Howell Run Picnic Area
Closed — Closed for the season. The facility was closed for the 2024 recreation season due to construction. Check with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for 2025 season opening dates.
Cold Weather Advisory issued January 19 at 2:00AM EST until January 20 at 1:00PM EST by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
* WHAT...Very cold wind chills of 10 to 20 below zero expected. * WHERE...In Maryland, Central and Eastern Allegany, Eastern Garrett, Extreme Western Allegany, and Western Garrett Counties. In Virginia, Eastern Highland County. In West Virginia, Eastern Grant, Eastern Mineral, Eastern Pendleton, and Western Mineral Counties. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 1 PM EST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...The cold wind chills could result in hypothermia or frostbite if precautions are not taken. Wind chill values can lead to hypothermia with prolonged exposure. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The coldest wind chills will be at elevations above 2000 feet between midnight tonight and 9 AM Tuesday.
About
Howell Run Picnic Area is a day-use facility situated on the shores of Jennings Randolph Lake in the rugged Allegheny Mountains. The picnic area offers panoramic views of the 952-acre reservoir and provides a scenic setting for outdoor recreation. Visitors can spot bald eagles that nest at the lake, particularly when using binoculars along the shoreline. The area features 26 picnic tables, 13 grills, two covered pavilions, playground equipment, a volleyball court, and horseshoe pits. The Lakeside Trail connects the picnic area to Shaw Beach, offering a three-quarter mile walk through lakeside vegetation. This is a picnic area only and does not offer overnight camping accommodations.
Directions
From Cumberland, Maryland, take US 220 south to US 50 west, then go west to WV 42 north. Continue north to WV 46 east and follow signs to Howell Run Picnic Area.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Robert W Craig 0.6mi
- Big Run State Park Campground 8.9mi
- Wolf Den Run Campground 7.5mi
- Deep Creek Lake State Park Campground 11mi
- New Garmany State Park Campground 15mi
- St. Johns Rock Campground 19mi
- Swallow Falls State Park Campground 17mi
- Mill Run Recreation Area 25mi
- Irons Mountain Hiker-biker Campsite 24mi
Amenities
| Water | Yes |
| Fires Allowed | — |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | — |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $60 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | — |
| Big Rig Friendly | — |
| Pull Through Sites | No |
Contact
| Bill.M.Donnellan@usace.army.mil | |
| Phone | +1 (304) 355-2346 |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | Yes |
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