Thurmont, Maryland · Frederick County · Campground
Overview Camp Round Meadow, a four-season camp, includes four dormitories, dining hall, commercial kitchen, gymnasium and conference room. The facility accommodates a maximum of 120 people. Originally used from 1939 to 1941 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the camp also operated from 1965 to 1969 as the first Job Co…
Overview Camp Round Meadow, a four-season camp, includes four dormitories, dining hall, commercial kitchen, gymnasium and conference room. The facility accommodates a maximum of 120 people. Originally used from 1939 to 1941 by the Civilian Conservation Corps, the camp also operated from 1965 to 1969 as the first Job Corps Center in the United States.Recreation A variety of hiking trails and picnic facilities are within walking distance of Camp Round Meadow. Fishing is available by permit within Catoctin Mountain Park and Cunningham Falls State Park, just 3 miles (5 km) from the Catoctin Mountain Park Visitor Center. Cunningham Falls also offers swimming and boating.In the event of snow, areas throughout the park may be used for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing.Contact the Catoctin Mountain Park Visitor Center at (301) 663-9388 for additional information, recreation and program opportunities.Facilities Camp Round Meadow will accommodate up to 120 guests.INDOORS:Guests have access to four dormitories, a dining hall, a commercial kitchen, a gymnasium, and conference room. The dining hall, kitchen, gymnasium and conference room have heat and air conditioning. The dormitory buildings are universally accessible and offer electricity and heat. Each dormitory includes 30 twin beds with vinyl covered mattresses, 2 bathrooms and 2 bottle filling/water fountain stations. Each of the four dormitories has (2) two bathrooms with (2) flush toilets, (1) accessible hot shower, and (2) sinks. A cleaning room in each dormitory has brooms, mops, buckets, and toilet brush/plunger.No internet access or Wi-Fi is currently available. Cellular service reception coverage is best on the AT & T or Verizon systems.The 1,746 square foot (162 sq. m) dining hall space includes more than a dozen tables and roughly 100 chairs. The adjacent kitchen is 384 square feet (35.5 sq. m). The commercial kitchen offers various appliances, including a freezer, refrigerator, three ranges, a convection oven,
Photos
Interior view of the small conference room. Gray carpet flooring with 2 doors at the far end. Ceiling mounted video screen on far end of room. — NPS PhotoFront view of one dormitory building in early spring. Large trees are visible in front and behind the dormitory. Each dorm accommodates 30 people and is heated. — NPS PhotoMultiple picnic tables outdoors in grass area on the side of the dining hall facility. Several large trees shade the picnic area. — NPS PhotoOutdoor fire circle located below athletic field. Metal fire ring/grill surrounded by a stones. Wooden benches on concrete pilings. Rear of dining hall in the background — NPS Photo - John ZukeOutdoor fire pit with 18 wooden benches on concrete posts in circular pattern. Center of circle has a metal fire ring/grill. Winter photo, surrounding trees have no leaves. — NPS Photo - John ZukeInterior view of 1 dormitory wing. Vinyl floor with wooden walls, 2 double windows, 1 double door with window panels. 10 single beds with vinyl covered mattresses. — NPS Photo-John ZukeInterior view of dining hall shows 5 large wooden beams, oak laminate flooring, portable a/c unit, pedestal fan, stacked chairs, 6 ft. tables, bottle filling station, waste/recycle bin, and doorway to dishwashing room. — NPS Photo - John ZukeDining hall front door view of the kitchen. Stainless serving line with 3-well hot food table, prep tables, ice machine, prep refrigerator, microwave and double sink. — NPS Photo - John ZukeDorm bathroom featuring one large shower, two sinks, two mirrors, two soap dispensers, and a trashcan. — NPS Photo- John ZukeInterior view of kitchen showing stainless prep tables, convection oven, 3 gas ranges, toaster, vent hood and double sink. — NPS Photo - John ZukeIndividual dormitory room, vinyl floor, wooden walls, and one double window. One single bed with vinyl covered mattress, metal storage unit, and small porcelain wall sink. — NPS Photo - John ZukeLarge outside grass athletic field located behind the dining hall. Trees showing fall foliage in the distance. — NPS Photo
How to Get There
For GPS Use Only: The street address is 14840 Manahan Road, Sabillasville, MD, 21780. This is NOT a mailing address. The mailing address for Camp Round Meadow is: Catoctin Mountain Park, Camp Round Meadow, 6602 Foxville Road, Thurmont, MD 21788 (coordinates: 39° 38' 22.7198" N 77° 26' 46.6699" W)From Washington, DC: Take the George Washington Memorial Parkway north to I-495 to I-270 north 27 miles (43.5 km) to Frederick, MD. Take Route 15 for 17 miles (27 km) north to Thurmont, MD. Take Route 77 West (the exit sign is marked Catoctin Mountain Park). Travel approximately 6 miles (9.6 km) west on 77 (you will pass Park Central Road and the park visitor center). Turn right onto Foxville-Deerfield Road. As the road forks, turn right onto Manahan Road. Continue approximately 3/4 mile (1.2 km) and turn left into Camp Round Meadow. Park in the large gravel parking lot.From Baltimore, MD: Take I-695 beltway to I-70 West to Frederick, MD. Take Route 15 North to Thurmont, MD. Take Route 77 West (the exit sign says Catoctin Mountain Park.) Travel approximately 6 miles (9.6 km) west on Route 77 (you will pass Park Central Road and the park visitor center). Turn right onto Foxville-Deerfield Road. As the road forks, turn right onto Manahan Road. Continue approximately 3/4 mile (1.2 km) and turn left into Camp Round Meadow. Park in the large gravel parking lot.From Hagerstown, MD: take I-70 East to Route 66 North for 7 miles (11.2 km). Turn right onto Route 64 (East) for 1 mile (1.6 km) th
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Plan Your Visit to CAMP ROUND MEADOW
Heading to CAMP ROUND MEADOW? A few things to know before you go:
Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a reservation for CAMP ROUND MEADOW?
No central reservation system listed for CAMP ROUND MEADOW. Check the official page (https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/251264) for the latest entry policy and availability.
How many campsites are at CAMP ROUND MEADOW?
CAMP ROUND MEADOW has 1 campsites. Site amenities (hookups, vehicle limits, ADA access) vary — see the individual campsite pages for details.
How do I get to CAMP ROUND MEADOW?
For GPS Use Only: The street address is 14840 Manahan Road, Sabillasville, MD, 21780. This is NOT a mailing address. The mailing address for Camp Round Meadow is: Catoctin Mountain Park, Camp Round Meadow, 6602 Foxville Road, Thurmont, MD 21788 (coordinates: 39° 38' 22.7198" N 77° 26' 46.6699" W)From Washington, DC: Take the George Washington Memorial Parkway north to I-495 to I-270 north 27 miles…
