Catoctin Mountain Park
6602 Foxville Road
Thurmont MD 21788-1598, 301-663-9388
Special Topics: Invention/Industry � Mountains � Wildflowers �
Recreation Activities: Camping � Climbing � Educational Programs �
Fishing � Hiking � Horseback Riding � Wildlife Viewing
Camping Areas
Camp Misty Mount
Open From April to October
Phone 301-271-3140
Details
Enjoy rustic cabin camping at historic Camp Misty Mount. The Works Progress
Administration completed construction of the 30-acre camp in 1937. The cabins
were constructed in the "rustic architecture" style using local materials,
specifically American Chestnut. Originally designed as an organized camp for use
by groups, Misty Mount today is available for rent to both individuals and
groups. Cabins are equipped with single metal cots with mattresses. Flush
toilets and hot showers are centrally located. Each cabin has a picnic table,
grill and fire circle.
Owens Creek Campground
Open From April to November
Phone 301-663-9388
Details
Sites available on a first come, first served basis. $20.00 per night site fee.
Five people or the immediate household per site. Each of the 51 wooded sites is
equipped with a picnic table, grill, lantern post and tent pad. While there are
no hook-ups, flush toilets are provided in each of the 2 comfort stations, 1 of
which has hot showers. Maximum tent size is 9'x12'. Multiple tents are permitted
but must fit on the 9'x12'tent pad, and must not exceed 108 square feet per
site. Towed trailers up to 22' in length and motor homes of any size are
accepted. Pets are permitted on leash.
Poplar Grove Youth Group Tent Camping Area
Open From May to February
Reservations Online or by Phone at 1-800-365-CAMP
Phone (301) 663-9388
Details
Poplar Grove is open to adult supervised organized youth groups whose members
are under age 18. There are 3 sites within Poplar Grove. Each site accommodates
up to 25 people. Groups share pit toilets, water, and a pavilion. Each site has
picnic tables, grills, and a fire circle. Groups provide all personal
convenience items including toilet paper, and are responsible for their own
trash removal. Reservations are required.
Lodging Options
Camp Greentop
Open From April through Mid June and August through October
Phone (301) 663-9330
Details
Camp Greentop can accommodate 140 people and is set up in units of cabins. There
are lights in each cabin, but there are no electric outlets. Cots and mattresses
are provided. Sleeping cabins are not heated! There is one latrine to each unit.
Each latrine has 3 flush toilets and 3 showers with hot and cold water. The
central shower house has 12 showers and 5 flush toilets. Campers bring all gear
including food, utensils, cookware, detergents, toilet paper and toilet
articles, bedding, etc. Groups do their own cooking in the Dining Hall. The only
fireplaces that may be used are in the Dining Hall and the Recreation Hall, all
others are prohibited from use. It is the responsiblity of the group using the
facility to see that the camp is left in a clean and orderly condition. There is
a field area available for recreation, sports, etc. There is one swimming pool
at the camp however, it is NOT available to weekend groups. Application forms
may be obtained by writing to Catoctin Mountain Park, 6602 Foxville Road,
Thurmont, MD 21788-1598, or by calling the Administration Office at (301)
663-9330. For price information and application dates, please refer to our
expanded web page at: http://www.nps.gov.cato/recr/greentop.htm
Camp Round Meadow
Open All Year
Phone (301) 663-9330
Details
Camp Round Meadow accommodates a maximum of 120 people. At no time may this
limit be exceeded. There are 4 dormitories, each sleeping 30 people. Cots and
mattresses are provided. Campers bring all gear including detergents, toilet
paper and toilet articles, bedding, etc. The dormitory bathrooms have electric
outlets. Personal care appliances are permitted in the bathrooms, but not in the
dorms. Each lavatory in the dormitories has 2 showers and 2 flush toilets. All
have hot and cold water. A kitchen and dining hall is available for use be
groups for an additional fee. Groups bring all dishes, utensils, cookware and
supplies. Preparation of food by groups is permitted or groups may utilize
near-by caterers. There is a small outside court with a tennis net, volleyball
net, and basketball backboards. There is an outside fire circle near the court.
A small grassy area near a dorm provides limited area for frisbee and other lawn
games, excluding lawn darts and horseshoes. A gym and conference room is
available for an addition fee. Application forms may be obtained by writing
Catoctin Mountain Park, 6602 Foxville Road, Thurmont, MD 21788-1598, or by
calling the Administration Office at (301) 663-9330. Visit our web site for more
information, fee schedule, and application dates:
http://www.nps.gov/cato/recr/roundmea.htm
Additional Information
Getting Around
Since there is no public transportation to or within Catoctin Mountain Park, a
vehicle is necessary. Most of the hiking trails are accessed from the park
Visitor Center.
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