Summer activities:
Water sports are favorite pastimes on Deep Creek Lake, Maryland's largest freshwater lake. Both power boating and sailing are popular. Powerboats are available for rent at local marinas. The sailboat regattas on the southern end of the lake are a beautiful spectacle to behold and an exciting event to participate in. Boating, water-skiing, jet skiing and swimming abound during the warm summer months. Fishing is also excellent on the lake as well as in the numerous streams found within Garrett County. If you never have tried whitewater rafting, a day of excitement and beautiful scenery is awaiting you. Whitewater rafting has become an exciting attraction whether you prefer the gentle waters of the Middle Youghiogheny or the challenging rapids of the Upper Yough.
Garrett County provides miles of bike trails through state parks and surrounding countryside. We have something for everyone regardless of your expertise. Bicycle rentals are available at local bike shops.
Fall:
Both power boating and sailing continue to offer good times. What better way to view the fall foliage than by water! Some say that the fall is the best time for fishing. Early each morning, you'll find ardent fishermen in search of that one that got away. Exploring the leaf bright trails by horseback is a relaxing but exciting way to spend an autumn day.
With 74,000 acres of state forests, hiking and mountain biking are other ways to view the bountiful fall scenery. State parks have guided hiking tours and fall color hayrides as well as many other activities. Local nature tourism vendors offer a variety of outdoor activities that include: overnight backpack trips, wild land hikes, family float trips, bonfires, etc. Hunting, of course, has always been a popular sport in Garrett County. The state of Maryland maintains over 80,000 acres of public hunting lands.
Other Attractions within 60 minutes:
Black Water Falls State Park: Approximately thirty-five mile trip with interesting stops along the way - (Davis, West Virginia)
*Cumberland Theater: The only regional professional theater in Western Maryland - (301 759-4990)
*Falling Water: Frank Lloyd Wright's masterpiece home; reservations needed - (Ohiopyle Road, PA - 724 329-8501)
*Fallinger's Hotel Gunter: First opened in 1897; once housed a speakeasy during Prohibition; the hotel features a massive stairway, jail and gamecock fighting area; tours by appointment - (11 West Main Street, Frostburg - 301 689-6511)
*Graystone Galleria: 15,000 square feet with 64 selected quality antique dealers; visit adjacent specialty shops - (203 East Pitt Street, Bedford PA - 814 627-1768)
*Kentuck Knob: Another unique home built by Frank Lloyd Wright; reservations needed - (Ohiopyle Road, PA - 724 329-8501)
*Scenic Western Maryland Railroad: Mountain Thunder Route; a 32 mile (3 hour) round trip ride between Frostburg & Cumberland
Ski:
Downhill skiing and snowboarding are available at Wisp Ski Resort. With a vertical drop of 700' and 32 trails available, skiers of all levels of experience will enjoy a wide range of terrain . 90% of the trails are lighted for night skiing and are supported by Wisp's extensive snow making equipment. Two quad chairlifts, five triple chairlifts plus two ski carpets and four handle tows can handle an uphill capacity of over 9,000 skiers per hour. Ski lessons and a children's center are available as well as a variety of restaurants. Bear Claw Snow Tubing Park offers fun for all ages. If you enjoy sledding, you'll love snow tubing.
Dog sledding tours have become the new excitement in Deep Creek Lake. Husky Power offers a wide range of activities from short runs at the Discovery Center to long Adventure tours packed full with fun.
Golf:
*Alpine Lake Resort Community
Nestled high in the mountains in West Virginia.
Par 72, 6 par fives, 6 par fours, 6 par threes
700 West Alpine Dr.
Terra Alta, WV 26764
PHONE: 1-800-752-7179, 304-789-2481
*Oakland Golf Club
Home of the Annual Western Maryland Amateur Championship
433 N Bradley LN
Oakland, MD 21550
PHONE: 301-334-3883
FAX: 301-334-0660
Other Activities:
snowshoeing, snowmobiling, kayaking, jet skiing
