Outdoor
Nature Bingo
Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD, United StatesSee if you can win it big at nature bingo! You'll take a short walk on the trails and see who can fill out the bingo boards first! (0.5 miles)
Fireworks Spectacular at Broadford Lake Park
Broadford Lake Park Mountain Lake Park, MD, United StatesJoin Town of Oakland for a Fireworks Spectacular at Broadford Lake Park! 🎆🎆 📅 Date: Wednesday, July 3 (Rain Date: July 5) ⏰ Time: At Dusk 📍 Location: Broadford Lake Park - 123 Recreation Ln, Mountain Lake Park, MD 21550 ✨ American Fireworks Company presents an unforgettable evening at Broadford Lake Recreation Area! 🎵 Enjoy a Patriotic Musical Presentation by Garrett County’s Community Concert Band from 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM. 🍔 Food vendors will be available to make your evening even more delightful. 🎟️ Admission: July 3rd: $3.00 per person, children 8 & under $1.00 July 4th: $5.00 per car
4th of July Homecoming Celebration
S South Street, Accident, MD 21550 S South Street, Accident, MD, United StatesThe annual 4th of July Homecoming Celebration will be held on Thursday, July 4th, 2024. The parade starts at 11:00 AM, food, entertainment, crafts, and activities at the fire hall after the parade! Wear your best patriotic attire!
Brant Mine Hike
Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD, United StatesCalling all history buffs and hiking enthusiasts! This hike will follow the tale of Delphia Brant and George Beckman, two small-time miners from the 1930's. Intermediate level hike. Participants are encouraged to bring water, sunscreen, etc. (1.5 miles)
July 4th Fireworks presented by the Garrett County Chamber
Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, United StatesThe Garrett County Chamber of Commerce presents the annual Fire on the Mountain July 4th Fireworks Display at Wisp Resort overlooking Deep Creek Lake, Maryland on July 4, 2024. The display is set to begin around 9:30 PM and is set off from the tubing hill at the Mountain Park at Wisp Resort. Free. Prime viewing locations for the annual display include: Scenic overlook along Rt. 219 Wisp Resort Lawn at Garrett College Boat on Deep Creek Lake, particularly McHenry Cove Local Businesses in McHenry Rain date: July 5th. If there is inclement weather on July 4th, please check this page or tune our local radio stations 104.5 WKHJ, 92.3 WKTQ, 95.9 WKTZ, 1050 WMSG radio for live updates on the status of the fireworks. Wisp Resort will be hosting a free Stage Wisp concert by Rick K Road Trip before the fireworks display from 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm on Tuesday, July 4th under the saddle tent on the front lawn. Don't forget your blanket and lawn chairs! Hot eats and cool drinks will be available for purchase. Premier Sponsor: Wisp Resort Supporting Sponsor: Brookfield Renewable Supporting Sponsor: Property Owners' Association of Deep Creek Lake, Inc. Supporting Sponsor: Taylor-Made […]
Ride to Decide
Bill's Marine Service 20721 Garrett Highway, Oakland, MD, United StatesAttend the Ride to Decide event from July 5th-7th by appointment only! Call Tyler, Scott, or Seth at 301-387-5536.
Learn to Fish!
Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD, United StatesJoin the naturalists at the Discovery Center to learn how to partake in one of the best pastimes Deep Creek has to offer– fishing! Kids between 7-15 will learn skills that will help on their own fishing adventures. Registration is required. Registration can be done at the Discovery Center desk with a $5 payment. Guardians must remain present during fishing.
Salamander Scurry
New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United StatesJoin Ranger Noah on this easy 1.5-mile walk, and dive into the world of salamanders. We will flip rocks and logs, and gain some hands-on experience with real salamanders, while discussing their importance in the ecosystem. Photo credit: Sarah Milbourne
Let’s Go Mothing!
New Germany Lake House 403 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, MD, United StatesJoin Ranger Noah for this twilight program and shed some light on the moths and other nocturnal insects that live in the park. Photo credit: Mike Fulmer.
Ride to Decide
Bill's Marine Service 20721 Garrett Highway, Oakland, MD, United StatesAttend the Ride to Decide event from July 5th-7th by appointment only! Call Tyler, Scott, or Seth at 301-387-5536.
Kids in the Creek!
Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry, MD, United StatesA fun way for kids and families to learn about the unique critters that are part of the creek and riparian ecosystems! Be prepared to get wet!
