National Park Service

National Park Service

U.S. Department of the Interior

Superintendent’s Compendium

Of Designations, Closures, Permit Requirements and Other Restrictions Imposed Under Discretionary Authority.

Approved:

Rick Slade //s//________April 22, 2019

Superintendent Date:

Catoctin Mountain Park

6602 Foxville Road

Thurmont, MD 21788

301-663-9330 phone

301-271-2764 fax

www.nps.gov/cato

In accordance with regulations and the delegated authority provided in Title 36, Code of Federal Regulations (“36 CFR”), Chapter 1, Parts 1-7, authorized by Title 16 United States Code, Section 3, the following provisions apply to all lands and waters administered by the National Park Service, within the boundaries of Catoctin Mountain Park. Unless otherwise stated, these regulatory provisions apply in addition to the requirements contained in 36 CFR, Chapter 1, Parts 1-7.

Written determinations, which explain the reasoning behind the Superintendent’s use of discretionary authority, as required by Section 1.5(c), appear in this document, identified by italicized print.

36 CFR §1.5 – VISITING HOURS, PUBLIC USE LIMITS, CLOSURES, AND AREA DESIGNATIONS FOR SPECIFIC USE OR ACTIVITIES

(a)(1) The following visiting hours, public use limits, and closures are established:

Visiting Hours:

· The park, or portions of the park, may be closed at any time for emergency or security reasons in order to protect the welfare of staff and visitors.

· All park areas are closed between the hours of sunset and sunrise, except for administrative areas, vehicular traffic on park roads, and designated camping areas as a condition of permitted occupancy. Overnight parking without a permit is prohibited.

· The Visitor Center hours will be as posted on the website.

· Park Headquarters is open Monday- Friday, 8:00am- 4:30pm. It is closed on Saturdays, Sundays, and all federal holidays.

The above visiting hours are based upon a determination that such hours are necessary for the maintenance of public health and safety, the protection of natural and cultural resources, and the implementation of management responsibilities.

Public Use Limits:

· Entering or remaining in the park outside of posted hours is prohibited.

· Vehicles 40 feet and over are prohibited on the east side of Park Central Road, unless given prior authorization from the Superintendent or his/her representative

· Overnight occupancy is allowed in the following locations, by permit only:

· Owens Creek Campground

· Camp Misty Mount

· Camp Greentop

· Camp Round Meadow

· Poplar Grove Youth Camping Area

· Adirondack Shelters

· CAMP MISTY MOUNT public use limits

· Permits are available on a first come, first served basis from Reserve America at 877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov

· Dining Hall- Maximum occupancy of 110 persons

· Lodges - Maximum occupancy of 8 persons

· Cabins - 3-6 person occupancy

· Check in time: after 3:00pm

· Check out time: 12:00pm (noon)

· Check out inspections are required of the facilities

· Maximum of 1 vehicle per cabin, or 2 per lodge. Additional vehicles subject to parking availability. Vehicles must be parked in designated parking lots.

· CAMP GREENTOP public use limits

· Permits are available on a first come, first served basis from the permit office at Catoctin Mountain Park. See section 1.6 - Permits for contact information.

· Maximum occupancy of 140 persons, with 10 persons/cabin or 12 persons/lodge

· Check in time: after 2:00-4:00pm

· Check out time: 8:00-11:00am on the day the permit expires

· Check in and out inspections are required of the facilities.

· CAMP ROUND MEADOW public use limits

· Permits are available on a first come, first served basis from Reserve America at 877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov

· Maximum occupancy of 120 persons, with 30 persons/dorm

· Gymnasium conference room maximum occupancy is 51 persons

· Maximum of 135 vehicles - must be parked in gravel parking lot

· Check in time: 2:00-4:00 pm

· Check out time: 8:00-11:00 am on the day the permit expires

· Check in and out inspections are required of the facilities.

· See General Regulation section §2.10 for camping conditions related to Owens Creek Campground, Poplar Grove Youth Camping Area, and the Adirondack Shelters.

The above public use limits are based upon a determination that such limits are necessary for the maintenance of public health and safety and the protection of natural and cultural resources.

Closures:

· The park, or portions of the park, may be closed at any time for inclement weather, emergency, or security reasons in order to protect the welfare of staff and visitors.

