Cunningham Falls State Park, Thurmont, MD

 Located in Thurmont, Maryland, Cunningham Falls State Park is a really nice park to spend the day. If you want a short hike, you can park and walk roughly a mile and get to the scenic falls. They also offer longer hikes up to 7.5 miles if you want a more intense challenge. Additionally, if you do not feel like walking to the falls or taking a long hike, you can also park and hang out by the lake.

The lake offers a large beach area which has lifeguards on duty at specific hours. There is a roped off section for swimming which is great for the kids, and they can also build sand castles on the shore. Additionally, there is great boating, and fishing options for those looking for other recreational opportunities. We also really appreciated the nice picnic benches and the clean bathrooms that were right near the lake. Overall, this was a really enjoyable place to hike, and we would go back again in the future.

Website: https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/pages/western/cunningham.aspx

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