Trail Information

Reminder

The Garrett County Snowdrifters Club would like to remind ALL snowmobilers that we do not own any property or trails. It is a privilege to ride on someone else's property! As a snowmobiler you must recognize that landowners and the general public judge snowmobilers, and our club, based upon how YOU interact with them. We should be courteous, helpful, friendly, and respectful toward anyone we meet along the trail, especially those NOT on a snowmobile.

Trail Safety Information

Due to continued lake level monitoring operations by Deep Creek Hydro there is always open water at the dam close to the intake structure. It would be advised to stay clear of this area.

Maryland Park Service Issues Public Safety Warning For Deep Creek Lake
McHenry, Md. (January 6, 2012) - Maryland Park Service Press Release

Ice Thickness and Strength for Various Loading Conditions
Guidelines from the US Army Corps of Engineers

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Additional Information

Don't forget Maryland requires a current ORV sticker to ride the Lake or any State trails. ORV permits may be purchased at most State Forest Offices, Deep Creek Lake State Park Discovery Center or at Bill's Marine Service. Bill’s is one of our Associate Members.

OFF-ROAD VEHICLE (ORV) CERTIFICATE OF REGISTRATION
  Download the State of Maryland's ORV Application online before you go

COMAR Regulations and Maps
  Code of Maryland Regulations for Snowmobiles

Off-Road Vehicle Use On Maryland's Public Lands
  Offical State trail information and maps

Garrett County Snowdrifters Snowmobile Club - McHenry Maryland - info@gcsnowdrifters.org