Warning

General

Camp Misty Mount does not accept walk in reservations. Reservations must be made online or by calling the call center. Reservations for Camp Misty Mount are not processed within the Park.

A log cabin nestled among trees at Camp Misty Mount
Outdoor wooden sign on road with NPS Arrowhead. Sign labeled Misty Mount with an arrow symbol.
The fenced, outdoor swimming pool at Camp Misty Mount is a big hit during hot summer days
Interior of cabin from front door.  Wooden floor with 4 metal cots and blue vinyl covered mattresses.
Outdoor wooden sign labeled "Misty Mount" with an arrow symbol.

Featured amenities

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Available sites

29 total sites

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)

Activities & Attractions

Nearby

Hiking

Hiking

Year-round

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

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Closed periods
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Currently open - May 1 to Nov 1

Campground Amenities

Most popular amenities

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Water and Hygiene

Water and Hygiene

  • Potable Water
  • Showers
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Rates, Sites & Availability

Select check-in and check-out dates to see real-time availability for each site.

29 Sites Available

Site
Price
🏠 Cabin 16, Loop: Middle Cabin
6 guests
🏠 Cabin 18, Loop: CAMP MISTY MOUNT Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 20, Loop: CAMP MISTY MOUNT Cabin
6 guests
🏠 Cabin 25, Loop: Lower Cabin
3 guests
🏠 Cabin 26, Loop: Lower Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 27, Loop: Lower Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 28, Loop: Lower Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 29, Loop: Lower Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 30, Loop: Lower Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 31, Loop: Lower Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 34, Loop: Middle Cabin
3 guests
🏠 Cabin 35, Loop: Middle Cabin
3 guests
🏠 Cabin 36, Loop: Middle Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 37, Loop: Middle Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 38, Loop: Middle Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 39, Loop: Middle Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 40, Loop: Middle Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 41, Loop: Middle Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 44, Loop: Upper Cabin
3 guests
🏠 Cabin 45, Loop: Upper Cabin
3 guests
🏠 Cabin 46, Loop: Upper Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 47, Loop: Upper Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 48, Loop: Upper Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 49, Loop: Upper Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 50, Loop: Upper Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Cabin 51, Loop: Upper Cabin
4 guests
🏠 Lodge 23, Loop: Lower Cabin
8 guests
🏠 Lodge 32, Loop: Middle Cabin
8 guests
🏠 Lodge 42, Loop: Upper Cabin
8 guests

Reviews (173)

What Guests Are Saying

Camp Misty Mount offers a wonderful getaway with spacious, clean cabins and a beautiful natural setting. Guests appreciate the friendly staff, well-maintained facilities, and enjoyable amenities like the heated pool and hiking trails. While there are some concerns regarding noise and accessibility, the overall experience is highly recommended for families and groups looking for a relaxing camping experience.

Review Summary

4.7
173 reviews
5
79.2%
137
4
12.7%
22
3
4.6%
8
2
2.3%
4
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Ryan S

Verified

October 31, 2022 • Stayed at: Cabin 37, Loop: Middle

5

Great peaceful get away with beautiful surroundings and great walking/hiking trails.

John E

Verified

October 31, 2022 • Stayed at: Cabin 37, Loop: Middle

5

Cabins were grea, check-in simple and smooth, and a great place to visit.

Kyle R

Verified

October 30, 2022 • Stayed at: Cabin 34, Loop: Middle

5

Cabins were great. The Rangers were amazing. Beautiful and relaxing weekend.

Amy F

Verified

October 30, 2022 • Stayed at: Lodge 23, Loop: Lower

5

Lovely campgrounds. Clean and well-lit bathrooms and showers. Some phone reception. A quick ride into town if you forget something. Lots of scenic trails. Rangers were helpful when I locked myself out of my car.

