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Watersports are popular on Deep Creek Lake in McHenry, a short drive south of the Historic National Road.
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Open Road - Mountain Maryland

From Keysers Ridge to Oakland

Watersports are popular on Deep Creek Lake in McHenry, a short drive south of the Historic National Road.
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Noted for its pristine beauty,  this region of the state also has a wild side characterized by rugged mountain trails and rushing river waters.

 

  • Drive the Mountain Maryland Scenic Byway
  • Ride the Mountain Coaster, the first alpine coaster on the East Coast, at Wisp Resort
  • Fish or simply enjoy the view at Deep Creek Lake State Park
  • Place your hand inside a black bear paw print at the Deep Creek Discovery Center
  • Savor award-winning goat cheeses that are hand-crafted on premises at Firefly Farms
  • Witness river waters rushing over the 53-foot Muddy Creek Falls at Swallow Falls State Park
  • Explore Oakland, a designated Maryland Main Street, with unique shops and eateries
  • Check out one of the most distinguished historic depots at the Historic B&O Train Station
  • Step back in time and explore Ice Age remains at the Cranesville Subarctic Swamp Preserve
  • Enjoy an extra scoop of ice cream on homemade waffle cones at Lakeside Creamery

 

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