest cascading waterfall. The park is one of several protected park areas on the face of Catoctin Mountain, along with neighboring Catoctin Mountain Park and Frederick Municipal Forest.
Abandoned pioneer-era structures and natural wonders can be seen preserved throughout the park, including an abandoned iron mine and the ruins of the third Catoctin Iron Furnace, operated throughout the mid-19th century by Jacob Kinkel.
A 43-acre manmade lake offers opportunities for swimming, boating, and fishing throughout the year, while Big Hunting Creek serves as one of Maryland's premiere trout fishing destinations.
Other recreational opportunities include chances for hiking, hunting, and camping throughout the year.
14039 Catoctin Hollow Rd, Thurmont, Maryland 21788, Phone: 301-271-7574