· The following areas are closed to the public:

· Camp 3 and ancillary facilities

· Misty Mount Pasture

· Round Meadow Pasture

· Foxville Plaza

· Utility and pipeline corridors and/or facilities, except where designated as a marked trail

· All areas signed or posted as “Closed”, “Area Closed”, “Restricted Access”, or “Authorized Vehicles/Personnel Only”.

· Park Central Road opening and closing dates will be determined by weather.

· The gravel section of Manahan Road, north of Park Central Road to the park boundary closes to vehicular traffic November 30 (or first snowfall) until April 5. Poplar Grove Campground remains available for use.

· All buildings within the park are closed to public use except for regularly scheduled and conducted activities, reservations, or as allowed by a permit.

· The following park areas are operated seasonally. The specific open and closed dates for 2019 are listed below:

Facility

Open

Closed

Owens Creek Campground

May 2

Nov 12

Camp Misty Mount

May 1

Nov 4

Camp Greentop

June

November 4

Camp Round Meadow

February 21

December 16

Chestnut Picnic Area

April 10

Nov 30

Owens Creek Picnic Area

April 3

Nov 30

Horse Trail

Weather dependent

Weather dependent

Lewis Property

Weather dependent

Weather dependent

The above closures are based upon a determination that such closures are necessary for the maintenance of public health and safety, the protection of environmental values, the protection of natural and cultural resources, and the implementation of management responsibilities.

· Closures requested by the United States Secret Service (USSS) shall be of a partial and temporary nature to provide security to the President of the United States and/or protectees of the USSS, as specified in 18 USC § 3056. During these periods, the following areas will be closed to the public:

· Central portion of Catoctin MP, bounded approximately by MD Route 550 on the North, Park Central Road on the East, Manahan Road on the west, and MD Route 77 on the south.

· Park Central Road will be closed between Camps Misty Mount and Greentop entrances.

· Blue Ridge Summit Overlook Trail

· Hog Rock Nature Trail

· Reservations for Camp Misty Mount, Camp Greentop, Camp Round Meadow, and Poplar Grove will be honored.

· Hikers may still access trails to Thurmont Vista, Wolf Rock, Chimney Rock, and Falls Nature Trail from the Visitor Center trail head. The Catoctin National Recreation Trail will remain open.

· Picnickers may use Chestnut Picnic Area

· See attached map for details (appendix 1)

The above closures are necessary to provide for the security of the President of the United States and other protectees of the United States Secret Service. The size of the closure is the minimum necessary to provide adequate protection of the President. Less restrictive measures will not suffice for security. The temporary and partial closure is not of a nature, magnitude, or duration that will result in a long term "significant alteration in public use pattern.” Further, the closure will not adversely affect the park’s natural, aesthetic, scenic or cultural value nor require significant modification to the resource management objectives; nor is it of a highly controversial nature. Accordingly, pursuant to 36 CFR § 1.5(b), publication in the Federal Register is unwarranted.

(a)(2) The following areas have been designated for a specific use or activity and/or the following conditions or restrictions are imposed on a specific use or activity:

· Organized sports are prohibited in Owens Creek floodplains and wetlands

· Possession of spray paint containers outside of motor vehicles is prohibited except by park residents at their residences, authorized park employees or contractors.

· All trails are closed to motorized vehicles unless their operators have received appropriate authority from the Superintendent or his/her representative. This includes mopeds operating under power of a motor. Handicapped visitors are authorized to use motorized wheelchairs or Segway’s in these areas.

· The use of electronic nicotine delivery systems (VAPES, E-cigs, etc) is prohibited anywhere smoking is prohibited within the park (Buildings, within 25 ft of any doorway)

· Launching, landing, or operating an unmanned aircraft from or on lands and waters administered by the National Park Service within the boundaries of Catoctin Mountain Park is prohibited except for administrative use, or as approved in writing by the superintendent.

· The following activities are only allowed in group campgrounds (Greentop, Round Meadow, Poplar Grove), unless authorized by a permit

· Golf practice

· Volleyball, badminton, and other net games

· Horseshoes

· Lawn Darts

· Organized games or team sports such as baseball, football, soccer, or variations of such games using Frisbees or similar devices

· The park is closed to the following activities:

· Racing (unless authorized by permit)

· Motorized scooters (except for official ADA use)

· Helium filled balloons (except within building and vehicle interiors)

· Water balloons

· Recreational type activities that involve leaving property behind or affixing items to park property for other visitors to discover, unless officially sponsored by the park. Ex- Geo-caches, letterboxing, munzee barcodes, etc. See also 36 CFR §2.22

· Other games or activities that damage park resources or present public safety hazards

· Competitive events are only permitted under a permit issued by the Superintendent in accordance with §2.50(a)

· ROCK CLIMBING - Individuals participating in rock climbing within Catoctin Mountain park must follow the following conditions:

· Technical, roped rock climbing is allowed only during daylight hours and is limited to the following areas:

· Wolf Rock

· Use of rock climbing gear must not impede travel on established trails or cause damage to any natural feature.

