Second Growth Forests Provide New Opportunities
President Franklin D. Roosevelt created programs to give people a chance to rebuild their lives from the Great Depression. The Works Progress Administration and the Civilian Conservation Corps gave this land a second opportunity and through re-growth, a new role as a recreation area.
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Trail Map and Hiking Information
Catoctin Mountain Park boasts 25 miles of trails. Find maps, trail descriptions, and our Hiking Challenge on our hiking page.
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Campgrounds
Catoctin Mountain Park offers a variety of camping opportunities.
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Lodging opportunities
Catoctin Mountain Park offers a variety of lodging opportunities for visitors.
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Programs and Events
Information on events and ranger-led programs about the natural, historic & recreational resources in the park.Call 301-663-9388 to request a program.
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New Geology Page
Learn how this mountain has changed over the past quarter billion years. See why different trails feel different on your feet.
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Join the Conversation!
Hundreds of people stay connected to Catoctin Mountain Park through social media. Are you one of them?
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Did You Know?
Early April, 1942 a basic training school for the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) was opened at Area B (Catoctin Mountain Park).The school evolved into primarily paramilitary training with British Captain William Fairbairn, “Fearless Dan” or “Shanghai Buster” as it’s most famous instructor.