Deep Creek Lake is located in Garrett County, Maryland, nestled along the gorgeous western mountains of the state. Maryland's largest freshwater lake is a popular tourist location, as this peaceful getaway is just a short drive from Baltimore and Washington, D.C. With many indoor and outdoor sports to enjoy, this is the perfect destination for families, couples or anyone who loves the beauty of the outdoors.
There are a number of biking trails in and around Deep Creek Lake, along with trails for All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV's). Garrett Trails has nine recreational trails created specifically for bicycle riding, and two specially designed ATV trails. There are several rental facilities throughout the lake area that offer bicycle and ATV rentals, charged at an hourly or daily rate.
With over 20 combined fishing and boating areas, it's easy to travel across the waters of Deep Creek Lake. There are a number of boat rental facilities, along with marinas that can be used to dock your own boat. Kayaking is also popular among the Deep Creek Lake community. Deep Creek Lake also has water tours, family fishing tours, fly fishing tours and a number of fishing and bait shops. Sailing, jet skiing and whitewater rafting are also popular in Deep Creek Lake.
Deep Creek Lake also has a number of designated hunting locations, as well as several outdoor sporting goods shops. There are hunting facilities that offer pheasant hunting, skeet shooting and clay shooting.
Camping and cave tours are also popular, with cavern tour locations and camp grounds all along the lake.
There are several golf courses and tennis courts in and around Deep Creek Lake, including country clubs, resorts and lakeside golf courses. Most of these locations also have Pro Shops, which sell golf merchandise, including clothing, clubs and golf accessories.
There are a number of biking trails in and around Deep Creek Lake, along with trails for All-Terrain Vehicles (ATV's). Garrett Trails has nine recreational trails, created specifically for bicycle riding, and two specially designed ATV trails. There are several rental facilities throughout the lake area that offer bicycle and ATV rentals, charged at an hourly or daily rate.
Horseback riding is also popular among tourists visiting Deep Creek Lake. With ranches, stables, and riding trails, Deep Creek Lake offers a variety of horseback riding locations.
Deep Creek Lake brings in many tourists for a number of winter activities. Skiing, snowboarding, and snowmobiling are popular at the slopes. Snowshoeing and dog sledding are popular as well, along with winter sleigh rides along the lake.
Deep Creek Lake is designed to bring families together, offering amusement facilities that have go-cart riding, bumper cars, carousel rides, arcades and movie theaters. There are also a number of quilt and craft shops throughout the lake area.