· Any commercial use and/or use by guiding services must obtain a commercial use authorization.

· The placement of bolts or permanent anchors is prohibited

· Helmets and other appropriate safety gear are strongly encouraged.

· VEHICLES

· Motor Homes, Camping Trailers, and off-road vehicles are prohibited in the parking area in Poplar Grove Youth Group Camp.

· Washing, repair, or maintenance of vehicles belonging to visitors (other than short-term emergency repairs) in public parking areas is prohibited.

· Parking is limited to:

· Parking lots and designated pull-outs.

· Shoulders of Manahan Road in a manner that parked vehicles do not obstruct the flow of traffic, unless otherwise posted.

The above designations are based upon a determination that such conditions are necessary for the maintenance of public health and safety, protection of environmental values, protection of natural or cultural resources and the equitable allocation and use of facilities.

· The use of any camera, television, still photography, motion picture, and/or video graphic device and associated communication support apparatus may not occur above 1700’ elevation or in the area bounded by the Bessie Darling home site to the north, Blue Ridge Summit Vista and Hog Rock Parking Area to the east, Park Central Road to the south, and Chestnut Picnic Area and Poplar Grove Camping area to the west, or beyond any signs posted as “No Photography”.

The above restrictions are necessary to provide for the security of closed park areas in accordance with park security guidelines.

CCTV USE POLICY

· The National Park Service’s use of Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) for law enforcement and security purposes will only be to visually monitor public park areas and public activities where no constitutionally protected reasonable expectation of privacy exists. Such CCTV use - which will have adequate privacy and First Amendment safeguards – will be to help ensure public safety and security; facilitate the detection, investigation, prevention and deterrence of terrorist attack and crime; help ensure the safety of citizens and officers; help assist in the proper allocation and deployment of law enforcement and public safety resources; help facilitate the protection of the innocent and the apprehension and prosecution of criminals.

· This policy does not restrict the official use of CCTV in government administrative areas including administrative buildings, jail holding facilities, revenue collection sites, etc, where the government may record/monitor its facilities. For example, the government may perform unrestricted video/audio recording at revenue collection points (entrance stations, visitor center counters, etc). This policy does not restrict the use of Mobile Audio/Video Recording Equipment (MVRE) in patrol vehicles driven by commissioned law enforcement rangers; that use is addressed in other policy documents, RM-9, Chapter 26, Section 1.

This information is included as required by NPS RM-9, Chapter 26, Section 4.6

(a)(3) The following restrictions, limits, closures, designations, conditions, or visiting hour restrictions imposed under §§(a)(1) or (2) have been terminated:

· Rock Climbing

· Requirement to obtain a permit for technical rock climbing has been removed

· Number of participant limits removed

36 CFR §1.6 – ACTIVITIES THAT REQUIRE A PERMIT

(f) The following is a compilation of those activities for which a permit from the Superintendent is required:

· §1.5(d) The following activities related to Public Use Limits:

· Overnight occupancy of cabin camps

· Overnight parking

· Vehicles 40 ft and over traveling westbound on Park Central Road

· Use of motorized vehicles on trails

· Use of unmanned aircrafts

· §2.4(d) Carrying or possessing a weapon, trap, or net

· §2.5(a) Specimen collecting (plant, fish, wildlife, rocks, or minerals)

· §2.10(a) Camping activities

· Refer to General Regulations for further camping conditions

· §2.12 Audio Disturbances:

· (a)(2) Operating a power saw in developed areas

· (a)(3) Operating any type of portable motor or engine, or device powered by a portable motor or engine in non-developed areas

· (a)(4) Operating a public address system in connection with a public gathering or special event for which a permit has been issued pursuant to §2.50 or §2.51

· §2.17 Aircraft & Air Delivery

· (a)(3) Delivery or retrieval of a person or object by parachute, helicopter, or other airborne means

· (c)(1) Removal of a downed aircraft or parts

· §2.23(a) Recreation Fees and Daily Site Use Fee Areas

· Waiving fees for educational or scientific visits (pursuant to part 71.13(c) and 71.13(d))

· §2.35 Alcoholic beverage consumption

· §2.37 Soliciting or demanding gifts, money, goods, or services (pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit issued under §2.50, §2.51, or §2.52).

