Deep Creek Lake Location

Deep Creek Lake, Where Is It?

by DCL Vacay on November 16, 2008

Deep Creek Lake Aerial View

If you live in the Northeastern Region of the U.S., you will be pleased to know that Deep Creek Lake is not far from your home.  However, if you live elsewhere, Deep Creek Lake, Maryland is just a mere hour from Pittsburgh, PA, a tad over three hours from Baltimore, MD, about 4-5 hours from Philadelphia, PA and and about four hours from Columbus, Ohio.

Approaching Deep Creek Lake, you will notice it is located just off of Interstate 68 on U.S. Route 219.

Deep Creek Lake Location

The Lake itself lies just west of the Allegheny Front on a large plateau known as the Tablelands or Allegany Highlands.  It’s location at the southernmost end of Meadow Mountain places it west of the Eastern Continental Divide and within the Mississippi River watershed.  Situated in the Western slopes of the Appalachian Mountains in Northeastern Maryland, Deep Creek Lake is minutes from the Pennsylvania, Ohio and West Virginia borders.  Located in Garrett County, MD, Deep Creek Lake is located near Accident and Oakland, MD.

Deep Creek Lake Overhead View

It’s quite simple, if you’re looking to get away from the city and wander into the country, Deep Creek Lake is in the middle of pure scenery!

More About Deep Creek Lake:

Deep Creek Lake History
Fun Facts About Deep Creek Lake
Explore White Water Rafting at ASCI
Deep Creek Lake State Park

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