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14764 Park Central Road, Thurmont, MD, 21788
National Park ServiceLast Updated: December 31, 2025
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Campground Overview
Introduction
Advanced reservations required. Camp Misty Mount is a cabin rental facility for individuals, families, or small groups. 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. For the 2024 season upgrades to Camp Misty Mount include a renovated swimming pool and bath house, new cots and mattresses, and upgraded electrical systems including new outlets and ceiling fans in each of the guest cabins.
Campsite Details
Operating Hours
Open by reservation May 1 - October 31, 2024
Weather
Summer (June-Aug) average temperature is between 61 and 81 degrees Fahrenheit. Fall (Sep-Nov) average temperature is between 45 and 64 degrees Fahrenheit. Fall foliage is at its peak in mid-October Winter (Dec-Feb) average temperature is between 24 and 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Winter snowfall is between 5-12" per month. Spring (March-May) average temperature is between 41 and 63 degrees Fahrenheit. Average precipitation is approximately 4 inches per month. (Source: usclimatedata.com)
Amenities
Trash & Recycling Collection
Toilets
Showers
Cell Phone Reception
Amphitheater
Staff or Host On-Site
Potable Water
Directions
Camp Misty Mount is located approximately .75 miles from the visitor center on Park Central Road.
Rates & Fees
Cabins for 3, 4 or 6 people
Cabins sleep 3,4 or 6 people on single beds with vinyl covered mattresses. Guests bring their own linens. There is overhead lighting but no electrical outlets, running water or heat. Central restrooms and showers are available.
Lodges Sleep 8 People
Lodges sleep 8 people on single beds with vinyl covered mattresses. Guests bring their own linens. There is overhead lighting but no electrical outlets, running water, or heat. Central restrooms and showers are available.
Cabin 16 Sleeps 6
Cabin 16 sleeps 6 people in 3 different bedrooms on single beds with vinyl covered mattresses. Guests bring their own bedding. There is a small bathroom with a flush toilet and hot shower. There is also a kitchenette with a small refrigerator, microwave and sink in the cabin.
Dining Hall Friday - Saturday
Dining Hall available with minimum rental of 8 cabins. Contact park to reserve. Cost: Friday - Saturday $375 per night.
Dining Hall Sunday - Thursday
Dining Hall available with minimum rental of 8 cabins. Contact park to reserve. Cost: Sunday - Thursday $150 per night
Rules & Regulations
Fire/Stove Policy
Fires may be built in designated fire circles. Firewood is available or dead and down wood may be collected from the ground. Carry-in of firewood is prohibited.Regulations Overview
Pets and alcohol are prohibited. Motor vehicles are permitted in cabin areas strictly for loading and unloading only. Campers must park in designated parking area. Vehicle limit is one per cabin and two per lodge. Check-in is at 3:00 p.m. Check out is at 12:00 p.m. Quiet hours are 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.Accessibility
Wheelchair Access
Cabin 44 and Lodge 42 are wheelchair accessible.
Cell Phone Information
Cell phone service may be limited.
RV Allowed
No
RV Information
This is a cabin camp area. No trailers or RV's are permitted.
RV Maximum Length
0
Trailer Maximum Length
0
ADA Information
Cabin 44 and Lodge 42 are wheelchair accessible. Due to the mountainous terrain at Camp Misty Mount, wheelchair mobility is impeded, except on paved or wooden walkways.
Trailer Allowed
No
Access Roads
Unpaved Roads - All vehicles OK in good weather
Classifications
Developed Campground
Additional Information
Each cabin has an overhead light, fan, and one outlet. They feature single beds with vinyl mattresses. Guests bring their own linens. Outside each cabin is a picnic table and fire ring with cooking grate.
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