RV rental Catoctin Mountain Park, MD: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

Once stripped bare of trees, Catoctin Mountain Park has been nearly restored to its former glory. A little over 6,000 acres are blanketed by a mix of oak, hickory, maple, and tulip poplar trees. The second-growth forest is relatively young and is expected to hit its ‘peak’ growth condition in 2070 or so. A little over 25 miles of soft, brown trails wind and weave through the growing forest, past fresh, bright meadows, and over babbling streams. Catoctin National Recreation Trails adds 27 miles to that tally, following the ridgetop of Blue Ridge Mountains. Fishing is practically a national pastime in Maryland, second to baseball. Many fishermen enjoy wading out into one of the dozen streams that course through Catoctin Mountain Park for an idle day of fly fishing. Anglers can expect to catch rainbow, brown, and brook trout. Note that some streams are strictly catch-and-release, and violations can carry a hefty fine. When winter rolls around, the fun doesn’t stop. Although Maryland isn’t known for getting snow, it does usually get a few inches each winter. When there is sufficient snow, the trails are opened up to cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Although any trails can be used, skiers should be aware that these trails won’t be groomed. Certain trails are rocky and may require skiers to walk around to avoid damaging their skis. Once devoid of wildlife, these hills now teem with animals. Though deer and small-game critters like rabbits, squirrels, and raccoons are the most common, bobcats, black bears, and even coyotes have been sighted. Bring a camera.