Catoctin Mountain Park - Camp Round Meadow (U.S. National Park Service)

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Camp Round Meadow is unavailable from December 1, 2008 through December 31, 2008. From Sunday, June 7, 2009 through Sunday, August 23, 2009 only three dorms are available, the capacity of Round Meadow will be 90 people. For the best chance of reserving your preferred dates, submit applications during the application period of December 1 through January 31. Applications will continue to be accepted throughout the year for any dates still available after the initial application period.

Tours may be scheduled the 4th Tuesday of the month between 1:00pm and 3:00pm or the 4th Sundayof the month between 3:00pm and 5:00pm by calling (301) 663-9330.

Camp Round Meadow assumes many roles over the years. Construction of the Catoctin Recreational Demonstration Area (later to become Catoctin Mountain Park) was begun in 1936 by the Works Progress Administration (WPA). The Central Garage Unit, located where Camp Round Meadow is now, consisted of covered bays to park trucks, a tool house with an office and repair shop, grease pit, oil storage for flammable materials and a blacksmith shop. The Civilian Conservation Corps (1939), the Job Corps (1964), and the Youth Conservation Corps (1969) have all utilized the area known today as Camp Round Meadow.

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Sketch of a Camp Round Meadow dorm.

Dorms
There are 4 dorms in Camp Round Meadow. The heated dorms sleep a maximum of 30 people each. Each dorm has 2 separate bathrooms with hot showers and flush toilets. Electric outlets are provided in the bathrooms.

Cots and mattresses are provided. Campers must bring bedding, toiletries, toilet paper and cleaning supplies. Mops and brooms are provided.

Dining Hall
The dining hall seats 120 people and includes a kitchen equipped with stoves and griddles, walk-in refrigerator and an ice machine. Groups are responsible for their own food service and if cooking for themselves must provide all dishes, utensils, cookware and supplies.

Those using the kitchen are requested to have a certified food handler on duty. U.S. Public Health Service sanitation requirements must be maintained and the facility thoroughly cleaned before departure.

A list of local caterers is available from the park.

A complete check-in and check-out will be provided by rangers. Check-ins are scheduled between 3:00pm and 5:00pm. Check-outs are scheduled between 9:00am and 12:00pm (noon). Requests for earlier or later check-ins and check-outs will be considered on a case by case basis. An extra fee will apply.

Recreation Opportunities
A grassy area near the outdoor court can be used as an open play area. Picnic tables and an outdoor fire circle are located in this general area. The gym contains a basketball court with a wooden floor. Street shoes, food and beverages are prohibited in the gym. Showers and restrooms are provided. The conference room is configured for lectures and audio/video presentations. Year-round climate control assures the comfort of the audience.

Park hiking trails and picnic areas are within a short distance of Camp Round Meadow. Groups may enhance their experience by utilizing interpretive nature trails and exhibits, attending scheduled interpretive programs or by requesting special ranger presentations (available with advance written notice).