He was so proud to help steer and navigate and My four-year-old and I had terrific bonding time in a double kayak Try imagining that anywhere near the carousel There are also plenty of clearingsĪround the lake where you can pull up and enjoy your own totally

Homes, docks, and boats-some, especially spectacular-along the shores The best spots to observe migrating birds. Kayaks (the doubles are perfect for exploring with young kids), along Guides will also rent you paddleboards and one-person or two-person Hut that rents boats and gear for an active day or umbrellas and chairsįor a totally inactive one with a book beachside. And, if you brought the kids, ask for theīox of toys, along with crayons so they can draw on the paperĪfter fueling up, head to the lake, where there is an outdoor beach Street in nearby Accident (you’d think they wouldn’t use that name soĬlose to a ski resort!) or McHenry. St., 30), one of the many family-run eateries along Main Homestyle breakfast at Annie’s Kitchen Country Restaurant (414 S. Wherever you sleep (or don’t), we recommend waking up to a big, Surprisingly okay with you borrowing the bellhop’s luggage rack to give Parents looking for an activity before breakfast: The front desk is It would probably work great for older kids. We all shared a two-bed suite, which,įrankly, was a little tight, particularly for our kids who are early Was really a deal at $129 a night, especially compared to the cost of We stayed at Wisp, which is probably better known as a ski resort. Pool, several restaurants, and easy access to all of the area’s best Is a good place to look for rentals.) Alternatively, Wisp makes for anĮxcellent base of operations, with the added amenities of an indoor Garrett County Chamber of Commerce’s site, , Prefer to rent one of the many comfortable homes nestled in the woodsĪround the lake, many with their own private docks and boats. If you’re not into the idea of roughing it at a campsite, you might Parents-weren’t ready to endure a night under the stars, so we Lake, followed by some fireside guitar-strumming and s’mores (no doubt In fact, on our first night in the area, we joined up with someįriends who were camping in New Germany for a pleasant short hike to the Hiking ( has information on all state parks). Park, and Rocky Gap State Park, each of which offers campsites and It’s surroundedīy state parks, including Deep Creek Lake State Park, New Germany State The lake itself is nestled in the western tip of Maryland, just milesįrom both the Pennsylvania and West Virginia borders. In our case, as our two- andįour-year-olds dozed in the back, my wife and I just enjoyed the quietĪnd gorgeous scenery-particularly Cumberland’s glorious old architecture Passing through Frederick and Cumberland, either of which would be a The drive from Baltimore is a sightseeing adventure in itself,

It an excellent, family-friendly alternative to the ocean. (Sorry, guys!) The lake’s sandy beach, with swimming and multipleīoating options a surprising diversity of warm-weather activities, manyĪt nearby Wisp Resort (296 Marsh Hill Rd., 30, ) Ī great nature center and lots of dining and shopping attractions make Largest inland body of water in the state-it is a well-guarded secret. Summer houses on the lake, which has 69 miles of coastline and is the Opposite direction of the Eastern Shore, drive the same three hours,Īnd you’ll end up at Deep Creek Lake, a treasure trove of summer funįor the locals and visitors who come every year-many of whom have From Baltimore, just point your car in the The Bay Bridge, contemplating higher tolls and the mob scene in OceanĬity, we begin to wonder: Isn’t there another great vacation spotĪs it turns out, there is. But sometimes, when we’re sitting in traffic on We encourage you to discover this for yourself, and rent one of our houses while you are here.We love the beach. Please visit our Attractions page to find out more about what is available to do.Deep Creek Lake is at an altitude of 2,500 feet, which makes it about 10 degrees cooler than the cities in the summer and the winter. Deep Creek is the State's finest four-season resort, as many people are discovering. Wisp Resort, with its downhill skiing, tubing, mountain coaster, white water rafting,and golf courses is only 10 minutes away. A large portion of Garrett County, Maryland is protected State lands, ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. These rental properties are near to Maryland's premier State parks - Deep Creek Lake, Swallow Falls, Harrington Manor, New Germany, and the beautiful and rugged Savage River State Forest. These rentals are available for rent year round for you to enjoy the many activities available at beautiful Deep Creek Lake - boating, swimming, fishing, skiing (downhill and cross country), hiking, horseback riding, or just relaxing.

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