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Camp Misty Mount

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 vinyl covered mattresses.
Outdoor wooden sign labeled "Misty Mount" with an arrow symbol.

Featured amenities

Showers
Showers

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)

Number of accommodations: 27

Campground Amenities

  • Potable Water
    Potable Water
  • Showers
    Showers

Seasonal information

2026 (Current year)

2026 Season availability

Current season
Upcoming seasons
Past seasons
Closed periods
Jan
Feb
Mar
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May
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Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec
Currently closed - Opens on May 1

Sites & Availability

27 Sites Available

Site
Price
🏠 Cabin 16, Loop: Middle
6 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 18, Loop: CAMP MISTY MOUNT
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 25, Loop: Lower
3 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 26, Loop: Lower
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 27, Loop: Lower
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 28, Loop: Lower
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 29, Loop: Lower
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 30, Loop: Lower
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 31, Loop: Lower
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 34, Loop: Middle
3 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 35, Loop: Middle
3 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 36, Loop: Middle
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 37, Loop: Middle
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 38, Loop: Middle
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 39, Loop: Middle
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 40, Loop: Middle
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 41, Loop: Middle
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 44, Loop: Upper
3 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 45, Loop: Upper
3 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 46, Loop: Upper
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 48, Loop: Upper
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 49, Loop: Upper
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 50, Loop: Upper
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Cabin 51, Loop: Upper
4 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Lodge 23, Loop: Lower
8 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Lodge 32, Loop: Middle
8 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night
🏠 Lodge 42, Loop: Upper
8 guests · Campfire
$175.00
/ per night

Reviews (148)

What Guests Are Saying

Camp Misty Mount offers a charming and rustic camping experience with clean, comfortable cabins and well-maintained facilities, including a lovely pool and renovated bathhouse. Many guests appreciate the friendly and knowledgeable staff, as well as the scenic hiking trails and serene environment. While some reviews mention issues with cleanliness and certain staff interactions, the overall sentiment remains positive, with many families eager to return for future visits.

Review Summary

4.7
148 reviews
5
79.1%
117
4
12.8%
19
3
5.4%
8
2
2.0%
3
1
0.7%
1

Joanna K

Verified

January 25, 2020 Stayed at: Cabin 16, Loop: Middle

5

Our family had been camping in this area for 30+ years. This was our 1st time staying at the cabins. We chose the heated cabin since our parents are in their 70’s/80’s. This was a truly memorable family camping trip. I hope we can repeat it.

JUN T

Verified

January 24, 2020 Stayed at: Cabin 49, Loop: Upper

5

The best Wifi I experienced during camping

Daryl D

January 24, 2020

5

The Rangers were very helpful with every aspect of our overnight trip. The cabin was clean as were the restrooms and showers. The kids had a great time.

Terri G

Verified

January 23, 2020 Stayed at: Cabin 49, Loop: Upper

5

We had such a wonderful time .... so, we returned two weeks later for the last camping trip of the season just before you closed 😁

Jaime L

January 15, 2020

5

The rangers are always so friendly here. One even spent some time helping us get our campfire started (it had been raining in the days leading up to our trip). The cabin was clean and spacious. Only suggestion is that these bigger cabins should be allowed more than one car. Overall a great trip!

Katherine I

Verified

January 15, 2020 Stayed at: Cabin 16, Loop: Middle

5

n/a

Robert M

Verified

January 13, 2020 Stayed at: Cabin 38, Loop: Middle

4

Nice cabins at a beautiful location. Easy check-in and access to camp sites. Was able to rent multiple cabins together for a group outing.

Annie M

Verified

December 18, 2019 Stayed at: Cabin 46, Loop: Upper

5

We had a really great time. I would recommend that you tell visitors that there is lighting in the cabin.

Location Camp Misty Mount

Address:
14764 Park Central Rd
Thurmont, MD, 21788
United States

Latitude & Longitude: 39.6396 / -77.4463

Elevation: 371 feet

Policies & Rules

Category About
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

General

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.

General

Check-In: Check in time is 3:00 p.m. Upon arrival, reservation holders should park at the camp office. During duty hours staff will check-in guests, after hours check-ins are completed at the camp office, staff will leave information outside to assist late arrivals.Check-Out: Check out time is 12:00 noon. Guests are responsible for cleaning up the cabin interior and exterior prior to departure. Check-out and cleanup instructions will be posted inside each cabin. Please follow the clean-up/check-out instructions posted inside your cabin.

General

Bring All Gear. Visitors must bring their own bedding, cookware, food storage, water containers and first-aid supplies.

General

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.

General

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.

General

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.

General

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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