MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES MARYLAND PARK SERVICE

 Cunningham Falls State Park

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Trout fishing at Cunningham Falls State ParkFishing


Cunningham Falls State Park has several opportunities for fishing. A Maryland Freshwater Sport Fishing License is required for all anglers 16 years and older. Be sure to consult the Maryland Freshwater Sportfishing Guide for fishing seasons and size regulations prior to your fishing trip.

Hunting Creek Lake is a put and take trout area. An accessible fishing pier is located off of Catoctin Hollow Road next to the boat ramp. Fishermen can also fish for bass, bluegills, sunfish, crappie and catfish.

Big Hunting Creek along MD Route 77, as well as its tributaries within Cunningham Falls State Park, is a catch and release trout stream limited to artificial fly fishing only. Use of conventional fly fishing tackle and artificial flies must be used.

Little Hunting Creek in the Manor Area is a catch and release trout stream limited to the use of artificial lures and flies only. Spinning gear may be used.

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