· §2.38 Explosives

· Using, possessing, storing, or transporting explosives or blasting agents

· Using or possessing fireworks

· §2.50(a) Conduct a sports event, pageant, regatta, public spectator attraction, entertainment, ceremony or similar event

· §2.51(a) Public assemblies, meetings, gatherings, demonstrations, parades and other public expressions of views involving more than 25 people

· §2.52(a) Sale or distribution of printed matter involving more than 25 people

· §2.60(b) Livestock use

· §2.61(a) Residing on Federal Lands

· §2.62 Memorialization:

· (a) Erection of monuments (requires approval from Regional Director)

· (b) Scattering of human ashes from cremation

· §4.11(a) Exceeding established vehicle load, weight, and size limits

· §5.1 Advertising (displaying, posting or distributing)

· §5.3 Engaging in or soliciting any business

· §5.5 Commercial Photography/Filming (see also 43 CFR 5.1)

· Commercial filming of motion pictures or television involving the use of professional casts, setting or crews, other than bona fide newsreel or news television

· Still photography of vehicle, or other articles of commerce or models for the purpose of commercial advertising

· §5.6(c) Using commercial vehicles on park area roads

· §5.7 Constructing buildings, facilities, trails, roads, docks, paths, structures, etc

Applications for permits can be obtained by contacting the Revenue and Fee Manager:

Catoctin Mountain Park

c/o: Permit Office

6602 Foxville Road

Thurmont, MD 21788

301-416-0100

Cato_permits@nps.gov

Permits for overnight camping or facility rental can be acquired by visiting www.recreation.gov, or calling 1-877-444-6777. (Exception: Camp Greentop reservations and permits- call 301-416-0100)

GENERAL REGULATIONS

36 CFR §2.1 – PRESERVATION OF NATURAL, CULTURAL AND ARCHEOLOGICAL RESOURCES

(a)(4) Dead wood on the ground may be collected in the following designated areas for use as fuel for campfires:

· Park Wide

(c)(1), (c)(2) The following fruits, nuts, berries or unoccupied seashells may be gathered by hand for personal use or consumption, in accordance with the noted size, quantity, collection sites and/or use or consumption restrictions:

· Blackberries, Raspberries, Wineberries, Dewberries, Blueberries, and edible species of mushroom may be gathered by hand for personal consumption. One half (1/2) gallon per person, per day may be gathered.

36 CFR §2.2 - WILDLIFE PROTECTION

(b) Hunting and trapping is prohibited.

(d) Transporting lawfully taken wildlife through the park is prohibited except on Foxville Deerfield Road and Maryland Route 77. The following conditions and procedures are required:

· Carcass must be tagged in accordance with state and federal law

· Game must be kept out of sight as much as practical

(e) Use of artificial light to view wildlife is prohibited except in research studies authorized by the Superintendent.

36 CFR §2.3 – FISHING

(a) Except in designated areas or as provided in this section, fishing shall be in accordance with the laws and regulations of Maryland. Non-conflicting State laws are adopted as a part of these regulations.

· No exceptions designated

36 CFR §2.4 – WEAPONS, TRAPS, AND NETS

Pursuant to 18 USC § 930, firearms are prohibited in federal facilities. Federal facilities are marked with signs at public entrances.

Pursuant to 16 USC § 1a-7b, park visitors may carry firearms in the Park if they are otherwise in compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

(e) Traps and nets are prohibited except as permitted by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

· Only under a permit issued by the Superintendent

CFR §2.5 – RESEARCH SPECIMENS

Taking plants, fish, wildlife, rocks or minerals is prohibited except in accordance with 36 CFR chapter 1 or the terms and conditions of a specimen collection permit pursuant to § 2.5(a).

36 CFR §2.10 – CAMPING and FOOD STORAGE

Camping is defined as erecting a tent or shelter of natural or synthetic material, preparing a sleeping bag or other material for use, parking a motor vehicle, motorhome or trailer, or mooring a vessel for the apparent purpose of overnight occupancy.

(a) The sites and areas listed below have been designated for camping activities noted. A permit system and camping conditions have been established:

· A permit is required for all camping activities at Catoctin Mountain Park.

