Catoctin Mountain Park • Maryland

Rock formation with mountains in the background

A stone and wood building with plants and flowers in front

A slender-bodied, red salamander with black spots across its body.

A fast flowing stream cutting through a green forest.

A log cabin in the woods

A large angular boulder that resembles the shape of a wolf.

A rocky outcrop nestled amongst trees overlooking a valley.

Multiple bright sun rays shining through a forest with log cabins.

Two riders, on horseback, walking through a forested trail.

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.

A challenging hike leads to Chimney Rock, the most popular vista in the park.
NPS Photo/Peggie Gaul

First time visitors should begin their park experience at the visitor center.
NPS Photo/Peggie Gaul

Life is abundant at Catoctin Mountain Park, and habitat is plentiful for many salamander species.
NPS Photo/Thomas Zygmunt

Winding its way through the ridge, Big Hunting Creek is a popular fly fishing destination.
NPS Photo/John Zuke

Visitors can stay overnight in one of the historic Misty Mount cabins.
NPS Photo

At the end of a boulder field the size of a football field, stands Wolf Rock. Do you see the wolf?
NPS Photo / John Zuke

Blue Ridge Summit offers hikers a view northward into Pennsylvania.
NPS Photo/John Zuke

Natural beauty envelopes the mountainside throughout the day.
NPS Photo/Thomas Zygmunt

The west side of the park is a popular trail riding destination.
NPS Photo/John Zuke

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Adventure awaits at Catoctin Mountain Park! Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, this park is the perfect getaway. Hike a trail, enjoy an epic view, and sleep under the stars.

Stone and wood structure with park sign in front.

Visitors are encouraged to begin their visit at the visitor center where maps and restrooms are available.

Trailhead sign and a wooden bench

The park maintains 25 miles of hiking trails with difficulty ratings between easy and strenuous.

A wooden cabin in the woods

You can rent a historic wooden cabin or camp under the stars.

Image of children hiking on a trail

Hike a trail! Become a Junior Ranger! Explore the Discovery Room! Find out about the fun activities you can do at Catoctin Mountain Park!

Learn about how the park is managing a resilient forest.

Learn about how the park is managing a resilient forest.

Image of Stream through the park

This document contains regulations that must be followed at Catoctin Mountain Park.

Parking area sign with directional arrow pointing into parking area.

Check out the locations of the various parking lots to prepare for your visit.

Last updated: June 5, 2024

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Mailing Address:

6602 Foxville Road
Thurmont, MD 21788

Phone:

301 663-9388

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