Catoctin Mountain Park

Catoctin Mountain Park

Thurmont, MD

The Blue Ridge foothills park near Camp David features dramatic rock outcroppings, old-growth hemlock ravines, and Chimney Rock - a natural stone tower with valley panoramas.

Photography Guide

Best Time
golden hour
Crowds
Quiet
Shot Types
landscapepanoramicrock
Best Seasons
fallspring
Practical Tips
The Chimney Rock Trail (1.5 miles) ends at a stone outcrop above the valley. Fall color in the bowl below Chimney Rock is exceptional. Foxes and deer are common.

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