Deep Creek Trail Conditions & Outdoor Guide
Today’s trail conditions from the Deep Creek Adventure Bureau riders who are out on these trails all week, plus every trail system and ski resort around Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County, Maryland.
Hunting Alert
Muzzleloader Season: Oct. 22–24 (Starts Tomorrow)
On a handful of days it’s better to be safe than sorry by simply staying out of hunting areas. Trails in no-hunting areas include Broadford Lake and Fork Run. Wear blaze orange if you head out anywhere else.
Hunting Alert
Bear Season: Oct. 26–31 (Starts Tomorrow)
On a handful of days it’s better to be safe than sorry by simply staying out of hunting areas. Trails in no-hunting areas include Broadford Lake and Fork Run. Wear blaze orange if you head out anywhere else.
Hunting Alert
Youth Hunt Weekend: Nov. 14–15 (Starts Tomorrow)
On a handful of days it’s better to be safe than sorry by simply staying out of hunting areas. Trails in no-hunting areas include Broadford Lake and Fork Run. Wear blaze orange if you head out anywhere else.
Hunting Alert
Rifle Season Opening Week: Nov. 28–Dec. 5 (Starts Tomorrow)
On a handful of days it’s better to be safe than sorry by simply staying out of hunting areas. Trails in no-hunting areas include Broadford Lake and Fork Run. Wear blaze orange if you head out anywhere else.
Today's Trail Conditions
Prime Riding
All non-resort trails. Prime conditions. Get out and ride!
Local Note: Bluebird fall day! Trails are dry and fast. Watch for slick leaf cover on descents and frosty spots early tomorrow morning.
See Every Trail System
As of Thursday, October 22, 2026 at 6:43 PM, the Deep Creek Adventure Bureau rates trail conditions in Garrett County, Maryland as: machine-built trails (Herrington Manor State Park bike trails, Margraff Plantation and the Acorn Loop at Fork Run) Prime Riding; hand-cut trails (Fork Run, Deep Creek Lake State Park, Meshach Browning, Broadford Lake, Savage River State Forest and Sang Run State Park) Prime Riding. Ski resorts (Wisp, Whitegrass, Timberline, Canaan Valley) post their own reports.
| Trail System | Status |
|---|---|
| Herrington Manor State Park | Prime Riding |
| Garrett State Forest | Prime Riding |
| Margraff Plantation | Prime Riding |
| Fork Run Recreation Area | Prime Riding |
| Sang Run State Park | Prime Riding |
| Deep Creek Lake State Park | Prime Riding |
| Meshach Browning Trail System | Prime Riding |
| Broadford Lake Park | Prime Riding |
| New Germany State Park | Prime Riding |
| Savage River State Forest | Prime Riding |
| Wisp Resort | Check the Resort Report |
| Whitegrass Cross Country Skiing | Check the Resort Report |
| Timberline Mountain | Check the Resort Report |
| Canaan Valley Resort State Park | Check the Resort Report |
Updated Thu, Oct 22, 6:43 PM. These ratings come from DCAB riders who are out on these trails all week. They are rated for mountain biking, so hikers, runners and skiers can use them as a general guide. Leave a Track, Turn Back.
Trail Systems
Free public trails for mountain biking, hiking and running. Tap a system to see its trails, photos and how to get there.
Prime RidingHerrington Manor State Park
Prime RidingGarrett State Forest
Prime RidingMargraff Plantation
Prime RidingFork Run Recreation Area
Prime RidingDeep Creek Lake State Park
Prime RidingMeshach Browning Trail System
Prime RidingBroadford Lake Park
Prime RidingNew Germany State Park
Prime RidingSavage River State ForestSki Resorts
Downhill and cross-country ski areas that charge for lift tickets or trail passes. Check each resort’s own report for snow and lift conditions.
