Page 24 - Garrett County 2021-2022 Activities Guide

Outdoor Experiences
PHOTO BY TIMOTHY JACOBSEN
Paddleboarders love the serenity of the flat-water lakes that adorn the Garrett County countryside. Some of the favorite spots are found at Herrington Manor State Park, New Germany State Park, Savage River Reservoir and Broadford Lake Park, which welcome non- gas-powered boats. Local outfitters rent equipment and All Earth
Eco Tours (allearthtours.com) offers kayak tours on Savage River Reservoir. Please check each park’s website for the most up-to-date visitor guidelines.
lake-153. For more information and guidelines on the Savage River, visit: dnr.maryland.gov/forests/ pages/publiclands/western_ savageriverforest.aspx.
Adventure Sports
Center International (adventuresportscenter.com), the world’s only mountaintop re-circulating whitewater course, features a 1,700-foot-long mountaintop configuration made of concrete and natural rock. The course drops 24 feet! The waves and hydraulics can be adjusted for all skill levels, from novice to Olympic-caliber athletes. Rafting trips are also available, complete with a convenient conveyor to pull your raft back up to the starting spot. For availability, call Wisp Resort at 1-877-300-2724.
For those who love fishing, Garrett County is a year-round destination for anglers from all over the country. Deep Creek Lake teems with walleye, yellow perch, bass, trout and northern pike.
The Youghiogheny, Casselman, Potomac and Savage Rivers are ideal for fly-fishing, and lessons are available.
For information on fishing regulations, check out eregulations.com/maryland/ fishing. Licenses are required for individuals 16 and older.
Fall
Nearly 80,000 visitors descend on Garrett County each October for the five-day Autumn Glory Festival (visitdeepcreek.com). The 2021 festival is scheduled for Oct. 13-17.
The reason why autumn is so glorious in Garrett County is its
Whitewater rafting and
kayaking are a great way to truly experience the outdoors. Both the Youghiogheny and Savage Rivers are prime destinations for whitewater thrill-seekers. Guides and outfitters are available to help you arrange an outing. If you have your own equipment, be sure to note the difficulty of all river sections before hitting the water. For more information on the Youghiogheny River,
visit: visitdeepcreek.com/list/ member/youghiogheny-river-
Virtual Tour Makes Planning
Your Visit Even More Fun
The Garrett County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with YouVisit, hosts a 360° virtual-reality experience that includes videos and photos from locations throughout
the county. Access the Deep Creek virtual experience at visitdeepcreek.com and watch on your desktop, tablet, phone or VR headset. You can also download the app to
your phone for quick and easy access. The Mountain Maryland Gateway to the West Heritage Area also provides 360-degree virtual walking tours of a dozen historic sites. Access these at garrettheritage.com.
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