Catoctin Mountain Park has banned the use of firewood from outside the Park. This ban will protect the forest from destructive insects that could have a devastating effect on Park trees. Don't worry though, you can still make s'mores! Firewood is available for a fee of $5 per bucket.

For more information:

Don't Move Firewood

Emerald Ash Borer Information

 

 

 

Owens Creek Campground is a 51 site campground that offers family camping in a wooded setting. The campground is open from May 2, 2010 through November 21, 2010. There is a maximum trailer length of 22 feet. There is space for 1 vehicle to park at the individual campsite and very limited overflow parking.

A picnic table and grill are provided at each site. There are two comfort stations with flush toilets and one comfort station has a hot shower. There are no hook ups.

Owens Creek Campground is very popular and tends to fill up on Friday nights for weekend camping.

Our campground hosts reside at site #10 whenever the sign is out. These volunteers are in residence to assist you with any problems that may occur during your visit.

All sites are first-come, first-served. Reservations are NOT accepted. Campers self register by completing an envelope and enclosing the $20.00 per night site fee. (Golden Age Passports and Golden Access Passports are accepted.) (2009 fees indicated)

Directions to Owens Creek Campground.