Brewing Community for 25 Years
Located on Rt. 219, along the lakeside, you will find a restaurant and coffee shop that is as well known as Deep Creek itself. Celebrating their 25th anniversary, Traders Coffee House and Brenda’s Pizzeria have been more than just businesses to pass through. Tourists...
Loch Lynn Heights: Home To Fully ADA Compatible Playground
While the nation is celebrating its 250th birthday, Loch Lynn Heights, which was incorporated in 1896, is officially 130 years old this year. The small town has a history rich with tales, including the famous Loch Lynn Hotel, which was essential to tourism in the...
2026 Kick Off to Summer
The Oakland Arts & Entertainment District, in partnership with the Town of Oakland, Greater Oakland Business Association, and Garrett County Arts Council, is ready to celebrate the start of summer with the annual Kick Off to Summer Festival on Saturday, June 20,...
Cranesville, Then and Now
The small town of Cranesville was established in the 1850’s by John Crane. Cranesville is primarily located in Preston County, West Virginia, but borders Garrett County, Maryland. Probably the most notable feature about Cranesville is the Cranesville Swamp Preserve,...
Friendsville’s Youghiogheny River Provides a Natural Playground
As we look towards Garrett County celebrating America's 250th birthday at a celebration event in July, we are provided an opportunity to take a moment to understand and appreciate all the county has to offer. Friendsville, the most northern municipality in Garrett...
Beyond the Stars Jackpot Show
The Beyond the Stars Jackpot Show will return to the Garrett County Fairgrounds in McHenry, Maryland, on June 13–14, 2026, bringing together youth livestock exhibitors, families, and agricultural supporters from across the region for a weekend celebrating hard work,...
Summer Splashing at Mountain Lake Park
Mountain Lake Park’s first 60 years featured a small lake where families could gather in the summer while children splashed about in the water to cool off. Although that lake has long been lost to history, 6 years ago the town created a new spot for families to gather...
Garrett 250 Buntings Available
As Garrett County prepares to celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, Garrett 250 organizers, in partnership with the Garrett County Chamber of Commerce, are encouraging residents and businesses to show their patriotic spirit with decorative Garrett 250 Celebration...
Black Bear Tavern Under New Ownership
As of May 1, Black Bear Partners officially became the new owners and operators of the longtime Deep Creek Lake gathering spot, Black Bear Tavern. Their immediate plans are to restore the tavern’s reputation as a go-to destination for food, drinks, entertainment, and...
Runway for a Cause: Fun, Food, Friends… and Style
The Civic Club of Oakland is pleased to announce its first annual Runway for a Cause: Fun, Food, Friends . . . and Style, a fashion show featuring clothing from Chico’s of Morgantown. The event will be held on June 13, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 2:30 PM at St. Peter’s...
June 2026 Issue
Dear Friends, Summer has officially arrived at Deep Creek Lake and I am so here for it! This month is one of my favorites because we’re also producing the Summer / Fall 2026 In Good Taste Menu Guide. It celebrates something we all love about this area: the shared...
Ace’s Run Restaurant & Bar
Ace's Run Restaurant & Bar With deep roots in the Deep Creek Lake community, Ace's Run is a local favorite serving locally inspired food, craft cocktails, local brews, and fine wines. Sip and savor in a warm, welcoming atmosphere while taking in one of the best...
Pawn Run
🎸 Pawn Run A laid-back, family-owned gathering spot serving craft cocktails, beer, wine, and small plates in a beautifully restored historic space. With live music weekly and a deep connection to the community, Pawn Run is one of Deep Creek's true originals —...
Harvest House
🌿 Harvest House A farm-driven bistro and bar blending fresh, locally sourced dishes with craft cocktails, beer, and wine. Centered around an on-site microgreen operation, Harvest House delivers a unique, relaxed social vibe that celebrates the bounty of the...
Green Room Lounge
🍸 Green Room Lounge A relaxed bar in the heart of Oakland serving craft cocktails, mocktails, beer, wine, and shareable plates. Featuring a spacious patio, historic fireplace, and live music every weekend — the Green Room is Oakland's go-to social spot. Treat...
☕ Espresso Alley Deep Creek's only drive-thru coffee shop serving specialty espresso drinks, seasonal favorites, and locally made pastries in a quick, friendly setting. With thousands of flavor combinations, every morning at the lake starts here. Thousands of...
Tall Pines Distillery
🥃 Tall Pines Distillery Known for handcrafted moonshine, whiskey, bourbon, and specialty spirits, Tall Pines offers tastings, cocktails, and tours in a welcoming atmosphere that blends tradition with local flavor. A short trip from Deep Creek Lake worth every mile....
Branch Bender Cidery
🍎 Branch Bender Cidery Enjoy artisan ciders with a wine-like texture in a scenic farm setting surrounded by mountain views, flower fields, and firepits. Inspired by local places and made for slow sipping and gathering — Branch Bender is a true Deep Creek original....
A Walk in Nature
The peacefulness and beauty you find in Garrett County and its surrounding area can transport you away from the hustle and bustle of the busy world. Whether it be a beautiful open sky, a forest of trees, a meadow full of wildflowers, birdsong and chipmunk chatter, a...
A Fresh Start with Deep Roots: Stonecroft Manor
Stonecroft Manor feels like it has a story to tell as soon as you step inside. Sitting on a small hill just outside of Oakland, it’s been a part of Garrett County’s history for over 150 years. This stately, historic manor brings a wealth of history hidden behind its...
Cuppa Joe?
Who is this Joe, and what’s he hiding in a cup? When and where did this start? So many questions, so little time, and lots of conjecture. Legends. It’s believed that wild coffee plants originated in Ethiopia, but the brew itself came from Yemen, where the beans were...
The Railroad’s Essential Role
The area of Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County would not be what it is today without the Baltimore & Ohio (B&O) railroad. The B&O line that ran through Oakland was a pivotal factor in opening the area to tourism, and John Work Garrett, for whom the county...
New Trails at Margraff Plantation
Laced into a 2800-foot ridge overlooking the town of Accident are six miles of carefully crafted mountain bike trails offering riders whatever they may be seeking in a trail, whether an adventurous challenge or a place to learn new skills. The Margraff Plantation...
New Deal Art Permanently on Display in Oakland Post Office
Standing in the lobby of the Oakland Post Office will instantly immerse a guest in multiple types of history. The building itself, built in the 1930’s, is classified as a historical building, and it is also a highly sought destination for art enthusiasts. Inside the...