· Permits are available on a first come, first served basis from Reserve America at 877-444-6777 or www.recreation.gov

· Minimum age of any permit holder is 18 years old. All minors shall be continuously supervised.

· Camping by permit is allowed in the following designated locations:

· Owens Creek Campground

· Adirondack Shelters

· Poplar Grove Youth Camping Area

· The following applies to camping at OWENS CREEK CAMPGROUND:

· Permit allows up to 5 persons or the immediate family to occupy one camp site

· Length of stay is limited to 7 consecutive days or 14 days total during a calendar year.

· Permittees must vacate the site by 12:00pm noon on the day of their scheduled departure.

· Sites for which payment has been made may not be changed without permission of a ranger.

· Tents of any number, size, or combination must be placed on tent pads and occupy only the space provided by tent pads (12x12).

· One vehicle per site is allowed. Vehicles must fit on the parking pad. Additional vehicles may park in the overflow lot by the amphitheater, if space is available.

· All wash water must be dumped in the restroom disposal tank.

· Campers, or trailers over 22 ft are prohibited. No length restriction on motor homes.

· Hammocks may be set up in areas where tent use would be suitable and are subject to the same regulations as tent use. Hammocks must be strapped to trees using Tree Saver straps or other wide straps that will not cut into trees. Hammocks may not be set up in areas where resources would be trampled or otherwise compromised.

· Generator use is prohibited in the campground between the hours of 8:00 PM and 8:00 AM, except when a waiver has been granted for the powering of medical equipment. Persons who require the use of a generator between these hours should contact a ranger for a waiver. The decibel limit for generators is 60 dbl as per 36 CFR 2.12.

· The following applies to camping at the ADIRONDAK SHELTERS:

· Permit allows up to 5 persons or the immediate family to occupy one shelter

· Length of stay is limited to 7 consecutive days or 14 days total during a calendar year.

· Campers must vacate their site by 12:00pm following the last night listed on their permit

· Sites for which payment has been made may not be changed without permission of a ranger

· Vehicles must be parked at the location named on the permit

· The following applies to the POPLAR GROVE YOUTH CAMPING AREA

· Poplar grove is available for camping by organized youth groups only, whose members are under 18 years of age

· Permit allows up to 25 persons to occupy one camp site

· Campers must check in at the visitor center between 1:00pm and 4:30pm before proceeding to poplar grove. Late check-ins may be arranged upon the discretion of the Superintendent or designee

· Permittees must vacate the site by 12:00 noon on the day of their scheduled departure.

· One vehicle per site is allowed when Manahan Road is open; additional vehicles may park at Camp Round Meadow gravel lot. When Manahan Road is closed, all vehicles must park at the Camp Round Meadow gravel lot.

· Off-Road vehicles, camping trailers, and motor homes are prohibited from the Poplar Grove parking area.

· Groups may only occupy assigned tent sites. Tents are to be set up between the edge of the woods and the site markers in the woods.

(d) The Superintendent may designate all or a portion of a park area where food, lawfully taken fish or wildlife, garbage, and equipment used to cook or store food must be stored as designated:

· No food storage conditions designated

36 CFR §2.11 – PICNICKING

Picnicking is allowed, except in designated areas closed in accordance with §1.5

· No closed areas

36 CFR §2.12 – AUDIO DISTURBANCES

The following are prohibited:

(a)(1) Operating motorized equipment, machinery, audio device, or musical instrument in a manner that makes unreasonable noise.

(a)(2) Operating a power saw in developed areas is prohibited, except pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit.

(a)(3) Operating any type of portable motor or engine, or device powered by a portable motor or engine in non-developed areas is prohibited, except pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit.

(a)(4) Operating a public address system is prohibited, except in connection with a public gathering or special event for which a permit has been issued pursuant to §§ 2.50 or 2.51.

36 CFR §2.13 – FIRES

(a)(1) The lighting or maintaining of fires is prohibited, except in the following designated areas:

· Existing fire rings or grills within designated picnic and camping areas

· Misty Mount Lodge, Greentop lodge (loop A), and the Good Luck Lodge outside fireplaces are closed to use

(a)(2) The use of stoves or lanterns is prohibited, except under the following conditions:

· Grills and petroleum based fuels are only allowed in designated picnic and camping areas

(b) Fires shall be extinguished upon termination of use and in accordance with the following conditions:

· All fires must be completely extinguished with no visible signs of heat or burning material remaining

The above designations are based upon a determination that such conditions are necessary for the safety of public health, and the protection of natural and cultural resources.

