General Information

Program size is limited to a minimum of 10 and a maximum of 25 students. Please notify our staff of any special needs (i.e. hearing impaired, wheelchairs, etc.) that your students may have. We prefer one chaperone for every 5-8 students. Programs generally run for 30-45 minutes.

Buses

Buses may park at the Visitor Center. Bus traffic is restricted on Park Central Road. Please ask a Ranger for specific information.

Picnic Areas

Picnic areas are accessible by bus and have tables, grills, and restrooms available. Chestnut Picnic Area is open all year and Owens Creek Picnic Area is open seasonally (April - November). There is a short nature trail at each picnic area.

Restrooms

Restrooms are available at the Visitor Center and at both Chestnut and Owens Creek Picnic Areas.

Requesting a Program

Send a letter of request including program title, date, time, number of students, and phone numbers to: Catoctin Mountain Park c/o Chief Ranger 6602 Foxville Road Thurmont, MD 21788-1598

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