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Garrett County: A Four Season Resort Destination

Garrett County forms the northwestern edge of the state of Maryland. Located in the Appalachian Mountain range, Garrett County gets enough snow in the winter to make it a veritable funfest for winter sports. Summer temperatures are mild and make it a great weekend escape from the humidity of the city.

In the heart of Garrett County lies Deep Creek Lake, Maryland’s largest inland body of water. The lake, which covers almost 4,000 acres, is a family favorite for summer travelers. Wisp Ski Resort localted on the shores of Deep Creek Lake is a popular attraction for beating the winter blues.

🚤 Deep Creek Lake Boating Regulations

♻️County Trash and Recycling Info

Deep Creek Lake

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Distance from Nearby Cities:

Baltimore, MD: 177 miles
Boston, MA: 558 miles
Cincinnati, OH: 353 miles
Chicago, IL: 473 miles
Cleveland, OH: 255 miles
Columbus, OH: 252 miles
New York, NY: 355 miles
Philadelphia, PA: 282 miles
Pittsburgh, PA: 96 miles
Richmond, VA: 224 miles
Washington, DC: 161 miles

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Garrett County Climate

Average Yearly Precipitation: 47.6″
Average Yearly Snowfall: 122″ Since 1940
115″ Since 2005
Average Summer Air Temperature: 66° F
Average Winter Air Temperature: 29.1° F
Average Duration of Freeze-Free Period: 129 days

Garrett County Annual Snowfall since 1939/1940

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Deep Creek Lake Info.

Average Elevation: 2300 feet above sea level
Area of Lake at Full Pool: 3,900 acres
Average Depth: 26 1/2 feet
Maximum Depth: 72 feet
Average Summer Surface Temperature: 73° F
Average Summer Bottom Temperature: 49° F
Average Ice Cover in Midwinter: 10 inches

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General Stats

Population (2024): 28,258
Property Tax Rate: 1.0560
Per Capita Income (2024): $51,689
County Seat: Oakland
Land Area: 657 sq. miles
Elevation Range: 960 – 3,360 feet above sea level
Highest Point: 3,360′ (Hoye Crest, Backbone Mountain, also Maryland’s Highest Point)