Herp Hike
Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD, United StatesJoin a naturalist for a stroll through the park and discover the hidden treasures of the native reptiles and amphibians of the region. Great for all ages! Meet on the Discovery Center deck. (0.5 miles)
Boat Parade on Deep Creek Lake
Deep Creek LakeCallin' all Captains - decorate your boat and WIN! The Parade will start from the Silver Tree Marina docks in McHenry Cove and will proceed in single file past a number of judging stations along the route. Spectators at the judging stations will vote for their favorite boats, At the end of the judged parade, lighted boats will proceed back to the McHenry Cove at dusk. Entrants in the parade will need to pay a MINIMUM $50 registration fee, and the number of entries is limited, so be sure to pre-register to ensure your spot. Prizes this year are limited to the custom flag and trophy. All the funds raised benefit our Blind Skier and Camper Programs. Non-profit organizations can enter a boat for FREE and can keep all the money they raise! More info: https://deepcreeklions.org/community-events/boat-parade/ Entry Form Online:https://secure.givelively.org/.../boat-parade-at-deep... How to VOTE: Vote with CASH: On shore or on the docks: Our Lions Club robo-boat will follow the parade and we can collect your donations dockside! OR Vote Online: https://linktr.ee/deepcreeklions
Deep Creek Lions Club Boat Parade 2024
Deep Creek LakeThe Deep Creek Lake Lions Club Boat Parade runs from McHenry Cove to The Harbor Bar at Dutches starting at 7:00 PM on Saturday, July 6th. You can "VOTE" anytime via the donation link throughout this post. Our motley group has been entering the Deep Creek Lake Lions Club Boat parade for almost 10 years! We have won "people's choice" - but never have taken home the BIG WIN - 1st PLACE! The only way to win 1st Place and take home the custom boat flag is to raise the most money for the Deep Creek Lake Lions Club! (see their great deeds below) This year we are going ALL OUT with a VACATION THEMED BOAT! All your favorites will be on our custom-decorated "family truckster" boat, Cousin Eddie, Clark, Aunt Edna and many, many more will be on the boat. Our team has been working already on the decorations to make the "Truckster Boat" as true to the movie as possible! CLICK THE LINK TO DONATE TO VOTE! PUT BOAT #1 IN THE PAYMENT COMMENTS! The Deep Creek Lake Lions Club uses the funds raised to support all their great deeds around Garrett County. Including a dog park, disc […]
Ride to Decide
Bill's Marine Service 20721 Garrett Highway, Oakland, MD, United StatesAttend the Ride to Decide event from July 5th-7th by appointment only! Call Tyler, Scott, or Seth at 301-387-5536.
Wildflower Walk
Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry, MD, United States
Mountain Lake Park 2024 Summer Tennis Clinic
Mountain Lake Park Tennis Club Allegheny Drive, Oakland, MD, United StatesLooking for a great outdoor summer activity? Check out the Mountain Lake Park Tennis Club clay courts. Summer-long or vacation memberships are now available. What's on the schedule? TENNIS CLINIC June 17-21 and July 8-12 for adults and students. MORNING DROP-IN DOUBLES Monday, Wednesday, and Friday groups from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Tuesday & Thursday groups from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM EVENING DOUBLES (Sign-up required) Tuesday & Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00 PM or 5:00 to 7:00 PM Contact Joe Osment for details at josephosmentinc@gmail.com or 239-595-0956.
Intermediate Group Ride
Dans Mountain Pool 17266-17282 Recreation Area Road, SW, Lonaconing, MD, United StatesJoin DCAB for a FREE Intermediate Group MTB Ride!Every other Monday this summer! Meet at 6:00 PM at the upper lot (by the pool), wheels down at 6:15 PM. Return (one lap) by 7:30 PM. PLEASE SIGN UP AND SIGN THE WAIVER IN ADVANCE!https://x.gldn.io/e/iJLbqIfUGKb We will ride the awesome Dan's Mountain Lonconia loop at a casual / moderate pace. The ride is for intermediate‐level riders looking to apply and improve their skills in a non‐competitive atmosphere. We will ride about 5 miles of intermediate-level terrain (about one loop), with some uphills and fun downhill-flowy sections. Then, depending on the group's appetite, we can go for another lap. There will be obstacles that require the rider to get their front wheel off the ground to clear successfully. Basic mountain biking skills are required. Short, steep climbs and descents may be encountered. More fit entry-level riders can successfully ride this intermediate trail. While still “casual” in nature, this pace will have fewer stops than a beginner ride along the way. Riders with average fitness should do fine on this level of ride. Questions on MTB skills are encouraged, and the intention is to have fun and gain confidence on the trails. You […]
Mountain Lake Park 2024 Summer Tennis Clinic
Mountain Lake Park Tennis Club Allegheny Drive, Oakland, MD, United StatesLooking for a great outdoor summer activity? Check out the Mountain Lake Park Tennis Club clay courts. Summer-long or vacation memberships are now available. What's on the schedule? TENNIS CLINIC June 17-21 and July 8-12 for adults and students. MORNING DROP-IN DOUBLES Monday, Wednesday, and Friday groups from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Tuesday & Thursday groups from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM EVENING DOUBLES (Sign-up required) Tuesday & Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00 PM or 5:00 to 7:00 PM Contact Joe Osment for details at josephosmentinc@gmail.com or 239-595-0956.
