Get Cozy at Catoctin Hollow Lodge
By Jess LaPolla
Picture yourself strolling through a charming historic town, sipping coffee at the local cafe, and then browsing the quaint shops on Main Street. After that, you embark on an afternoon hike to the tallest waterfall in Maryland, before returning to your cozy log cabin to warm yourself by the stone fireplace.
If this sounds like an idyllic getaway, you may want to check out Catoctin Hollow Lodge, located in Cunningham Falls State Park, near Thurmont, MD.
The spacious cabin boasts lofted ceilings, skylights, a wraparound porch, sunroom, and lodging for 8 people. The best part is that it is a fully equipped modern cabin, with electricity, running water, and all the amenities you need to enjoy your stay. Sitting in the sunroom gives you a beautiful view of the surrounding wilderness, and the cabin’s location will make you feel totally disconnected from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Getting to the cabin requires a .7-mile hike in over some easy but rocky terrain, so make sure to bring good hiking shoes. Once you reach the cabin, you may never want to leave, but in case you do, there are countless activities to embark on nearby. Explore Thurmont or the nearby town of Frederick, enjoying good food and checking out the local haunts. Stop by Fortitude Coffee in Thurmont for your caffeine fix, and if you’re looking for a good book to read next to the fire, head over to the Curious Iguana in Frederick. For a leisurely afternoon, visit the nearby Links Bridge Vineyards for a wine tasting.
Cunningham Falls State Park and Catoctin Mountain Park offer countless opportunities for outdoor adventure. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, any hike you embark on is sure to offer a beautiful experience. Cunningham Falls State Park is home to the largest waterfall in the state of Maryland, measuring in at about 78 feet high. There are also beaches and picnic areas in the park for the whole family to enjoy.
Both parks also have excellent bouldering, and Cunningham has some stellar Trad and Top Rope (TR) routes as well, so don’t forget your rack and rope if you’re looking for vertical fun.
Whatever you choose to do while staying at Catoctin Hollow, whether you stay in and play boardgames by the fire, or spend all day soaking in the great outdoors, you are sure to have a memorable stay. To book your stay and learn more, visit patc.net/catoctinhollow.
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