Catoctin Mountain, Mountain and summit in Frederick County, Maryland.
Catoctin Mountain extends for 50 miles as part of the Blue Ridge Mountains, reaching an elevation of 1,880 feet with multiple hiking paths.
During the Great Depression, the Works Progress Administration and Civilian Conservation Corps developed the area through extensive construction projects.
The mountain's name originates from the Kittoctons Native American tribe who inhabited the region, referring to an area with numerous deer.
The visitor center provides trail maps, facility information, and restroom access while multiple parking areas enable convenient exploration of the mountain.
The mountain houses Camp David, a restricted presidential retreat utilized by United States leaders since Franklin D. Roosevelt's administration.
Location: Maryland
GPS coordinates: 39.64850,-77.46627
Latest update: May 27, 2025 13:15
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