Welcome to the Deep Creek Lake Area in Garrett County, Maryland
Our mountains, rivers and lakes offer an abundance of activities in every vacation season! Skiing, hiking, whitewater kayaking, camping, or simply curling up by the fire—our area's natural beauty is the perfect destination whether you seek days full of activities or just plain relaxing.
Getting Here & Getting Around
Direct highway access makes it an easy drive from anywhere! Find your travel distance by viewing our easy-to-read driving distance table. And learn the best ways to get around Garrett County once you're here.
Free Visitor's Guide
Receive a free Visitors Guide to plan your visit or view the electronic version of our Guide!
45th Annual Autumn Glory Festival
Celebrate the beauty of Autumn with this year's Autumn Glory Festival October 10 - 14, 2012. Get details on the festivities.
Garrett County Featured In a New Reality TV Show
Check out the Deep Creek Lake area/Garrett County episode of Getting Away Together, a reality TV show now airing on PBS stations nationwide.
Take Advantage of Great Discounts With Our Hot Deals!
Enjoy big savings with these terrific Deep Creek Lake area discounts!
View the Beauty of DCL on Flickr
Browse our Flickr Gallery to see all of the great activities available in our beautiful and scenic area!