36 CFR §2.14 – SANITATION and REFUSE

(a)(2) Using park refuse receptacles or facilities for dumping household, commercial or industrial refuse is prohibited.

(b) Conditions for the disposal, containerization, or carryout of human body waste have been established as follows:

· All human body waste must be carried out of the park for disposal- no public facilities available.

36 CFR §2.15 – PETS

(a)(1) Possessing pets in public buildings, swimming areas, and the following structures and/or areas is prohibited:

· Camp Misty Mount

· Camp Greentop

· Camp Round Meadow

· Adirondack backcountry shelters

· Poplar Grove youth camping area

· Wolf Rock Geologic Formation

· Chimney Rock Geologic Formation

· Hog Rock Geologic Formation

· Designated rock climbing areas

· This restriction does not apply to service animals. The NPS will use the same definition of service animal currently found in DOJ regulations 28 CFR 363104 and will not rely on 36 CFR 2.15. Service animals will be allowed wherever visitors or employees are allowed when accompanying a person with a disability.

(b) Leaving a pet unattended and tied to an object is prohibited.

(c) Pet excrement must be disposed of in accordance with the following conditions:

· Pet excrement is the responsibility of the owner/handler and must be disposed of in established refuse containers

(d) Pets may be kept by park residents under the following conditions:

· Pets may be kept by residents of government quarters in accordance with park housing policy.

The above designations are based upon a determination that such conditions are necessary for the safety of public health, and the protection of natural and cultural resources.

36 CFR §2.16 – HORSES and PACK ANIMALS

(a) The following animals are designated as pack animals for purposes of transporting equipment

· Horses, mules, burros, llamas, and goats

(b) The use of horses or pack animals is prohibited outside of the following trails, routes, or areas designated for their use:

Designated horse or pack animal areas:

· Horse Trailer Parking Area (across from Camp Greentop)

· Horse Trail (Weather Dependent)

· Catoctin National Recreation Trail

(d) Free-trailing or loose-herding of horses or pack animals on trails is prohibited, except as designated:

· No exceptions designated

(g) Violation of the following conditions established by the superintendent is prohibited:

· Horses and pack animals must be tied or picketed more than 100 feet of any natural water source

· Groups larger than 10 horses and riders must have a permit

· Halter and lead rope must be carried or be on the horse at all times.

The above designations are based upon a determination that such conditions are necessary for the safety of public health, and the protection of natural and cultural resources

36 CFR §2.17 – AIRCRAFT and AIR DELIVERY

(c)(1) The removal of a downed aircraft, components, or parts thereof is subject to procedures established by the Superintendent through written authorization.

· A permit is required for the removal of any downed aircraft, components, or parts thereof.

(d) The use of aircraft shall be in accordance with regulations of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Such regulations are adopted as a part of these regulations

· The airspace above Catoctin Mountain Park is closed to all aircraft except pre-authorized military or emergency flights. Catoctin Mountain Park lies within FAA designated Special Use Airspace P-40 and R-4009.

36 CFR §2.19 – WINTER ACTIVITIES

(a) Skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding, innertubing, tobogganing, and similar winter sports are prohibited on park roads and in parking areas open to motor vehicle traffic, except as otherwise designated:

· No exceptions designated

36 CFR §2.20 – SKATING, SKATEBOARDS and SIMILAR DEVICES

The use of roller skates, skateboards, roller skis, coasting vehicles, or similar devices is prohibited, except in the following designated areas:

· Camp Greentop on the paved athletic courts

· Park housing areas and their immediate driveways

These conditions have been determined to protect park resources, ensure visitor safety, and prevent conflicts among visitor use activities.

36 CFR §2.21 – SMOKING

(a) The following areas have been designated as closed to smoking:

· Any park building, bus stop, amphitheater, play area or aquatic facility, or within 20 feet of any building

These restrictions are consistent with federal law and have been determined to protect park resources, reduce the risk of fire, and prevent conflicts among visitor use activities.

36 CFR §2.22 – PROPERTY

(a) Leaving property unattended for periods longer than 24 hours is prohibited, except with the permission of the Superintendent.

36 CFR §2.23 – RECREATION FEES

(a) Recreation fees, and/or a permit, in accordance with 36 CFR part 71, are established for the following entrance fee areas, and/or for the use of the following specialized sites, facilities, equipment or services, or for participation in the following group activity, recreation events or specialized recreation uses:

Entrance Fee Areas:

· There are no entrance fees for Catoctin Mountain Park.

