Overview

This historic cabin camp was completed in 1937 by the Works Progress Administration. The camp is surrounded by hardwood forests on the slopes of Catoctin Mountain Park. Learn more in our video Misty Mount: A Hidden Gem (or the audio described version)

Facilities

These rustic American chestnut cabins can accommodate three to eight people. They have interior and exterior lighting, metal cots with vinyl mattresses, waste and recycle bins and broom. The (3) lodges and cabin 16 have a table and bench seating. The exterior of each cabin site has a picnic table, and fire ring/grill. Firewood is available in woodsheds located in the lower loop and near the host cabin. Centrally located comfort stations include hot showers, flush toilets and sinks.  Lower loop has the women's facilities, middle loop has the men's facility, and the upper loop has both men's and women's facilities. Three dishwashing stations are located throughout the camp. Water from the dishwashing stations is potable. The swimming pool is available late May through early September.  

A dining hall and commercial kitchen are available for group rental only. In order to reserve this facility groups must reserve at least 8 cabins. The dining hall/ kitchen facility does not have restrooms or parking.

Camp Misty Mount is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Questions about the facility should be directed to the Camp Manager by email to CATO_Camp_Manager@nps.gov or by calling 1-301-271-3140.

Natural Features

Camp Misty Mount is surrounded by Eastern deciduous hardwood forests on the slopes of Catoctin Mountain Park. The region is part of the Blue Ridge Province and offers access to scenic mountain views and clear streams.

Recreation

Misty Mount offers a number of nearby recreation opportunities. The trailhead to Catoctin Mountain Park's trail system at Wolf Rock is a short walk from the camp. Catoctin has over 25 miles (40 km) of trails with stunning overlooks. Wildlife watching, bouldering, rock climbing and fly fishing are popular activities along with hiking and camping. Kids and adults enjoy the camp's swimming pool, open from late May through September.

Nearby Attractions

Important Notices

• Reservations Required. Book reservations up to 6 months in advance. Walk-in reservations are not available. You may reserve the entire Camp Misty Mount (29 cabins). The campground capacity is 127 people

• Parking. No parking or vehicles are allowed in cabin areas with the exception of initial unloading and final departure loading. Vehicles will be permitted in cabin areas for persons with a disability or otherwise limited physical mobility.

• Check-In: Check in time is 3:00 p.m. Upon arrival, reservation holders should park at the camp office. During duty hours staff will check-in guests, after hours check-ins are completed at the camp office, staff will leave information outside to assist late arrivals.

  Check-Out: Check out time is 12:00 noon. Guests are responsible for cleaning up the cabin interior and exterior prior to departure. Check-out and cleanup instructions will be posted inside each cabin. Please follow the clean-up/check-out instructions posted inside your cabin.

• Bring All Gear. Visitors must bring their own bedding, cookware, food storage, water containers and first-aid supplies.

• Other restrictions. No pets, alcohol, weapons or hunting is allowed. Do not attach items to the trees or cabins. Do not put up canopies. Heat sources are prohibited inside all cabins and lodges.

• Sleeping is restricted to the cabins. The number of occupants in each cabin shall not exceed the number of beds. Tents, canopies, or temporary screen structures are not permitted.

• Clean-up. Guests are responsible for cleaning up the cabin interior and exterior prior to departure. Check-out instructions will be posted inside each cabin.

• Cellular service: Cell service may be limited or not available depending on your provider. Cellular towers in the park are serviced by Verizon and AT&T.

Notifications and Alerts

• Camp Misty Mount does not accept walk in reservations. Reservations must be made online or by calling the call center. Reservations for Camp Misty Mount are not processed within the Park.

Available Activities

• Interpretive Programs - Interpretive Programs
• Camping - Camping
• Historic & Cultural Site - Historic & Cultural Site
• Climbing - Climbing

Directions

<p>The street address for GPS use is 14799 Park Central Road, Thurmont, MD.</p><ul><li><p><strong>From Washington DC:</strong> take the George Washington Memorial Parkway north to I-495 onto I-270 north 27 miles (43.5 km) to Frederick, MD. Take Route 15 for 17 miles (27 km) north to Thurmont, MD. Take Route 77 West, the exit sign is marked Catoctin Mountain Park. Travel approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) west on Route 77 and turn right onto Park Central Road. Pass the Visitor Center and continue 7/10 of a mile (1 km) and turn left into Camp Misty Mount.</p></li><li><p><strong>From Gettysburg, PA</strong>: take Route 15 South. In Thurmont, MD, exit onto Route 77 West (the exit sign says Catoctin Mountain Park). Travel approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) west on Route 77 and turn right onto Park Central Road. Pass the Visitor Center and continue 7/10 of a mile (1 km) and turn left into Camp Misty Mount.</p></li></ul>

Cancellation Policy

Changes and Cancellations A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees.

Contact Information

Phone: 301-271-3140

Rental Options

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