7 days in Garrett County Itinerary

McHenry is a small community located in Garrett County, Maryland on the northern most shore of Deep Creek Lake.Located on the outskirts of McHenry is the Garrett County Airport, Wisp Ski Resort, and Golf Club at Wisp.McHenry is part of the media market of Pittsburgh.McHenry's population as of 2012 was 1,328. Kids will appreciate attractions like Swallow Falls State Park and Wisp Resort. Venture out of the city with trips to Grantsville (House of Yoder, Casselman River Bridge State Park, &more). There's still lots to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Deep Creek Lake State Park, see the interesting displays at Garrett County Historical Museum, take an in-depth tour of The Oakland B&O Railroad Museum, and admire the majestic nature at Herrington Manor State Park.

For traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our McHenry vacation planner.

Pittsburgh to McHenry is an approximately 2.5-hour car ride. You can also drive. Traveling from Pittsburgh in April, things will get little chillier in McHenry: highs are around 56°F and lows about 37°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Sat) so you can drive back home.