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Howell Run Picnic Area

3
sites
Jun–Oct
best months
  • 3 sites for group campingReservable on Recreation.gov
  • At 1,438 ft
  • Near Elk GardenJennings Randolph Recreation Area

The Howell Run Picnic Area is a day use facility overlooking Jennings Randolph Lake, providing a beautiful backdrop for picnicking, sightseeing and hiking. A nesting pair of bald eagles call Jennings Randolph Lake home. Bring binoculars for the lucky chance to spot a bald eagle.

  • Best time to go · Jun–Oct

    Best time to visit Howell Run Picnic Area

    Best months: June–October. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      36° / 20°

      11 wet

    2. Feb

      39° / 21°

      10 wet

    3. Mar

      48° / 28°

      11 wet

    4. Apr

      61° / 37°

      13 wet

    5. May

      69° / 47°

      14 wet

    6. Jun

      77° / 56°

      12 wet

    7. Jul

      81° / 60°

      11 wet

    8. Aug

      80° / 59°

      10 wet

    9. Sep

      73° / 52°

      9 wet

    10. Oct

      62° / 41°

      9 wet

    11. Nov

      50° / 32°

      9 wet

    12. Dec

      40° / 25°

      11 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Savage Rvr Dam, MD, 6.5 mi away at 1,495 ft. This station doesn't record snowfall. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

Howell Run Picnic Area

3 sites for group camping

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