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#ThrowbackThursday: Garrett County Resorts

 

Garrett County, Maryland has been a tourist destination for over a hundred years!

Check out these crazy cool historic resorts that used to stand in these very mountains!

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Flying Scot Sailboats and the Deep Creek Sailing School

Located in Deer Park, Maryland, right near Deep Creek Lake, is Flying Scot Sailboats. Since 1956, the company has excelled in producing Flying Scot’s- a Sailing Hall of Fame design! These boats are speedy, safe, and dependable.

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Coming to Maryland in 1958, the company has grown through out the years into a Deep Creek staple. The current owner, Harry Carpenter, worked his way up from the bottom: working at the sailing school as a college student, to the factory, and now he is the owner of the whole business!

Deep Creek Sailing School offers junior weeks, adult weeks and private lessons.

For more information about Flying Scots, click on the photo.

For more information about sailing school, click here.

 

10 Things To Do in the Summer at Deep Creek Lake

1. Ride the Mountain Coaster at the Wisp! Consisting of a 1,300 foot uphill track, the coaster allows one to experience the panoramic views of Western Maryland while having the time of their life!

2. Spend the evenings at Smiley’s Fun Zone playing mini golf, laser tag, goat carting and more!

3. Kick off your vacation with a drink at the iconic Honi Honi Bar! Located right next to Uno’s, the Honi Honi is the perfect place to grab a crisp, cold beer and watch your kids play on the back lawn. The pirate ship playground and the large gray elephant statue located in the back yard have become a Deep Creek favorite!

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4. Grab an ice cream from the Lakeside Creamery. Located along Garrett Highway (right next to the lake), it’s easy to get to and delicious!

5. Spend an afternoon checking out Adventure Sports Center International. They offer an artificial whitewater rafting course that spans over 1/3 mile. This course offers I-IV whitewater rafting in a controlled environment. If you’ve mastered the artificial course, you may be ready for Garrett County’s own whitewater course: the Upper Yough (Class IV-V). ASCI also offers guided hikes and geocaching.

6. Go hiking at Swallow Falls. Who said Deep Creek Lake is the only attraction in Garrett County? Located near Oakland, Swallow Falls is a beautiful state park with bubbling falls. It is perfect for a morning hike or afternoon picnic.

7. Enjoy live music and a yummy meal at Black Bear Tavern! Located in McHenry, the restaurant and bar have become a local favorite.

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8. Do some shopping! Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County offer a very unique shopping experience. From Schoolhouse Earth to Sacred Ground South West Jewelry to Englander’s Antique Mall, our local residents provide you with unique pieces to take home or to decorate your lake house.

9. Head over to Mountain State Brewing Company for a locally brewed beer and a slice of Fire on the Mountain pizza!

10. Finally, RELAX! Deep Creek Lake is all about letting go and having a great time. You can do a million different things but the most important is to enjoy where you are and live easy!

 

 

6 Things You Might Not Have Known About Deep Creek Lake & Garrett County

Garrett County, Maryland has a rich history far past Deep Creek Lake.

Here are 6 facts you might have not known about Garrett County!

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  1. Even before Deep Creek Lake, the county has been a tourist destination. Towns like Deer Park, Mountain Lake Park, and Loch Lynn Heights were popular resort towns in the late 1800’s/early 1900’s. In fact, President Grover Cleveland honeymooned in Deer Park in 1886.

  2. Garrett County was originally part of Allegany County, Maryland. It was not until 83 years later, in 1872, that it chartered as a new, separate county.  It was also the last county to form in the state of Maryland.

  3. Garrett County is the second largest county in the state of Maryland. It has 662 square miles of beautiful, mountainous landscape.

  4. There are a total of 7 lakes in the county: Deep Creek Lake, Broadford Lake, Youghiogheny River Lake, Jennings Randolph Lake, Herrington Manor Lake, Savage River Reservoir, and New Germany Lake.

  5. The highest point in the state of Maryland is right here in Garrett County. The point is on Backbone Mountain, 3,360 feet above sea level.

  6. Deep Creek Lake is the largest inland body of water in the whole state! The lake covers over 3,900 acres and has 65 miles of shoreline.

Spruce Forest Artisan Village Family Day

Spruce Forest Artisan Village, located in Grantsville, Maryland near Casselman River Bridge State Park, is inviting anyone and everyone to Family Day! On June 11, the village will be filled with fun, crafts, and hands-on-experience for your family.

Not only will local artisan vendors be set up but the event offers free admission to everyone!

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Show up and learn a little more about the interesting history of Garrett County, Maryland!
Click on the flyer for more information.

 

 

Cedar Creek Villas

A newer development, Cedar Creek is in the heart of McHenry. It is located near Funland, Deep Creek Marina and more. The villas are settled in a patch of woods to provide guests maximum privacy.

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This community is located only a 1/2 mile from Wisp, so it is perfect for both seasons!

 

Blakeslee Community

Blakeslee Community is the best of both worlds. It offers the quiet, peaceful setting of the forest at the brink of the lake. The community is arranged in a circle. It is great for a family bike outing or a morning jog.

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The community offers 5 miles of hiking trails that are off limits to motorized vehicles. An indoor pool and a large living room with a TV and pool table are located inside the Community Center.