Daily Site Use Fee Areas:

FACILITY

Mon- Thurs Rate

Fri-Sun Rate

CAMP GREENTOP

Entire Camp

$600/night

$1000/night

Early Check in/out (Requests considered on a case-by-case basis)

$75/hour

$75/hour

CAMP ROUND MEADOW

Includes: 4 dorms, Gym w/ classrooms, dining hall

$600/night

$1000/night

Early Check in/out (Requests considered on a case-by-case basis)

$75/hour

$75/hour

CAMP MISTY MOUNT

Cabin

$50/night/site

$50/night/site

Lodge

$100/night/site

$100/night/site

Cabin 16

$100/night

$100/night

Dining Hall

$110/night

$360/night

POPLAR GROVE YOUTH GROUP SITE

Group Site (3 sites)

$35/night/site

$35/night/site

OWENS CREEK CAMPGROUND

Camp Site (50 sites, 3 ADA)

$30/night/site

$30/night/site

Special Recreation Permit Fee (Such as but not limited to, group activities, recreation events, and the use of motorized recreation vehicles):

· Special Use Permit Application Fee - $150

36 CFR §2.35 –ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES and CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES

(a)(3)(i) The following public use areas, portions of public use areas, and/or public facilities within the park are closed to consumption of alcoholic beverages, and/or to the possession of a bottle, can or other receptacle containing an alcoholic beverage that is open, or has been opened, or whose seal has been broken or the contents of which have been partially removed:

· All park areas administered by Catoctin Mountain Park, unless authorized by a permit issued by the Superintendent

This closure is implemented following the determination that the consumption and possession of alcohol within Catoctin Mountain Park would be inappropriate considering other uses of the location and the purpose for which the park is maintained and was established. This closure maintains consistency with regulations of the adjacent state park and reduces hazards and incidents relating to the consumption of alcoholic beverages.

36 CFR §2.37 – NONCOMMERCIAL SOLICITING

Soliciting or demanding gifts, money, goods or services is prohibited except pursuant to the terms and conditions or a permit that has been issued under §2.50, §2.51, or §2.52.

36 CFR §2.38 – EXPLOSIVES

(a) Using, possessing, storing, or transporting explosives, blasting agents or explosive materials is prohibited, except pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit.

(b) Using or possessing fireworks and firecrackers is prohibited, except pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit.

36 CFR §2.50 – SPECIAL EVENTS

(a) Sports events, pageants, regattas, public spectator attractions, entertainments, ceremonies, and similar events are allowed, provided there is a meaningful association between the park area and the events, and the observance contributes to visitor understanding of the significance of the park area, and a permit therefore has been issued by the superintendent.

36 CFR §2.51 – DEMONSTRATIONS

(b) Demonstrations of 25 people or less are allowed within the park areas designated as available under (c)(2). Demonstrations of more than 25 people are allowed within designated park areas when the superintendent has issued a permit for the activity.

(c)(2) The following locations are designated as available for demonstrations:

· Owens Creek Picnic Area

· Round Meadow Gravel parking lot

· Thurmont Vista upper parking area

· Visitor Center gravel parking area

· Park Headquarters gravel parking lot outside of gate

See attached map for details (Appendix 2)

The above designations are based upon a determination that such locations will not negatively impact park resources, unreasonably interfere with park operations, impair public facility use, create a danger to public health and safety, or unreasonably impair the atmosphere of peace and tranquility maintained in natural resource zones.

36 CFR §2.52 – SALE OR DISTRIBUTION OF PRINTED MATTER

(b) The sale or distribution of printer matter by 25 people or less is allowed within the park areas designated as available under § 2.51(c)(2) (see above). The sale or distribution of printed matter by more than 25 persons is allowed within designated park areas when the superintendent has issued a permit.

Areas designated:

· Owens Creek Picnic Area

· Round Meadow Gravel parking lot

· Thurmont Vista upper parking area

· Visitor Center gravel parking area

· Park Headquarters gravel parking lot outside of gate

See attached map for details (Appendix 2)

The above designations are based upon a determination that such locations will not negatively impact park resources, unreasonably interfere with park operations, impair public facility use, create a danger to public health and safety, or unreasonably impair the atmosphere of peace and tranquility maintained in in natural resource zones.

36 CFR §2.61 – RESIDING ON FEDERAL LANDS

(a) Residing in park areas, other than on privately owned lands, is prohibited except pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit, lease, or contract.

