28 of 29 campsites have Min Number Of Vehicles

2 of 29 campsites have Accessible Occupant Message

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 16

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 16 Entrance Way

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 16 Outside

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 16 Kitchenette with Mini Fridge and Microwave

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 16 Bedroom with 2 Beds

Cabin 16

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 18

Cabin 18

Camp Misty Mount Lower Loop Cabins and Trees

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 20

Cabin 20

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 25

Cabin 25

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 26

Cabin 26

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 27

Cabin 27

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 28 side angle

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 28

Cabin 28

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 29

Cabin 29

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 30

Cabin 30

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 31

Cabin 31

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 34

Cabin 34

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 35

Cabin 35

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 36

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 37

Cabin 36

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 37 side view

Cabin 37

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 38 front

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 38

Cabin 38

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 39

Cabin 39

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 40

Cabin 40

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 41

Cabin 41

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 44 front view

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 44

Cabin 44

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 45

Cabin 45

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 46

Cabin 46

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 47

Cabin 47

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 48

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 48, shows picnic table and fire ring

Cabin 48

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 49

Cabin 49

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 50

Cabin 50

Camp Misty Mount Cabin 51

Cabin 51

Camp Misty Mount Lodge 23

Camp Misty Mount Lodge 23 Back Porch

Lodge 23

Camp Misty Mount Lodge 32

Camp Misty Mount Lodge 32 Front Porch

Lodge 32

Camp Misty Mount Lodge 42 back porch

Camp Misty Mount Lodge 42

Lodge 42

Close, ground level view of an Eastern box turtle.  American chestnut cabin and trees in the background.

American chestnut log cabin, picnic table and fire ring surrounded by deciduous trees

Large fire ring with in-ground wooden benches set in a circular pattern.  Dense trees surround the fire ring.

American chestnut log cabin #16 with two picnic tables and outdoor grill/firepit surrounded by trees.

Narrow gravel road surrounded by deciduous trees.

American chestnut lodge #23 with two picnic tables, and outdoor grill/firepit surrounded by trees.

Camp Misty Mount fenced, outdoor swimming pool with chair lift and entry ramp.

Interior of American chestnut log cabin.  Wooden floor, 3 metal cots with vinyl covered mattresses.

Camp Misty Mount Office. American chestnut log cabin surrounded by deciduous trees.

A illustrative map of the Camp Misty Mount.

Two American chestnut log cabins. Surrounding trees show colorful fall foliage.  Dead leaves cover the ground.

Three sided wooden shed filled with firewood. A metal fee collection box and metal wagon are next to the shed.

Winter, black and white photo of Camp Misty Mount office circa 1950's and summer photo of camp office today.

Outdoor wooden sign on road with NPS Arrowhead. Sign labeled Misty Mount with an arrow symbol.

Camp Misty Mount in Fall, American toad next to an acorn, in the background a cabin out of focus.

Interior of lodge. 2 square tables and 4 benches.  8 single metal cots with vinyl covered mattresses.

Morning sun shines through the hardwood forest in Camp Misty Mount.

Interior of cabin from front door.  Wooden floor with 4 metal cots and vinyl covered mattresses.

Camp Misty Mount

<h2>Overview</h2>
<p>View our <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e9p3bNI6DSk" rel="nofollow">Mounty Mount: A Hidden Gem</a>   video (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oh4dN0P6feU" rel="nofollow">Audio described version</a> ).</p>
<p>Camp Misty Mount brings together small groups, families and individuals for rustic mountain cabin camping in the Catoctin Mountains of Maryland. The historic stone and wood cabins were built in 1937 as part of a federal program during the Great Depression. The cabins provided outdoor recreational opporunties for nearby urban areas, and over 80 years later you can still enjoy the outdoor opportunities provided by Misty Mount! </p>
<h2>Recreation</h2>
<p>Misty Mount offers a number of nearby recreation opportunities.<br>The trailhead to Catoctin Mountain Park's trail system at Wolf Rock is a short walk from the camp. Catoctin has over 25 miles of trails with stunning overlooks.  Wildlife watching, bouldering, rock climbing and fly fishing are popular activities along with hiking and camping. <br>Kids and adults enjoy the camp's swimming pool, open from late May through September.</p>
<h2>Facilities</h2>
<p>Camp Misty Mount is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.  The National Register is the United States federal government's official list of districts, sites, building, structures and objects deemed worthy of preservation for their historic significance. 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 late May through early September.  </p>
<p>Help us preserve the cultural and historic resources of the campground. Please do not attach items to the trees or cabins. Do not put up canopies. Heat sources are prohibited inside all cabins and lodges.</p>
<p><br>A dining hall and commercial kitchen are available for group rental only.  In order to reserve this facility groups must reserve at least 8 cabins.  The dining hall/ kitchen facility does not have restrooms or parking.  Please contact the Camp Manager for details at CATO_Camp_Manager@nps.gov. </p>
<p><strong>Questions about the facility should be directed to the camp office: 1-301-271-3140</strong></p>
<h2>Natural Features</h2>
<p>Camp Misty Mount is surrounded by Eastern decidious 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.</p>

<h2>Nearby Attractions</h2>
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.<h2>Charges &amp; Cancellations</h2>
 Changes and Cancellations
A $10.00 service fee will apply if you change or cancel your reservation. Late cancellations are subject to additional fees.

View our Mounty Mount: A Hidden Gem video ( Audio described version ).

CAMP MISTY MOUNT - CABIN 20

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