Page 63 - Garrett County 2022/2023 Visitors Guide

STATE
Deep Creek Lake
301.387.4111
Maryland’s largest freshwater lake is also Garrett County’s most famous attraction. It boasts 65 miles of shoreline and is open for a large variety of recreational options, including boating, fishing, kayaking, swimming and water skiing. In the winter, ice fishing is a popular option.
Herrington Manor Lake
301.334.9180
Swimming and boating are permitted on this 53-acre lake, with stand-up paddle boards, canoes and kayaks all available for rent at the concession between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Outside the summer season, rentals are available at the Park Office. There is a boat ramp for public use, but no gas-powered motors are allowed. The swimming beach is guarded daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the summer season.
New Germany Lake
301.895.5453
Boating, fishing and swimming are all popular activities on this 13-acre lake. Boats without gas motors are permitted year-round. Kayaks, canoes, rowboats and stand-up paddle boards can be rented from late spring to early fall. Fishermen will find populations of large-mouth bass, catfish, bluegill and trout.
Savage River Reservoir
301.895.5453
Another popular spot for fishing and non-motorized boating, the reservoir features a boat ramp between campsites 83 and 84. Gas motors must be removed before the boat can be launched. Fish populations include yellow perch, bluegill, catfish, trout, walleye and large-mouth bass.
MUNICIPAL
Broadford Lake Park
301.334.8218
Owned by the Town of Oakland, Broadford Lake offers a launch area as well as boat rentals. The lake supports several warm-water fish species, including smallmouth bass, bluegill, pumpkinseed, yellow perch, black crappie, yellow bullhead and brown bullhead. Each spring, the lake is also stocked with about 2,000 rainbow trout. The surrounding park includes ball fields, tennis courts, hiking areas, picnic pavilions and a sandy beach.
Savage River Reservoir
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