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Camp Misty Mount

Campground · National park in Frederick County, Maryland. Run by National Park Service.

29Campsites
1.1 miTo Hunting Creek Lake
20 ftLongest RV site

At a glance

OperatorNational Park Service
Campsites29
Site types29 cabin electric
Longest RV/trailer site20 ft
RVs welcomeNo
Tent sitesNo
Cabins or yurtsYes
Wi-FiNo
SeasonMay-Oct
Phone(301) 271-3140
Websitewww.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/233241
Address14764 Park Central Rd, Thurmont, MD, 21788
ReservationsRecreation.gov

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About Camp Misty Mount

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.

Description: Recreation.gov (U.S. federal government, public domain), shortened.

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Camp Misty Mount is in Frederick County.

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Sources: Recreation.gov (RIDB) · OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). Pulled Oct 12, 2026. Interactive map: Leaflet with © OpenStreetMap contributors. Seasons, rates and rules change; confirm with the campground.