Adirondack Shelters
6602 Foxville Road, Thurmont, MD, 21788
Last Updated: November 5, 2025
Campground Overview
Reservations Required. No Walk Ins. There are two shelters that offer the bare minimum with regard to outdoor accommodation. Available year-round, the Adirondack Shelters located near the northern most point of the park, provide a destination for true nature immersion and an alternative to drive-up camping. A moderate three-mile uphill hike over rocky and gently rolling terrain starting at Camp Round Meadow will lead you to these three-sided shelters.
Rules
Fire/Stove Policy
Fires in designated areas only.
Regulations Overview
Minimum age for permittees is 18. Alcohol is prohibited. Horses, bicycles or other vehicles may not be taken to the shelter. Pets are prohibited. Fireworks or similar devices are prohibited. All drinking water must be carried in. Dead and down wood may be collected for firewood. Fires are permitted only in fireplace rings provided. Stoves or heaters should not be used in the shelters. Dishes and clothing should not be washed in natural water sources. Dispose of waste water at least 500 feet from the shelter site. All trash, including food scraps, must be carried out. Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. until 6:00 a.m. Length of stay is limited to 7 calendar days or 14 days total in a calendar year.
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