36 CFR §2.62 – MEMORIALIZATION

(b) The scattering of human ashes from cremation is prohibited, except pursuant to the terms and conditions of a permit as outlined below:

· The remains to be scattered must have been processed by pulverization after cremation

· The scattering of human ashes by person on the ground is to be performed out of sight of park visitors and at least 50 yds from any trail, road, walkway, parking area, developed facility, watercourse, or body of water.

· The scattering of human remains from the air is prohibited

· Ashes must be scattered over an area large enough so that they will not accumulate in one place.

· No marker of any kind may be left to commemorate the event.

· No publicity is to be given to this activity

· The use of commercial, for profit venture to distribute cremated remains in the park is prohibited.

· Except for the authorization to scatter cremated human remains, nothing in the permit shall be construed as authorizing an entry or activity otherwise prohibited or restricted by law or regulation.

36 CFR §4.2 – State Law Applicable

(a) Unless specifically addressed by regulations in this chapter, traffic and the use of vehicles within a park area are governed by State law. State law is now or may later be in effect is adopted and made a part of the regulations in this part.

(b) Violating a provision of State law is prohibited.

36 CFR §4.11 – VEHICLE LOAD, WEIGHT AND SIZE LIMITS

(a) The following load, weight and size limits, which are more restrictive than State law, apply to the roads indicated under the terms and conditions, and/or under permit as noted:

· Maximum load limit on Foxville-Deerfield Road, Park Central, or Manahan Roads is 16,000 pounds per axle, or 60,000 pounds GVW.

· Vehicles over 40 feet in length are prohibited

· Over height (14.6 ft), overweight, oversized vehicles (102 ft) require a permit

The above designations are based upon a determination that such conditions are necessary to ensure traffic safety and the protection of road surfaces and park resources.

36 CFR §4.21 – SPEED LIMITS

(b) The following speed limits are established for the routes/roads indicated:

· Park Central Road30 MPH

· Foxville-Deerfield Road30 MPH

· Manahan Road25 MPH

36 CFR §4.30 – BICYCLES

(b) Administrative Roads: Administrative roads are roads that are closed to the motor vehicle use by the public, but open to motor vehicle use for administrative purposes. The superintendent may authorize bicycle use on an administrative road.

· Bicycles are permitted on the seasonally closed portions of Park Central Road and Manahan Road. (These closed sections are not maintained during the period of closure and downed limbs and trees, ice, and other hazards may be present)

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36 CFR §4.31 – HITCHHIKING

Hitchhiking or soliciting transportation is prohibited.

36 CFR §5.1 - ADVERTISEMENTS

Commercial notices or advertisements shall not be displayed, posted, or distributed on federally owned or controlled lands within a park area unless prior written permission has been given by the Superintendent.

36 CFR §5.3 – BUSINESS OPERATIONS

Engaging in or soliciting any business in park areas requires a permit, contract or other written agreement with the United States, or must be specifically authorized under special regulations.

36 CFR §5.5 – COMMERCIAL FILMING, STILL PHOTOGRAPHY, AND AUDIO RECORDING

(a) Before any motion picture, television production, or sound track may be made within the park by any person other than bona fide newsreel or news television personnel, written permission must be obtained from the Superintendent.

· Taking photography of vehicles, models, or other articles of commerce for the purpose of commercial advertising requires a written permit from the Superintendent.

36 CFR §5.6 - COMMERCIAL VEHICLES

(b) Using commercial vehicles on government roads within park areas when such use is in no way connected with the operation of the park is generally prohibited, and requires permission or a permit issued by the Superintendent.

(c) The Superintendent shall issue permits for commercial vehicles used on park area roads when such use is necessary for access to private lands situated within or adjacent to the park area, to which access is otherwise not available

· Commercial vehicles are allowed to travel on Foxville-Deerfield Road when use is necessary for access to private lands adjacent to the park or when other access is not available

· Commercial vehicles are allowed on Manahan road from the park southern boundary to Park Central Road and on Park Central Road from Manahan to the access lane of NSF-Thurmont.

36 CFR §5.7 – CONSTRUCTION OF BUILDINGS OR OTHER FACILITIES

Such activities, including tents, canopies, and other ground penetration, are prohibited, except in accordance with the provisions of a valid permit, contract, or other written agreement with the United States.

APPENDIX 1- USSS Closure Map

APPENDIX 2- DEMONSTRATION AREAS

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