Licking Creek Campsite campground
Licking Creek Campsite
The campsite is conveniently located near several points of interest, including the historic Cunningham Falls State Park, which features hiking trails and a stunning waterfall. The park is also home to the popular Catoctin Wildlife Preserve and Zoo, which provides a unique chance to observe exotic animals up close.
The Licking Creek Campsite offers many amenities to make camping comfortable and enjoyable, including picnic tables, fire rings, and access to drinking water and restrooms. The campsite is also equipped with several hiking trails, including the Licking Creek Trail, which offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains and forests.
One interesting fact about the area is that it was once a hub for iron mining and production, with several historic iron furnaces still standing today. Visitors can learn about the area's industrial past at the nearby Catoctin Furnace Historic Site.
The best time of year to visit the Licking Creek Campsite is during the fall months, when temperatures are mild and the surrounding forests are ablaze with vibrant autumn colors. Average temperatures during this time of year range from the mid-50s to mid-70s Fahrenheit.
Overall, the Licking Creek Campsite offers a peaceful and scenic camping experience in the heart of Maryland's Catoctin Mountain Park.
What's on-site at Licking Creek Campsite
Key facilities Snoflo tracks for this campground. Confirm with the operator before booking -- amenities can change seasonally.
Plan your trip down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max so trends jump out at a glance.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks. Hover any point for the full breakdown.
Other campgrounds in the area
Snoflo-tracked campsites within driving distance of Licking Creek Campsite, with reservations status.
| Campground | Reservations | Toilets | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Licking Creek Hiker Biker Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Fort Frederick State Park | ✓ | ✗ | → |
| Little Pool Hiker Biker Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Little Pool Campsite | ✗ | ✗ | → |
| Mccoys Ferry - C And O Canal National Park | ✗ | ✗ | → |
Nearby streamflow
USGS streamgauges within reach of Licking Creek Campsite -- pulled live from the National Water Information System.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Potomac River At Hancock | 1,010 cfs | → |
| Back Creek Near Jones Springs | 23 cfs | → |
| Conococheague Creek At Fairview | 214 cfs | → |
| Tuscarora Creek Above Martinsburg | 3 cfs | → |
| Cacapon River Near Great Cacapon | 126 cfs | → |
| Sideling Hill Creek Near Bellegrove | 17 cfs | → |
Nearby snow depths
NRCS SNOTEL stations within reach of Licking Creek Campsite -- relevant when planning a shoulder-season or alpine trip.
| SNOTEL station | Snowpack | 24h Snowfall | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hagerstown 4.1 Nnw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Cacapon St Park | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hagerstown 1.0 Ene | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Hagerstown 1e Coop | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Bunker Hill 1.5 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
| Everett 3.4 Sw | 0.0 in | 0.0 in | → |
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, lakes, boat launches, and paddle runs so a camping night can grow into a full weekend.
Parks
- Fort Frederick State Park
- State Game Lands 124
- State Game Lands 128
- Yankauer Preserve
- State Game Lands 053
- Buchanan's Birthplace State Park
Boat launches
- Chesapeake And Ohio Canal Trail Washington County
- Starliper Road Washington County
- Blairs Valley Lake
- Chesapeake And Ohio Canal Trail Hancock
- Sleepy Creek Road Berkeley County
- Berkeley County
Fishing spots
- Blairs Valley Lake
- Chesapeake And Ohio Canal
- Sideling Hill Creek Put And Take Area
- Potomac River Reservoir
- Fifteenmile Creek
- Orchard Pond
Camping essentials & Leave No Trace
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you to keep campsites clean and protect wildlife.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe animals from a distance, store food securely, and never feed wildlife to maintain natural behavior and safety.
- Know before you go
- Check weather, fire restrictions, trail conditions, and permit requirements to ensure a safe and well-planned trip.
- Minimize campfire impact
- Use established fire rings, keep fires small, fully extinguish them, or opt for a camp stove when fires are restricted.
- Leave what you find
- Preserve natural and cultural features by avoiding removal of plants, rocks, artifacts, or other elements of the environment.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Licking Creek Campsite as a favorite, set a custom threshold (precipitation, snowpack, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Licking Creek Campsite
Can I make reservations at Licking Creek Campsite?
This campground does not appear to accept reservations -- it's typically first-come, first-served. Arrive early on summer weekends.
How fresh is the weather data on this page?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from the NOAA / yr.no public feeds. Streamflow data is pulled live from USGS streamgauges and snowpack from the NRCS SNOTEL network.
What's the best time of year to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to plan -- pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation. For longer trips, the 5-day hourly meteogram shows snow + rain accumulation hour-by-hour.
How do I get to Licking Creek Campsite?
Tap Directions in the hero above to open driving directions in Google Maps, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the campground.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed through the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this campground, set a threshold (temperature, snowpack, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other campgrounds near here
Snoflo-tracked campgrounds within driving distance of Licking Creek Campsite.