Place

Chestnut Picnic Area

A forested picnic area wooden sign with the National Park Service logo.
The Chestnut Picnic Area is an easily accessible recreation location with access to various trails.

NPS Photo

Quick Facts

Grill, Picnic Table, Restroom, Wheelchair Accessible

The Chestnut Picnic Area is a great place to start exploring the West Side trails of the park, including the Catoctin National Recreation Trail. Parking for horse trailers is next to the picnic area so that equestrians have easy access to the park Horse Trails.

Catoctin Mountain Park

Last updated: April 5, 2024