Tuesday Scavenger Hunt
Polska Polish Pottery 19509 Garrett Hwy Unit 4, Oakland, MD, United StatesJoin Polska Polish Pottery of Deep Creek Lake for a weekly Tuesday Scavenger Hunt benefiting local charities! Sign up your team now (max of 20 teams) and get ready for a fun and exciting competition! The hunt begins at 9:30 AM (but teams are welcome to join until 6:00 PM) on Tuesday at Polska Polish Pottery at Dry Dock Plaza (next to McDonald's). Teams will receive the rules and will have two hours to complete a series of tasks. Each task earns points for your team. The top 3 teams will each receive a gift! Prizes will be awarded at 9:30 AM on Wednesday at Polska Polish Pottery. Team costumes are encouraged! The team registration fee is $25, payable at Polska Polish Pottery. All fees will be donated to a local charity! September 3: Grantsville Lions Club September 10: Oakland Lions Club September 17: Deep Creek Lake Lions Club September 24: Camp Caring October 1: Deep Creek Watershed Foundation October 8: Garrett Co. Lighthouse Inc
Herp Hike
Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD, United StatesJoin a naturalist for a stroll through the park and discover the hidden treasures of the native reptiles and amphibians of the region. Great for all ages! Meet on the Discovery Center deck. (0.5 miles)
Garrett County Junior Golf Tour: Fantasy Valley Golf Club
Fantasy Valley Golf Course 296 Marsh Hill Road, McHenry, MD, United StatesJoin the Garrett County Junior Golf Tour for the 2024 season! Kindly refer to the schedule for tour dates. Sign up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11h9jK2HyJMaEZ6Uat1_0-1PxfzAFqI-ZgVGpDTe0hZw/viewform?edit_requested=true Parent Code of Conduct: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1QaWHdk9VGItrMjMpUi00AVdc1AInyNs9jrzom9CxQyg/viewform?edit_requested=true Make payment here: https://square.link/u/MHpo42bP
Mountain Lake Park 2024 Summer Tennis Clinic
Mountain Lake Park Tennis Club Allegheny Drive, Oakland, MD, United StatesLooking for a great outdoor summer activity? Check out the Mountain Lake Park Tennis Club clay courts. Summer-long or vacation memberships are now available. What's on the schedule? TENNIS CLINIC June 17-21 and July 8-12 for adults and students. MORNING DROP-IN DOUBLES Monday, Wednesday, and Friday groups from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Tuesday & Thursday groups from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM EVENING DOUBLES (Sign-up required) Tuesday & Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00 PM or 5:00 to 7:00 PM Contact Joe Osment for details at josephosmentinc@gmail.com or 239-595-0956.
Scavenger Hunt
Sang Run State Park 3735 Sang Run Road, McHenry, MD, United StatesStop by the Friend's Store to get instructions for a scavenger hunt that will take you all around Sang Run State Park!
Nature Bingo
Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD, United StatesSee if you can win it big at nature bingo! You'll take a short walk on the trails and see who can fill out the bingo boards first! (0.5 miles)
Mountain Lake Park 2024 Summer Tennis Clinic
Mountain Lake Park Tennis Club Allegheny Drive, Oakland, MD, United StatesLooking for a great outdoor summer activity? Check out the Mountain Lake Park Tennis Club clay courts. Summer-long or vacation memberships are now available. What's on the schedule? TENNIS CLINIC June 17-21 and July 8-12 for adults and students. MORNING DROP-IN DOUBLES Monday, Wednesday, and Friday groups from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Tuesday & Thursday groups from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM EVENING DOUBLES (Sign-up required) Tuesday & Thursday from 4:00 to 6:00 PM or 5:00 to 7:00 PM Contact Joe Osment for details at josephosmentinc@gmail.com or 239-595-0956.
Can you Canoe?
Discovery Center l Deep Creek Lake State Park 898 State Park Rd, Swanton, MD, United StatesThe MCC crew will guide you through the closest cove. This program will teach you the basics of canoeing. Registration can be done at the Discovery Center desk with a $10 payment. Guardians must remain present for anyone under 18.
FREE Women’s + Casual Trail Mountain Bike Ride
Fork Run Recreation Area Shingle Camp Road, Oakland, MD, United StatesHey friends, Deep Creek Adventure Bureau is offering womens+ casual group trail / MTB bike rides!! ALL ABILITIES WELCOME! Sign up here: https://x.gldn.io/e/ueYk4hG6TKb Meet at 5:15 PM, wheels down at 5:30 PM. Return by 7:30 PM. June 13 - Broadford Lake Park Boat LaunchJune 20 - Herrington Manor State Park Lake HouseJune 27 - Herrington Manor State Park Lake HouseJuly 11 - Fork Run Recreation Area Parking LotJuly 18 - Herrington Manor State Park Lake HouseJuly 25 - Herrington Manor State Park Lake HouseAug 1 - Broadford Lake Park Boat LaunchAug 8 - Herrington Manor State Park Lake HouseAug 15 - Herrington Manor State Park Lake HouseAug 22 - Broadford Lake Park Boat Launch The ladies will begin with a basic trail riding skills session and then ride a portion of the trails. This is your chance to meet other bike riders (or want-to-be riders) stopping periodically along the way to reinforce skills needed to tackle the trail and to (definitely) take pictures of our bikes and wildflowers. This FREE ride is for beginner-level riders looking for advice on local trail / MTB riding and interest in improving their skills in a non-competitive atmosphere. And intermediate and advanced-level riders looking […]
