Outdoor activities
A perfect place for skiing, snow tubing, snow boarding and ski/snow board lessons for children and adults. Also has aerial adventures, escape games and more! To visit, go to: https://www.wispresort.com/
129 locals recommend
Wisp Resort
296 Marsh Hill RdA perfect place for skiing, snow tubing, snow boarding and ski/snow board lessons for children and adults. Also has aerial adventures, escape games and more! To visit, go to: https://www.wispresort.com/
So many activities to enjoy on the lake! Boating, water skiing, jet skiing, swimming, kayaking, etc.
29 locals recommend
Deep Creek Lake
So many activities to enjoy on the lake! Boating, water skiing, jet skiing, swimming, kayaking, etc.
One of 8 state parks in the area! Sandy beaches, water falls, boat launches, hiking and biking paths, etc.
43 locals recommend
Deep Creek Lake State Park
Deep Creek Lake State ParkOne of 8 state parks in the area! Sandy beaches, water falls, boat launches, hiking and biking paths, etc.
Another fantastic state park near Oakland, MD! To visit. go to: https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/western/herrington.aspx
78 locals recommend
Herrington Manor State Park
222 Herrington LnAnother fantastic state park near Oakland, MD! To visit. go to: https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/western/herrington.aspx
Waterfalls are famous at this state park near Oakland, MD! To visit, go to: https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/western/swallowfalls.aspx
134 locals recommend
Swallow Falls State Park
2470 Herrington LnWaterfalls are famous at this state park near Oakland, MD! To visit, go to: https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/western/swallowfalls.aspx
A generous donation of 1,917 acres by the Garrett Brothers is the basis of the Potomac-Garrett State Forest in Oakland, MD!
8 locals recommend
Garrett State Forest
1431 Potomac Camp RdA generous donation of 1,917 acres by the Garrett Brothers is the basis of the Potomac-Garrett State Forest in Oakland, MD!
New Germany State Park
349 Headquarters LnThe park offers a lake, picnic and beach areas, volleyball, basketball, boat launch, boat and pavilion rentals. To visit, go to: https://oaklandmd.com/broadford-lake.html
Broadford Lake Park
Broadford Lake ParkThe park offers a lake, picnic and beach areas, volleyball, basketball, boat launch, boat and pavilion rentals. To visit, go to: https://oaklandmd.com/broadford-lake.html
World's only mountain top white water course! Also rock climbing, rappelling, hiking and biking. Only 5.4 miles from The Wise Quack! To visit, go to: http://www.adventuresportscenter.com/
73 locals recommend
Adventure Sports Center International
250 Adventure Sports WayWorld's only mountain top white water course! Also rock climbing, rappelling, hiking and biking. Only 5.4 miles from The Wise Quack! To visit, go to: http://www.adventuresportscenter.com/
White water rafting trips! To book yours, go to: https://www.precisionrafting.com/
48 locals recommend
Precision Rafting Expeditions
715 Morris AveWhite water rafting trips! To book yours, go to: https://www.precisionrafting.com/
Lake Life Boat Rentals
1899 Deep Creek DrRent a boat for your next adventure! Go to: https://dclakelife.com/
Kayak and paddle sport rentals. To book, go to: http://www.aquatic-center.com/paddlesport-rentals.html
59 locals recommend
Aquatic Center
634 Deep Creek DrKayak and paddle sport rentals. To book, go to: http://www.aquatic-center.com/paddlesport-rentals.html
Upper Youghiogheny River boater put in
3751 Sang Run Rd3751 Sang Run Rd, McHenry, MD 21541
Well-maintained golf course nearby. Home of the Western Maryland Amateur Tournament.
16 locals recommend
Oakland Golf Club
350 N Bradley LnWell-maintained golf course nearby. Home of the Western Maryland Amateur Tournament.
Broken Spoke Stables
3783 Pleasant Valley RdHorseback riding in Oakland, MD
Western Trails
4009 Mayhew Inn RdHorseback riding in Oakland, MD
Circle R Ranch
4151 Sand Flat RdHorseback riding in Oakland, MD
Horseback riding in Oakland, MD. Sleigh rides in the winter!
41 locals recommend
Pleasant Valley Dream Rides
1689 Pleasant Valley RdHorseback riding in Oakland, MD. Sleigh rides in the winter!
Fun for all ages. Rope courses and zip lines. Different levels of challenge.
20 locals recommend
Monkey Business Adventure Park
970 Deep Creek DrFun for all ages. Rope courses and zip lines. Different levels of challenge.
Deep Creek Fun Zone
72 Fort DrFun for all ages. Mini golf, go-carts, bumper boats, etc.
Sang Run State Park
3735 Sang Run RdThe closest state park to the Wise Quack, this park dates back to the 1800's.
Rock Maze Trail
3739 Snaggy Mountain RdEnjoy a short hike thru a maze of rocks.
High Mountain Sports
21327 Garrett HwyOffering pontoon boat tours.
Neighborhoods
Veterans Park, Rotary Park, Dog Park, stores and restaurants are all nearby in Oakland, MD.
29 locals recommend
Oakland
Veterans Park, Rotary Park, Dog Park, stores and restaurants are all nearby in Oakland, MD.
Food scene
Great food, even greater staff! 10 minutes from The Wise Quack, a favorite of everyone that visits. The bakery items are fantastic for breakfast or dessert.....or buy extra to take home!
10 locals recommend
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
24584 Garrett HwyGreat food, even greater staff! 10 minutes from The Wise Quack, a favorite of everyone that visits. The bakery items are fantastic for breakfast or dessert.....or buy extra to take home!
