Catoctin Mountain Park in Thurmont, Maryland, has announced temporary closures of certain areas due to increased security measures. The closures are set to begin at approximately 12 pm on Friday, May 23, 2025. The affected areas of the park will remain closed for the entire weekend, with the park expected to reopen at around 12 pm on Monday, May 26, 2025.
The decision to temporarily close the park is rooted in the need for heightened security measures. However, specific details regarding the nature of these security concerns or the areas of the park affected by the closures have not been disclosed in the announcement.
Visitors planning to visit Catoctin Mountain Park during the Memorial Day weekend are advised to check the park’s official website for updates and further information about the closures. The website’s URL is https://www.nps.gov/cato/learn/news/catoctin-mountain-park-announces-temporary-closures-may-23-26-2025.htm.