National Park Service · Catoctin Mountain Park · MD

Camp Misty Mount

Close, ground level view of an Eastern box turtle.  American chestnut cabin and trees in the background.Photo · NPS/Amanda DuPrey-Hicks
Not publishedStatus
ReservableAccess
29Sites
20 ftMax rig

The place

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 ) Individual rustic, historic cabins can be rented for overnight family enjoyment. 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. Keep reading

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 Memorial Day through Labor Day. 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 from Memorial Day to Labor Day. The dining hall with a commercial kitchen is available for group rentals only. In order to reserve it, groups must reserve at least 7 cabins. The dining hall/ kitchen facility does not have its own designated restrooms or parking. Reservations for the dining hall must be made by contacting the Camp Manager at CATO_CampManager@nps.gov. Camp Misty Mount is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Additional questions about the facility should be directed to the Camp Manager via email at CATO_CampManager@nps.gov or by calling 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. Contact Info For facility specific information, please call (301) 663-9388. Nearby Attractions Interconnected hiking trails can be reached from Misty Mount on the Wolf Rock Trail, or by driving within a mile of the camp. Try the Hog Rock Trail or the Thurmont Vista Trail for phenomenal views of the valleys below. Visitors can hike to Cunningham Falls, the tallest waterfall in Maryland, from the Visitor Center.

The sites · 29

LoopSiteTypeMax rigElectricADA
CAMP MISTY MOUNTCabin 18cabin electric20 ft
CAMP MISTY MOUNTCabin 20cabin electric20 ft
LowerCabin 25cabin electric20 ft
LowerCabin 26cabin electric20 ft
LowerCabin 27cabin electric20 ft
LowerCabin 28cabin electric20 ft
LowerCabin 29cabin electric20 ft
LowerCabin 30cabin electric20 ft
LowerCabin 31cabin electric20 ft
LowerLodge 23cabin electric20 ft
MiddleCabin 16cabin electric20 ft
MiddleCabin 34cabin electric20 ft
MiddleCabin 35cabin electric20 ft
MiddleCabin 36cabin electric20 ft
MiddleCabin 37cabin electric20 ft
MiddleCabin 38cabin electric20 ft
MiddleCabin 39cabin electric20 ft
MiddleCabin 40cabin electric20 ft
MiddleCabin 41cabin electric20 ft
MiddleLodge 32cabin electric20 ft
UpperCabin 44cabin electric20 ftyes
UpperCabin 45cabin electric20 ft
UpperCabin 46cabin electric20 ft
UpperCabin 47cabin electric20 ft
UpperCabin 48cabin electric20 ft
UpperCabin 49cabin electric20 ft
UpperCabin 50cabin electric20 ft
UpperCabin 51cabin electric20 ft
UpperLodge 42cabin electric20 ftyes

Booking

183 daysBooking window before arrival

Recreation.gov default: most campsites can be booked six months prior to arrival date. Most campgrounds go on sale at 7am PT / 8am MT / 10am ET, but not always; check the facility Seasons and Fees tab. Some locations also offer shorter supplemental booking windows.

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