Archie's Barbeque
25259 Garrett HwyGreat food, excellent service, outdoor dining experience.
Great food, good service, dine in, carry-out and delivery.
59 locals recommend
The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille
75 Visitors Center DrGreat food, good service, dine in, carry-out and delivery.
Farmers market Wednesdays and Saturdays, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, May 29 - October 31.
9 locals recommend
Mountain Fresh Farmers Market
South 1st StreetFarmers market Wednesdays and Saturdays, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm, May 29 - October 31.
Uno Pizzeria & Grill
19814 Garrett HwyA great place for pizza - dine-in or carry out.
Honi Honi Bar
19745 Garrett HwyOffering live music on the weekends.
Casselman Bakery and Café
19595 Garrett HwyGreat baked goods! So many to choose from.
Ledo Pizza
24465 Garrett HwyA favorite where ever you go!
Enjoy your favorite frozen delight while watching activities on the lake! Events and party packages are available.
69 locals recommend
Lakeside Creamery
20282 Garrett HwyEnjoy your favorite frozen delight while watching activities on the lake! Events and party packages are available.
Huey's Ice Cream
24586 Garrett HwySit on the patio and eat your favorite treat or take home an ice cream cake.
Beverage Shoppe
24465 Garrett HwyLocal beverage store with a large selection.
Mountain Flour Bakery
24586 Garrett HwySpecial occasion cakes by special order.
Tomanetti's Pizza
308 S 2nd StGreat place for Italian food and great service!
Great pizza! New favorite: shrimp scampi pizza! Always great service. Nice lake view.
93 locals recommend
Brenda's Pizzeria
21311 Garrett HwyGreat pizza! New favorite: shrimp scampi pizza! Always great service. Nice lake view.
Firewater Kitchen & Bar
20128 Garrett HighwayVery good food, interesting choices, Great Lake view.
Has everything you need in a grocery store. Lots of fresh produce and prepared food from the deli.
67 locals recommend
SHOP 'n SAVE Fresh
24586 Garrett HwyHas everything you need in a grocery store. Lots of fresh produce and prepared food from the deli.
Experiences
Himalayan salt caves provide relaxation and healing! Individual 45 minute sessions or host a private event there. $10 coupon for a 45 minute session on www.VisitDeepCreek.com
Bruceton Wellness Center
15630 N Preston HwyHimalayan salt caves provide relaxation and healing! Individual 45 minute sessions or host a private event there. $10 coupon for a 45 minute session on www.VisitDeepCreek.com
Very beautiful lavender fields! You can have a photo shoot in the fields, participate in a yoga class or have lunch surrounded by beauty!
54 locals recommend
Deep Creek Lavender Farm
625 Doerr RdVery beautiful lavender fields! You can have a photo shoot in the fields, participate in a yoga class or have lunch surrounded by beauty!
Watch local artists blow glass to create stunning pieces of work.
13 locals recommend
Simon Pearce Factory Outlet and Glassblowing
265 Glass DrWatch local artists blow glass to create stunning pieces of work.
If you're an architecture buff, don't miss a chance to see architect Frank Lloyd Wrights' "Fallingwater" home in close-by Pennsylvania (one hour drive). This iconic home, built in 1935 above a waterfall, will change the way you look at living in harmony with nature. His less famous "Kentucky Knob" house is also within an hours drive.
240 locals recommend
Fallingwater
1491 Mill Run RdIf you're an architecture buff, don't miss a chance to see architect Frank Lloyd Wrights' "Fallingwater" home in close-by Pennsylvania (one hour drive). This iconic home, built in 1935 above a waterfall, will change the way you look at living in harmony with nature. His less famous "Kentucky Knob" house is also within an hours drive.
A perfect venue for your very special event. Hosting weddings and other life celebrations!
Chanteclaire Farm
317 Malachi WayA perfect venue for your very special event. Hosting weddings and other life celebrations!
For those rainy days, catch the latest movie. Purchase your tickets online.
61 locals recommend
Garrett Eight Cinemas
19741 Garrett HwyFor those rainy days, catch the latest movie. Purchase your tickets online.
Copper Kettle Popcorn Factory
20294 Garrett HwyBranch Bender Cidery
1202 Harmon RoadCider tasting Saturdays and Sundays.
Deep Creek makes mostly dry table wines in the tradition of European boutique producers: wine for discerning and adventuresome palates made by artisans using sustainable agriculture and intended primarily to accompany fine food.
7 locals recommend
Deep Creek Cellars
177 Frazee Ridge RdDeep Creek makes mostly dry table wines in the tradition of European boutique producers: wine for discerning and adventuresome palates made by artisans using sustainable agriculture and intended primarily to accompany fine food.
Massage at the Lake Day Spa
1591 Mosser RoadMassages were great! The ambiance is relaxing. The staff are fantastic!
Indoor activities
Nice gym located close to the house. Passes and memberships available. Open 24 hours!
Deep Creek Fitness
265 Garrett HwyNice gym located close to the house. Passes and memberships available. Open 24 hours!
For those that like indoor sports, drop in for indoor swimming, gym and fitness classes.
9 locals recommend
Garrett College Community Aquatic and Recreation Complex
695 Mosser RdFor those that like indoor sports, drop in for indoor swimming, gym and fitness classes.
Stores to Buy Great Stuff
Great place for handmade wood furniture and accessories, and a local source for handmade soap, sugar scrubs and coffee scrubs.
Ursus Americanus Trading Post
24586 Garrett HighwayGreat place for handmade wood furniture and accessories, and a local source for handmade soap, sugar scrubs and coffee scrubs.
Bear Creek Trader's
24586 Garrett HwyFull of the best souvenirs to remember your lake get-away.