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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!
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
Restaurant Directory
Ace’s Run Restaurant and Pub
20160 Garrett Highway
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 387-6688
*Located on Deep Creek Lake!
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Alpine Lake
700 West Alpine Lake Drive
Terra Alta, WV 26764
(304) 789-2481
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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
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Boardwalk Bar & Grill
609 Deep Creek Drive
McHenry, MD 21541
(301) 387-5001
*Located on Deep Creek Lake!
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Brenda’s Pizzeria
21311 Garrett Highway
Oakland, MD 21550
(301) 387-1007
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The Casselman Hotel & Restaurant
113 East Main Street
Grantsville, MD 2136
(301) 895-5055
*Historic!
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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
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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
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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!
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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!
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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
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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!
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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
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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
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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
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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
Deep Creek Lake at it's best: Some of our favorite pictures!
In honor of Deep Creek Lake’s 91st Birthday, here are some of our favorite photos of our beloved lake!
If these photos convinced you that you need some relaxation and Deep Creek Lake in your life, click here to set up a vacation!
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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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.
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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.
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Garrett County is the second largest county in the state of Maryland. It has 662 square miles of beautiful, mountainous landscape.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Garrett State Forest
Located 5 miles northeast of Oakland lies Garrett State Forest. Covering the mountains with forests, streams, and valleys, it is truly one of a kind.
Garrett State Forest offers campsites and hiking trails for anyone looking to escape into nature.
For more information, click on the picture or call 301-334-2038.
Swallow Falls State Park
Swallow Falls State Park is located 9 miles northwest of Oakland, Maryland. Spanning over 257 acres, the park’s greatest feature are the beautiful rapids coming off the Youghiogheny River. One of the waterfalls, Muddy Creek Falls, is Maryland’s highest waterfall. 65 different campsites are available as well as many hiking trails.
Swallow Falls is a must see at any season!!
For more information, click here or call 301-334-9180.
Herrington Manor State Park
Herrington Manor State Park is located 4 miles northwest of Oakland, Maryland. Spanning over 365 acres, the park offers a 53 acre lake, hiking trails, and kayak and log cabin rentals. In the summer, many people can be caught swimming at the lake or hiking the trails. In the winter, many use the trails to cross-country ski.
For more information about Herrington Manor State Park, click here
or call 301-334-9180.
Deep Creek Lake State Park
Spanning over 1,800 acres near McHenry, Maryland is Deep Creek Lake State Park. Located on the east side of the lake, Deep Creek Lake State Park offers one mile of shoreline for swimmers and water enthusiasts. Deep Creek Lake State Park offers fun for all four seasons. In the summer, this is a perfect place to swim at the lake. In the spring and fall, there is no better place to talk a walk in the woods. In the winter, these walking paths are perfect for some snowmobile fun. The possibilities are endless!
For more information, click here
or call 301-387-5563.
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Casselman River Bridge State Park
Casselman River Bridge State Park is located near Grantsville, Maryland on historic National Road (Route 40). The park spans four acres. It is known for it’s stone bridge, which was one of a kind when it was built in 1813. This park is perfect for anglers, history nuts, and kids. Spruce Forest Artisan Village and Penn Alps Restaurant and Craft Shop are located next to the park.
Grab a picnic basket and enjoy the day in Casselman River Bridge State Park!
For more information, click here or call 301-895-5453.