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Residents also have access to two tennis courts, a baseball field, an outdoor playground, and a basketball court. There are three community docks that offer lake access homes each a dock slip.

Marsh Hill Road

The beginning of Marsh Hill Road right in the middle of two different Garrett County tourism markets: Wisp Resort and Deep Creek Lake.

In the summer, it is close to Lodestone Golf Course, Fantasy Valley Golf Course and ASCO. In the winter, it is a quick walk or drive away to Wisp!

 

Restaurant Directory

Ace’s Run Restaurant and Pub

20160 Garrett Highway

Oakland, MD 21550

(301) 387-6688

*Located on Deep Creek Lake!

Click here for more.

Alpine Lake

700 West Alpine Lake Drive

Terra Alta, WV 26764

(304) 789-2481

Click here for more.

Ari’s Pizza

446 Weber Road

Oakland, MD 21550

(301) 334-4343

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Backbone Tavern

4676 George Washington Highway

Oakland, MD 21550

(301) 334-2393

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Black Bear Tavern & Restaurant

99 Fort Drive

McHenry, MD 21541

(301) 387-6800

Click here for more.

Boardwalk Bar & Grill

609 Deep Creek Drive

McHenry, MD 21541

(301) 387-5001

*Located on Deep Creek Lake!

Click here for more.

Brenda’s Pizzeria

21311 Garrett Highway

Oakland, MD 21550

(301) 387-1007

Click here for more.

The Casselman Hotel &  Restaurant

113 East Main Street

Grantsville, MD 2136

(301) 895-5055

*Historic!

Click here for more.

China Wok

13327 Garrett Highway

Oakland, MD 21550

(301) 501-2555

Cornish Manor Restaurant

830 Memorial Drive

Oakland, MD 21550

(301) 334-6499

*Historic!

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Cornucopia Cafe

146 Casselman Road

Grantsville, MD 21536

(301) 895-8142

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DC’s Bar & Restaurant

296 Marsh Hill Road

McHenry, MD 21541

(Located at The Wisp)

(301) 387-4000

Click here for more.

Deep Creek Pizza

24450 Garrett Highway

McHenry, MD 21541

(301) 387-6600

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Deep Creek Seafood

200 Quarry Road

Oakland, MD 21550

(240) 488-1042

Click here for more.

The Deer Park Inn

65 Hotel Road

Deer Park, MD 21550

(301) 334-2308

*Historic!

Dutch’s at Silver Tree

567 Glendale Road

Oakland, MD 21550

(301) 387-0525

*Located on Deep Creek Lake!

Click here for more.

Englander’s Antiques & Grill

205 E Alder Street

Oakland, MD 21550

(301) 533-0000

Glazed & Confused Donuts

24450 Garrett Highway

McHenry, MD 21541

(814) 233-6055

JG’s Pub, Restaurant & Lounge

18553 Garrett Highway

Oakland, MD 1550

(301) 387-6369

Jubilee Diner

254 Maple Street

Friendsville, MD 21531

(301) 746-5252

Lakeside Creamery

20282 Garrett Highway

Oakland, MD 21550

(301) 387-2580

*Located on Deep Creek Lake!

Click here for more.

Ledo Pizza, Pasta, & Pub

24465 Garrett Highway (Suite 3)

McHenry, MD 21541

(301) 387-6300

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Little Sandy’s

17730 Garrett Highway

Oakland, MD 21550

(301) 387-9850

Long Branch Saloon & Motel

1527 Maryland Highway

Deer Park, MD 21550

(301) 334-4533

Click here for more.

Moonshadow Cafe

110 S Main Street

Accident, MD 21520

(301) 750-5094

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Mountain State Brewing Co

6690 Sang Run Road

McHenry, MD 21541

(410) 499-6344

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Oak-Mar Motel & Family Restaurant

208 North Third Street

Oakland, MD 21550

(301) 334-3965

Penn Alps Restaurant & Craft Shop

125 Casselman Road

Grantsville, MD 21536

(301) 895-5985

*Historic!

Click here for more.

Perkins Restaurant & Bakery

24586 Garrett Highway

McHenry, MD 21541

(Located in Market Square Shopping Center)

(301) 387-5800

Pine Lodge Steakhouse

1520 Deep Creek Drive

McHenry, MD 21541

(301) 387-6500

Click here for more.

Savage River Lodge

1600 Mt. Aetna Road

Frostburg, MD 21532

(301) 689-3200

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Smiley’s

72 Fort Drive

McHenry, MD 21541

(301) 387-0059

Click here for more.

Sorellee’s

17869 Garrett Highway

Oakland, MD 21550

(301) 387-2424

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Telli’s Deli

72 Fort Drive

McHenry, MD 21541

(301) 387-6333

The Cornish Cafe

121 South 2nd Street

Oakland, MD 21550

(240) 488-1234

Click here for more.

Uno Chicago Grill Deep Creek

19746 Garrett Highway

Oakland, MD 21550

(301) 387-4866

*Located on Deep Creek Lake!

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Wendy’s Towne Restaurant

208 North 3rd Street

Oakland, MD 21550

(301) 334-3300