About Adirondack Shelters
Number of accommodations: 2
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Hiking
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2026 Season availability
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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.
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Reviews (75)
What Guests Are Saying
The shelter and surrounding area were clean, with a delightful morning chorus of bird songs. Reviewers noted that all conditions were as promised, and trails nearby were well marked. It's recommended to bring your own toilet paper for the outhouse.
What Guests Are Saying
The shelter and surrounding area were clean, with a delightful morning chorus of bird songs. Reviewers noted that all conditions were as promised, and trails nearby were well marked. It's recommended to bring your own toilet paper for the outhouse.
Review Summary
Nicholas P
VerifiedJune 6, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Adirondack Shelters
Definitely a 4 mile hike from Camp Round Meadow, not 3. Follow the signs for the shelters and you'll get there no problem. Some poison ivy along the trail so be sure to have your legs covered. The shelters are in great shape. There was some trash in shelter 1's outhouse because some people aren't great. Firewood was piled up by the firepit so we started a fire with that and then collected wood to restock the pile. No shortage of firewood in the area. We were joined by a doe and her fawn in the evening which was nice. Beautiful and peaceful place to camp.
Erin H
VerifiedMay 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Adirondack Shelters
These were a in perfect overnight spot, especially for those seeking an introduction to backpacking. A shelters were clean and having the toilets was a bonus.
Erin H
VerifiedMay 13, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Adirondack Shelters
These were a in perfect overnight spot, especially for those seeking an introduction to backpacking. A shelters were clean and having the toilets was a bonus.
Kiersten F
VerifiedMay 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Adirondack Shelters
Lovely spot in the woods. Pleasantly surprised by the latrine (one for each shelter). Only downside to shelter #2 is the carpenter bees. They didn’t bother us though and were quiet at night. Note that if you’re doing the trail from camp meadow up through Owen creek, gather all your water before the shelter. There is a creek/water way on the map that is not accessible past the shelters (if you were to continue the loop clockwise). I’d love to return!
Kiersten F
VerifiedMay 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 002, Loop: Adirondack Shelters
Lovely spot in the woods. Pleasantly surprised by the latrine (one for each shelter). Only downside to shelter #2 is the carpenter bees. They didn’t bother us though and were quiet at night. Note that if you’re doing the trail from camp meadow up through Owen creek, gather all your water before the shelter. There is a creek/water way on the map that is not accessible past the shelters (if you were to continue the loop clockwise). I’d love to return!
Natalie G
VerifiedApril 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Adirondack Shelters
We were happily surprised by large piles of cut wood and an outhouse. Everything was kept in good condition, and we hope to come back soon.
Natalie G
VerifiedApril 10, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Adirondack Shelters
We were happily surprised by large piles of cut wood and an outhouse. Everything was kept in good condition, and we hope to come back soon.
Al R
VerifiedMarch 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Adirondack Shelters
The site listed it was a 3-mile hike but it was 5, but other than that very nice area that had lots of fire wood
Al R
VerifiedMarch 1, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Adirondack Shelters
The site listed it was a 3-mile hike but it was 5, but other than that very nice area that had lots of fire wood
Andrew O
VerifiedFebruary 27, 2023 • Stayed at: 001, Loop: Adirondack Shelters
Always a great time. Such a convenient getaway. A nice length hike in and a pleasant place to stay. I always enjoy a nice fire and the bright stars at night. Great trip for a quick retreat!
Location Adirondack Shelters
Address:
Catoctin Mountain Park, 6602 Foxville Road
Thurmont, MD, 21788
United States
Directions to the trailhead parking at Camp Round Meadow: From Thurmont MD, take Route 77 west 5 miles (8 km) to Foxville Road. Turn right and follow signs to Camp Round Meadow parking area.
You cannot drive to the shelters. The hike is a minimum of 3 miles (4.8 km).
GPS coordinates for Shelter #1 are 39° 40' 37.8001" N 77° 29' 3.8000" W
Shelter #2 is nearby (visible from) Shelter #1.
Hikers: protect park resources by using the trail system when accessing the shelters or other park features. Obtain trail maps at the park Visitor Center or download them from the Catoctin Mountain Park Hiking web page. Hilly terrain and the forest canopy can prevent satellite signals from reaching your unit increasing the importance of a back-up strategy.
The campground is accessible via Route 77, which connects to Thurmont, MD. No other major roads are mentioned within a meaningful distance.
Latitude & Longitude: 39.6444 / -77.4861
Elevation: 468 feet
Policies & Rules
Cancellation policy
- Reservation fees are non-refundable. For campsites, cabins, lookouts, yurts, group sites, and similar stays, we charge a reservation service fee of $8.
- Standard cancellations usually have a $10 cancellation fee. Customers can generally cancel before the check-in date online.
- Late cancellation rules differ by stay type.
- Individual campsites: cancelling after 12:00am local time the day before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- Cabins, lookouts, and yurts: cancelling less than 14 days before arrival usually means a $10 cancellation fee plus forfeiting the first night's fee.
- One-night reservations: a late cancellation usually forfeits the full amount paid, up to the total original reservation cost.
- Modifications are allowed before the cut-off window, but fees depend on the change. Changing to dates completely outside the original reservation dates may trigger a $10 change fee. Extending or shortening a stay that still includes original dates usually has no change fee, though refunds may depend on timing and facility rules. Switching to the same type of campsite for the same dates usually has no change fee, but price differences are charged or refunded.
- Early departures may or may not be refunded. At certain facilities, partial refunds may be possible if staff can mark the site available for other visitors. No refund is given for a night if the early departure is requested after that day's check-out time.
- Security deposits are separate. Security deposits may be refunded to the original payment method if the facility is left in acceptable condition, as determined by the property.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
