Adirondack Shelters

Catoctin Mountain Park, 6602 Foxville Road, Thurmont, Maryland, United States
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A wooden boardwalk angles through the woods along the Browns Farm Nature Trail
Side view of 3-sided wooden Adirondack shelter surrounded by trees in early spring.
Three-sided wooden Adirondack shelter, 2 wooden benches and fire circle. Surrounded by trees with no leaves.
A tree branch with orange and yellow leaves crosses in front of trunks and green leaves in the background.
Small enclosed wooden pit toilet building. Surrounded by trees in late fall.

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About Adirondack Shelters

The Adirondack Shelters, located near the northern most point of Catoctin Mountain Park, provide a destination for true nature immersion and an alternative to drive-up camping. A moderate three-mile uphill hike over rocky but generally gently rolling terrain leads to the three-sided shelters similar to those found on the Appalachian Trail. Please plan to pack out everything you bring to the site. At Catoctin Mountain Park, the beauty and solitude of nearly 6,000 acres (2428 ha) of mature Eastern Hardwood Forest beckon visitors in need of an escape. 

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This campground is open year round, providing flexibility for your stay.

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⛺ 001, Loop: Adirondack Shelters Tent
Campfire · Full shade
⛺ 002, Loop: Adirondack Shelters Tent
Campfire · Full shade

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The Adirondack Shelters are exactly as advertised, offering a peaceful experience with clean facilities and plenty of parking. The site features a nearby creek for water access and well-marked trails for exploration, though some uphill hiking sections may be challenging. Visitors appreciate the privacy and the serene ambiance, highlighted by a delightful morning chorus of birds.

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John F

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September 27, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: Adirondack Shelters

Excellent backcountry-like camping. Clean and well-maintained. Each shelter has its own pit toilet. Plenty of downed wood nearby for firewood. Had cell reception/mobile data with Verizon.

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John F

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September 27, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: Adirondack Shelters

Excellent backcountry-like camping. Clean and well-maintained. Each shelter has its own pit toilet. Plenty of downed wood nearby for firewood. Had cell reception/mobile data with Verizon.

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Rodney L

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January 25, 2020 Stayed at: 002, Loop: Adirondack Shelters

A great place to get away from everything! And you will literally be away from everything so be sure to pack whatever you will need. lol

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Rodney L

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January 25, 2020 Stayed at: 002, Loop: Adirondack Shelters

A great place to get away from everything! And you will literally be away from everything so be sure to pack whatever you will need. lol

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Erin H

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January 21, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: Adirondack Shelters

Shelters were very clean, locations were well-marked, there was even had some spare toilet paper to use (although I'm sure this doesn't happen every time).

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Erin H

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January 21, 2020 Stayed at: 001, Loop: Adirondack Shelters

Shelters were very clean, locations were well-marked, there was even had some spare toilet paper to use (although I'm sure this doesn't happen every time).

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Will F

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January 16, 2020 Stayed at: 002, Loop: Adirondack Shelters

Love being out in the woods at these shelters. Water is near by. Beautiful area and its kept pretty clean. Finding downed trees/limbs for a fire can be a bit challenging but that can also be part of the experience.

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Will F

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January 16, 2020 Stayed at: 002, Loop: Adirondack Shelters

Love being out in the woods at these shelters. Water is near by. Beautiful area and its kept pretty clean. Finding downed trees/limbs for a fire can be a bit challenging but that can also be part of the experience.

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Location & Directions for Adirondack Shelters

Catoctin Mountain Park, 6602 Foxville Road, Thurmont, MD 21788 United States

Elevation: 468 ft

Getting There

Directions to the trailhead parking at Camp Round Meadow: From Thurmont MD, take Route 77 west 5 mi (5 mi) 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...

Nearest town

Thurmont, MD - 6.8 mi

About 13 min to downtown

Highway access

The campground is accessible via Route 77, which connects to Thurmont, MD. No other major roads are mentioned within a meaningful distance.

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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