Jeanne F

Verified

October 30, 2022 • Stayed at: Cabin 29, Loop: Lower

5

Had a lovely time! Cabins are spacious and clean. Bathrooms are convenient and well maintained. Rangers and park host were awesome: friendly and helpful (particularly for someone new to camping like me!)
Highly recommend! (And plan to camp again when the pool is open)

Kathryn N

Verified

October 28, 2022 • Stayed at: Cabin 20, Loop: CAMP MISTY MOUNT

5

The camp host and rangers were really friendly and helpful. The cabin was clean and the grounds well kept. The area is beautiful and there are not so many cabins as to be crowded.

Ed W

Verified

October 21, 2022 • Stayed at: Cabin 41, Loop: Middle

3

Our cabin had nothing but screens on the windows, and the breeze blew through. It was very cold and the rules ban heaters. We froze all night.

I think the windows should all be upgrade to glass -- they actually had glass in the 1930s, so it wouldn't violate Historic Preservation on the '30s cabins, which otherwise have likely had no improvement since then. We asked an learned that only maybe 3 cabins have glass windows all around. Glass windows would be a small change that'd make the cabins habitable in chilly weather, since they're open till 10/30.

Robin J

Verified

October 20, 2022 • Stayed at: Cabin 28, Loop: Lower

4

The staff were all super friendly and helpful. The site should mention you can't park at your cabin and are only allowed to drive to it twice. Once to unload and once to load. You wouldn't think its a big thing but its a very steep climb to the cars. It was an inconvenience that other campers and myself shared. and inside cabin photos would be nice too. Other than the lack of info before hand everything was wonderful. cool temps, nice people, beautiful scenery.

Venkat C

Verified

October 9, 2022 • Stayed at: Lodge 23, Loop: Lower

4

Well maintained and very good location . We enjoyed a lot.

Caroline M

Verified

October 6, 2022 • Stayed at: Cabin 44, Loop: Upper

5

Loved it here. The cabins are so adorable with plenty of space. Outlets at the bed. Picnic table and firepit ring outside are well kept and maintained. Although there's no wifi, I had a great connection with my own internet. The bathrooms and showers were very clean and well lit. The only negative is that you're not allowed to park at the cabin. You can load and unload at the cabin but must park in the parking lots at the bottom of the hill. I would definitely come back again.

Location & Directions for Camp Misty Mount

14764 Park Central Rd, Thurmont, MD 21788 United States

Elevation: 371 ft

Nearest town

Thurmont, MD - 3.5 mi

About 7 min to downtown

Highway access

Camp Misty Mount is located approximately 10 miles from US Route 15, providing access to major roads in the area.

Policies & Rules

Arrival & departure

Check in time

3PM

Check out time

12PM

General

  • Reservations Required. Book reservations up to 6 months in advance. Walk-in reservations are not available. You may reserve the entire Camp Misty Mount (29 cabins). The campground capacity is 127 people
  • Parking. No parking or vehicles are allowed in cabin areas with the exception of initial unloading and final departure loading. Vehicles will be permitted in cabin areas for persons with a disability or otherwise limited physical mobility.
  • Bring All Gear. Visitors must bring their own bedding, cookware, food storage, water containers and first-aid supplies.
  • Other restrictions. No pets, alcohol, weapons or hunting is allowed. Do not attach items to the trees or cabins. Do not put up canopies. Heat sources are prohibited inside all cabins and lodges.
  • Sleeping is restricted to the cabins. The number of occupants in each cabin shall not exceed the number of beds. Tents, canopies, or temporary screen structures are not permitted.
  • Clean-up. Guests are responsible for cleaning up the cabin interior and exterior prior to departure. Check-out instructions will be posted inside each cabin.
  • Cellular service: Cell service may be limited or not available depending on your provider. Cellular towers in the park are serviced by Verizon and AT&T.

Warnings & Advisories

Warning

General

Camp Misty Mount does not accept walk in reservations. Reservations must be made online or by calling the call center. Reservations for Camp Misty Mount are not processed within the Park.

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Last updated: October 21, 2026

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