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GET TO KNOW GARRETT COUNTY WITH THE SMALL TOWN TRAIL
Deep Creek Lake is Garrett County’s best-known destination, but there’s lots more to discover.
Garrett County is home to eight incorporated small towns, each of which is well worth a visit for unique attractions, friendly businesses and beautiful scenery. Follow the Small Town Trail (visitdeepcreek. com/smalltowntrail) to discover hidden gems, historical sites, stunning views and a rich variety of dining and shopping options.
Here’s a quick look at what each of our little towns has to offer:
Village. Some of Garrett County’s most scenic views can be found in Grantsville as well, at Monroe Run Overlook and Meadow Mountain Overlook.
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Sample homemade cheeses at FireFly Farms Market, taste fresh
cider at Branch Bender Cidery, navigate the seasonal corn maze at Cove Run Farms or hike/ bike the Margraff Trail
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// LOCH LYNN HEIGHTS
Watch local teams play on Loch Lynn Heights’ five athletic fields or explore the local wetlands along
a one-mile boardwalk and gravel walking trail that surrounds the Little Youghiogheny River.
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This town’s historic district features beautifully preserved Victorian-style homes. Pick up a walking tour map at Town Hall or the Ticket Office Museum and explore at your own pace. Trolley tours are also
System. Accident is also home to Drane House, the oldest standing structure in Garrett County!
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famous for being the original home and namesake of Deer Park Water?
// OAKLAND
The county seat offers a variety of shopping and dining options, as well as several museums. You can’t miss the B&O Museum, which greets visitors with a historic steam engine and other
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rail carriages in front of the beautifully restored station house. Mountain Fresh Farmers Markets are held year-round in Oakland, and local hiking destinations include Swallow Falls State Park and Herrington Manor State Park.
June, stop by Friendsville for the Garrett County Celtic Festival. Deep Creek Cellars, Garrett County’s only winery, can also be found here.
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Savor French cuisine or enjoy beautiful historic accommodations at The Deer Park Inn. The town also houses two stops on the Garrett County Barn Quilt Trail. And did you know that Deer Park is
available on select dates. Each July, Mountain Lake Park hosts the Victorian Chautauqua Festival. Before you leave, stop by the Simon Pearce Factory Outlet for a glassblowing demonstration!
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Friendsville’s Youghiogheny River is a world-class rafting and kayaking destination. But those who prefer their outdoor recreation a little more low-key will love hiking (or fishing) on the scenic Kendall Trail. Each
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// HISTORY & HERITAGE EXPERIENCES // GRANTSVILLE
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Are you a fly-fishing aficionado? Look no further for the perfect spot than the Casselman River in Grantsville. Those who love to support local artists should make a stop at Spruce Forest Artisan
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Kitzmiller’s botanical garden makes for a lovely stroll, as does the town’s River Walk. Off-road vehicle (ORV) enthusiasts will love the trails at Wolf Den Run State Park. Don’t miss Kitzmiller Homecoming
every July — featuring a car show, parade, fireworks and more.
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