The Camp Greentop Office features a colorful totem poll.
Photo: NPS Photo/John Zuke
About
Located on the National Register of Historic Places, Camp Greentop is a perfect location for organized groups to hold large events, retreats, or conferences. The camp has space for 150 people to sleep on twin beds. There are 12 cabins that sleep 10 each, one lodge that sleeps 12, and three smaller cabins. Upgrades for the 2024 season include a new swimming pool, renovated Dining and Recreation Halls, and upgraded electrical systems including new outlets and ceiling fans in each of the guest cabins.
Campsites
Location
15001 Park Central Road
Thurmont, MD 21788
Fees
Hours
Reservations available from May 1 - May 15 and August 15 through October 31
Reservations
Reservations accepted yearly beginning on December 1 and are made through the superintendent's office. For reservation questions and/or booking please e-mail: Catoctin Mountain Park Revenue and Fee Manager cato_campmanager@nps.gov
Make a Reservation →Directions
From the east, follow US Route 15 to MD77. Drive about 6 miles. Turn right onto Foxville Deerfield Rd. At the fork, bear right onto Manahan Rd. At the intersection, turn right onto Park Central Rd. Camp Greentop is on the right. From the west, take MD 64 and turn onto MD77 East. Drive about 4 miles. Turn left onto Foxville Deerfield Rd. At the fork, bear right onto Manahan Rd. At the intersection, turn right onto Park Central Rd. Camp Greentop is on the right.
Weather
Summer (June-Aug) average temperature is between 61 and 81 degrees Fahrenheit. Fall (Sep-Nov) average temperature is between 45 and 64 degrees Fahrenheit. Fall foliage is at its peak in mid-October Winter (Dec-Feb) average temperature is between 24 and 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Winter snowfall is between 5-12" per month. Spring (March-May) average temperature is between 41 and 63 degrees Fahrenheit. Average precipitation is approximately 4 inches per month. (Source: usclimatedata.com)
Accessibility
Facilities are wheelchair accessible.
There is no internet service.
Cell phone coverage may be limited.
A commercial kitchen with electric ranges and ovens are available in the dining hall. Groups using the kitchen are requested to have a certified food handler on duty to maintain US Public Health Service sanitation requirements. If fire danger is low, the campfire circle or camping stoves may be used for cooking in specific areas.
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RV's and Trailers are not permitted in this cabin camp.
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The dimensions of the Dining Hall are: Main area - 58' X 34'; Fireplace area - 15.5' X 20'. There are (10) 72" white vinyl top/metal leg folding round tables in the Dining Hall. They can seat approximately 10 people each. There are (2) large wooden top/metal leg tables in the Dining Hall. They measure approximately 9' X 3.5'. The available chairs in the Dining Hall are of two different styles. There are (70) green vinyl/black metal frame chairs (23" W X 31.5" H), some with arms, some without arms. There are (38) gray vinyl/metal frame chairs with no arms. Firewood is available. The recreation hall is a large, open room equipped with a stage. It is suitable for meetings, receptions or a variety of other uses. The Dining Hall and Rec Hall are the only heated buildings in the camp. Due to safety issues, the fireplaces are not usable at this time. There are (30) 6' gray vinyl top/metal leg folding rectangular tables in the Recreation Hall. They can seat approximately 8 people each.
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All facilities are ADA accessible
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Paved Roads - All vehicles OK
Developed Campground