Catoctin Mountain Park operates this group campground specifically for youth organizations, requiring advance reservations and prohibiting pets. The National Park Service facility sits within forested terrain that also includes open areas, providing a mix of environments for organized camping activities. Sites come equipped with picnic tables and allow campfires, supporting traditional group camping experiences.

Located less than a mile from [Owens Creek Campground - Catoctin Mountain Park](https://thedyrt.com/camping/maryland/owens-creek-catoctin-mountain-national-park), this drive-in accessible campground charges $35 per night. The youth group designation means individual families cannot book sites here. For broader camping options in the area, consider [campgrounds around Catoctin Mountain Park](https://thedyrt.com/camping/maryland/near/catoctin-mountain-park).

## Overview

 Poplar Grove offers youth groups and organizations enjoyable year-round primitive tent camping. Located just steps away from the Catoctin Mountain Park portion of the [Catoctin National Recreation Trail][1] in the rolling hills of Thurmont, Maryland. Poplar Grove allows youth groups to experience traditional wilderness camping in a beautiful, natural setting.
## Recreation

 As a primitive camping area, Poplar Grove encourages youth to use healthy doses of imagination while surrounded by the natural landscape. Nature hikes and campfire circles are popular activities. Catoctin Mountain Park offers 25 miles (40 km) of trails for additional hiking opportunities.
## Facilities

 Poplar Grove allows youth to connect with nature in a rustic campground setting. Three (3) group sites can accommodate up to 25 visitors. There are (2) two vault toilets and pavilion are centrally located. Water is not available. Site campfire circles and grills exist at each of the three camp sites. Firewood is provided onsite, dead wood may be collected for fires. Each group site is limited to (2) two vehicles or (1) vehicle and (1) utility trailer (unhooked) parked in designated spaces. Additional vehicles need to be parked at Camp Round Meadow. Overnight parking is not permitted on Manahan Road. Due to seasonal road closures, the campground is closed in the Winter.\_For further information please call the Visitors Center between 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at (301) 663- 9388. During your stay (after hours) contact 24 hour dispatch at 1-866-677-6677 or 301-714-2235.
## Natural Features

 Poplar Grove offers tree sheltered, flat tent sites. The campground is surrounded by a hardwood decidious forest. Whether blanketed in snow in winter months or blooming with wildflowers in the spring, Poplar Grove offers beautiful scenery all year. 

## Nearby Attractions

 The Catoctin Mountain Park Visitor Center is located four miles (1.2 km) away and offers interpretive programs. Just three miles (4.8 km) away, visitors can enjoy fishing and canoeing at [Cunningham Falls State Park][2] (entrance fee applies).
## Charges & Cancellations

 Important Information on Late Cancellations A cancellation is considered late if it occurs the day before or the day of arrival. Customers will pay a $10.00 service fee AND forfeit the first night's use fee (not to exceed the total paid for the original reservation). Cancellations for a one-night reservation will forfeit the entire amount paid and will not be subject to an additional service fee. 

[1]: https://www.nps.gov/cato/planyourvisit/catoctin-national-recreation-trail.htm
[2]: https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/western/cunningham.aspx

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