Off the beaten path…

Although you will never be done discovering the beauties of Deep Creek Lake you may want to try something different the next time you visit Garrett County. Springs, PA, is just a short drive away from the lake. The drive alone is worth your time, the scenery is just beautiful. Go visit Mark’s Harness Shop […]

Casselman River Bridge Bicentennial in Garrett County

After undergoing repairs the bridge over the Casselman River and the park area with its new interpretative panels will be reopenend. Check out the beautiful setting, take some pictures. There will be kids’ activities and music and you will also get a chance to eat a bite and buy souvenirs. Have a great weekend visiting our […]

Garrett County – THE place to play golf!

The Lodestone Golf Club on the mountain-top of Wisp Resort at Deep Creek Lake is a natural mountain golf course and got rated #2 Best Course You Can Play in Maryland by Golfweek Magazine in 2012 and 2013.  Golfweek Magazine also ranked Lodestone Golf Club the #36 Best Resort Course in the United States in […]

Ice cream weather in Garrett County!

They are here, these beautiful sunny but not too warm days. The Deep Creek Lake area in Garrett County is not that busy at that time of the year, it’s a little more quiet, rather tranquil, around here now. Enjoy the mild fall sun, the beautiful light and a nice big cone with your favorite ice cream. […]

Suggestions for those cool and rainy days in Garrett County

The people around Deep Creek Lake like to say “If you don’t like the weather in Garrett County, just wait a quarter of an hour and it will change”. Although there is certainly a lot of truth to this we all know how to cope with cooler temperatures and how to make the best out of not-so-perfect […]

Watch the SavageMan Triathlon this weekend at Deep Creek Lake!

The 2013 SavageMan Triathlon takes place this weekend around the Discovery Center at Deep Creek Lake.  The athletes will compete in swimming, running and biking, so there will be a lot of great sports to be seen. Subtitle of the SavageMan Triathlon is “A Savage Race to Fight a Savage Cancer“. Accordingly there will be complimentary […]

Vacation at Deep Creek Lake

Not quite sure what to do for your next family vacation? Why not visit beautiful and exciting Garrett County, Maryland! Garrett County has something for everyone to enjoy! Popular activites include camping, backpacking, hiking, rock climbing, alpine and cross country skiing, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, whitewater canoeing, kayaking, rafting, and much more! Garrett County is also home […]

Wednesday Fresh Farmers Market in Garrett County

Come join the local community in supporting the Fresh Farmers market today! The famers market is located in the Oakland town parking lot from 10am-1pm! Purchase some delicous fresh fruits and vegetables, or take care of that sweet tooth with some delectable baked goods! Area talents will also be on display with crafts and local […]

Community Car Show Benefit This Weekend

The Art Beckman Memorial Cruise-In will be held this Sunday, August 18, 2013, with a food and bake sale to benefit Garrett County Hospice.  Registration will begin at 9 AM, and no entry fee is required.  The first 50 participants will receive a free dash plaque.  Additionally, there will be cash drawings and a DJ […]

Farmer’s Market

Good afternoon everyone!  Just here to remind you that the Farmer’s Market will be open tomorrow, Saturday, August 10, 2013.  The Farmer’s Market will be held at the Town Pavilion in the Town Parking Lot in Oakland.  Come get a taste of Garrett County!  If you’re passing though and you’re interested in Deep Creek Lake […]