Catoctin Mountain Park - Visitor Center
14707 Park Central Rd, Thurmont, MD 21788
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OWNER: National Park Service - Catoctin Mountain Park
CONTACT: (301) 663-9388
WEBSITE: https://www.nps.gov/cato/index.htm
EVENTS: Events/Classes at this Park
Hours: Dusk-Dawn
9am-4:30pm (Visitor Center)
MANAGED BY: FEDFEE Federal
PARK SIZE: 0.13 Acres
PLAYGROUNDS: 1
HAS TRAILS: yes
TREE CANOPY: 96%
GENERAL INFO:
Park Type: National Park
Overall Size: Larger than a football field
Special Features/Comments: Chimney Rock (2.0 mi). Lewis Area (2.7 mi). Wolf Rock (1.5). Hog Rock (2.5 mi). Falls Nature Trail. Trails are extremely rocky. Multiple parking areas for trails access along Park Central Road. Cross-country skiing is allowed on Park Central Road during the winter and with appropriate snow fall.
GETTING THERE:
Parking
ACTIVITIES/RECREATION OPPORTUNITIES:
Trails, Birdwatching, Cross-country Skiing
AMENITIES:
General Park Amenities: Restrooms, Drinking Fountains, Food for Sale
Pets: Allowed On-Leash
Additional Features: Visitor Center, Gift Shop
Trash Cans: Yes
Food for Sale Type: Gift Shop
TRAIL DESCRIPTION:
Trail Surface: Unpaved
Trail Activities: TRACK Trail, Walking, Hiking, Dog Walking
Trail Difficulty: Difficult
Trail Layout: Loop & Linear (network)
Trail Length: 1 to 5 miles
Trail Shade: Lots
Trail Surface Type: Natural rock, Sand/Dirt
Trail Slope: Steep
Trail Width: 4-8 ft
Trail Extras: Benches/Rest Areas
OTHER:
Programming Available: Education/Ranger Programs, Junior Ranger Programs
Park Information: Maps, Brochures, Information Kiosk
Staffing & Safety: Employee/Ranger Present
