Catoctin Mountain Park

Overview

Catoctin Mountain Park is managed by National Park Service and is located near Sabillasville, Maryland. President Franklin D. Roosevelt created programs to give people a chance to rebuild their lives from the Great Depression. The Works Progress Administration and the Civilian Conservation Corps gave this land a second opportunity and through re-growth, a new role as a recreation area.

Things to Do at Catoctin Mountain Park

Camping Opportunities

Catoctin Mountain Park offers 5 campgrounds with various amenities and settings. From developed campgrounds with full facilities to primitive backcountry sites, there are options for every camping style.

Adirondack Shelters

Rating:: 4.6 stars (36 reviews)

Camp Misty Mount

Price:: $75 - $175 per night
Rating:: 4.7 stars (143 reviews)

Camp Round Meadow

Price:: $1000 per night
Rating:: 5.0 stars (1 reviews)

Owens Creek Campground

Price:: $30 per night
Rating:: 4.6 stars (336 reviews)

Poplar Grove Youth Group Campground

Price:: $35 per night
Rating:: 4.3 stars (17 reviews)

Recreation Activities

Popular activities at Catoctin Mountain Park include:

Nearby Activities

Camping
Climbing
Fishing
Hiking
Horseback Riding
Picnicking

Plan Your Visit

Reservation Tips

Catoctin Mountain Park is a popular destination. Campground reservations typically open several months in advance. For peak season visits, book as early as possible. Check individual facility pages for specific booking windows and availability.

Getting There

To reach the visitor center from the east, follow US Route 15 to MD Route 77 and go west about 3 miles. The visitor center is on the right side of the road. From the west, take I 70 to MD 66 at exit 35. Turn left onto MD 66 north and travel about 5 miles, passing through the roundabout. Turn right onto MD 64 and drive 1 mile. Turn right onto MD 77. Drive on MD 77 about 7.5 miles. The visitor center is on the left.

GPS Coordinates: 39.65068457000000, -77.46417665000000

Contact & Resources

Phone: (301) 663-9388

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