TOP ATTRACTIONS

Zip Through the Mountain: Wisp’s new Mountain Coaster is a blast for families looking for a high-octane adventure. Imagine a high speed roller coaster zipping through the forest. www.wispresort.com.

Cross Country Skiing: All nine state parks within Garrett county offer cross country ski trails, and the family owned Backbone Mountain Cross Country Ski Farm will set you up with rentals, lessons, and even guided trips on their own 525 acres of snowy bliss. www.backbonefarm.com.

Mush!: Take a snowy tour of Deep Creek Lake as several hard-working Siberian huskies pull you through the powder. The entertaining and educational dogsled tours are a tradition in snowy Garrett County. www.visitdeepcreek.com.

Enjoy the Ice: There’s nothing like Deep Creek Lake, a 3,000-acre body of fresh water that consistently freezes winter after winter. This is the heart of Garrett County, and a boon for winter recreation. From snowshoe trails to ice fishing, if you’re not on the mountain, you should be on the lake. www.garrettchamber.com.

EAT HERE
Savage River Lodge: This casual restaurant tucked inside a lodge features local organic vegetables in season and specialty meats, seafood, game, and vegetarian dishes prepared in an open kitchen complete with a wood-burning oven. 301-689-3200. www.savageriverlodge.com.

STAY HERE
Long and Foster: From ski in, ski out homes to lakeside abodes, Long and Foster has you covered. Many of their homes are dog friendly and fully stocked with locally made dog biscuits. Check out their exclusive concierge services (hot meals when you come off the slopes) and their excellent ski free, stay free packages. Prices range from $395 to $2,900 per weekend. 800-336-7303. www.deepcreekresort.com.

BUY HERE
Long and Foster: A complete listing of homes for sale, from mountaintop chalets to lake-side homes. Families have been choosing Deep Creek Lake as their second home destination for decades. 800-336-LAKE. www.deepcreekresort.com.