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Seneca Creek State Park

State park · Gaithersburg, Maryland

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Streamflow 1 ft³/s
  • Gage height 0.46 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge LITTLE SENECA CREEK TRIBUTARY NEAR GERMANTOWN, MD (4.1 mi away), as of Oct 20, 2:55 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 01644375, as of Oct 20, 2:55 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is below the 25th percentile for Oct 20 (median 1 ft³/s over 22 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 2:55 AM gauge-local time

No official beach-advisory feed for Maryland yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Cool todayBarbecue grillPicnic tablesPublic restroomVolleyball court

This 6,300 acre park of forest & farmlands offers hunting, fresh water fishing & hiking trails.

Weather at Seneca Creek State Park

46°F, Clear · H 66° / L 44° · 4% chance of rain
H: 66° L: 44°
Clear
Clear
46°
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Feels like 42°
Precipitation
4%
Humidity
58%
Wind
7 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Clear
47°
3 AM
Clear
46°
6 AM
Clear
44°
9 AM
Sunny
50°
12 PM
Sunny
63°
3 PM
Sunny
66°
6 PM
Sunny
57°
9 PM
Clear
50°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Seneca Creek State Park?
Seneca Creek State Park is a state park in Gaithersburg, Maryland.
Can you swim at Seneca Creek State Park?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is Seneca Creek State Park rated?
Seneca Creek State Park in Gaithersburg, Maryland has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 2489 reviews.

Location & Contact

11950 Clopper Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878

Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878

💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

Features & amenities

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🍖 Barbecue grill🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🏪 Slides🏪 Swings🏐 Volleyball court

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Good for kids birthday👶 Kid-friendly hikes👶 Playground
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