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Site Shelter 002 — Howell Run Picnic Area

Howell Run Picnic Area · Maryland · Loop Howell Run Picnic Area

Campsite Shelter 002 at Howell Run Picnic Area in Maryland. GROUP SHELTER NONELECTRIC site. No utility hookups. Maximum 30 people per site. Reservable in advance on Recreation.gov.

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39.41719, -79.12278

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Equipment & Vehicle Limits

Important sizing constraints for your RV, trailer, or tent setup.

Max Vehicle Length: 20
Max Num of Vehicles: 20
Driveway Surface: Paved

Capacity & Rules

Max Num of People: 30
Pets Allowed: Yes

Site Features

Picnic Table: Y
Shade: Full

How Site Shelter 002 Compares

One of 3 sites at Howell Run Picnic Area — 3 of them in the Howell Run Picnic Area loop.
ADA accessible — one of only 1 accessible sites at this campground.

Other sites in the Howell Run Picnic Area loop

Site Shelter 001GROUP SHELTER NONELECTRIC · Reservable Site GazeboGROUP SHELTER NONELECTRIC · Reservable

Photos from Howell Run Picnic Area

Recreation.gov photos of the campground. Specific site appearance may differ — these show the surrounding area and amenities.

Booking Tips for Site Shelter 002

Reservation window: Recreation.gov releases bookings up to 6 months ahead — popular sites go in minutes
Best time to book: 8am local time on the day the window opens
Cancellation: Recreation.gov refund policies apply — check before booking
Quiet hours: typically 10pm–6am in federal campgrounds
Check-in/out: 7:30 AM / 7:30 PM
Pets: allowed (keep on a 6ft leash, never leave unattended)
Leave No Trace: pack out all trash, including food scraps

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I reserve campsite Shelter 002?

Yes — this site is reservable via Recreation.gov. Reservations open up to 6 months in advance and popular sites go fast.

How many people can stay at site Shelter 002?

Maximum occupancy is 30 people and 20 vehicles.

What size RV fits at site Shelter 002?

Max vehicle length is 20 ft.

What hookups does site Shelter 002 have?

This is a dry site — no electric, water, or sewer hookups.

Are pets allowed at site Shelter 002?

Yes — pets are allowed. Keep on a 6 ft leash and follow campground rules; some areas require additional restrictions.

Is site Shelter 002 ADA accessible?

Yes — this site is marked as ADA accessible. Check Recreation.gov for specific accessibility features.

What are the check-in / check-out times?

Check-in: 7:30 AM. Check-out: 7:30 PM.