Whimsical Winter Adventure
3 days of thrilling and relaxing winter activities in Garrett County.
In Maryland’s westernmost region, the mountainous Garrett County plays host to countless ways to enjoy winter.
Your visit to Garrett County would be incomplete without checking out Wisp Resort, Maryland’s only ski resort. The resort offers winter activities for all skill and interest levels, so it’s easy to spend the day hitting the slopes, snowtubing, riding the Mountain Coaster and refueling at various slopeside cafes and restaurants.
If slow and steady is more your speed, try cross-country skiing or snowshoeing at New Germany State Park or Herrington Manor State Park.
For dinner, Brewery and the Beast will warm up your crew with mouthwatering BBQ dishes and local craft brews.
Stay the night at the Lake Pointe Inn, a luxurious hotel perched at the edge of the serene and expansive Deep Creek Lake.
Wake up to fresh scones and coffee at Canoe on the Run, then head to JTF Ice Rink to enjoy family-friendly outdoor ice skating. From there, grab lunch at Cornucopia Café for tasteful American fare and a warm ambiance.
Then bundle up and sit back in the comfort and charm of a horse-drawn carriage. Circle R Ranch will take you across the snowy countryside on an open sleigh ride as you snuggle up under provided blankets and take in the wintery scenery.
Enjoy elevated, scratch-made French cuisine for dinner at the Deer Park Inn, and then head upstairs for a restful night’s sleep in this restored Victorian mansion.
On your third day in Deep Creek, unwind and relax by starting at Casselman Bakery and Café for homemade baked goods and breakfast sandwiches. Next, drive or hike to the Monroe Run Scenic Overlook for a beautiful, sweeping view of the mountains.
For lunch, craft beer and hearty house-made eats welcome you at Vagabond Taproom. Next, meander through Spruce Forest Artisan Village to enjoy local art shops among historic log cabins.
Head to the lakefront Firewater Kitchen & Bar for dinner and indulge in house-made cocktails, decadent seafood offerings and a refined yet rustic atmosphere.
Stay the night at Ella’s Enchanted Treehouses. This collection of custom lodges with full utilities and amenities is enveloped in the natural beauty of Western Maryland’s mountains.