You will begin your tour at the Drane House in Accident, MD and travel north through some of the prettiest spots in Garrett County. We have included some of our favorite stops along the way for you but you will most likely find many other stops that you just wont be able to pass up. We have estimated this tour at 1 hour and 30 minutes. Please keep in mind this is an estimate and you may finish it sooner or take much longer depending on the duration of your stops.
Begin your tour at the Drane House
Old Cemetery Rd. Accident, MDTravel to Accident on Rt 219 North from Deep Creek Lake. Turn Right at St. Paul's Lutheran Church. it will be on the corner. Old Cemetery Rd.Take a right at the Cemetery and the Drane house will be on the Left.The Drane house was built in 1798 by William Lamar and was given to his sister and her husband, Priscilla and James Drane in about 1800. The Drane House was purchased by the Town of Accident in 1987, reconstructed and preserved on the original site, and dedicated in 1994. The Drane House is a key landmark in the early history of Western Maryland and a vital part of its heritage. In fact, it is believed to be the oldest standing structure in Garrett County.
New Germany State Park
349 Headquarters LaneGrantsville MD 21536Leaving Casselman River Bridge. Turn left onto US Rte. 40Turn Right onto New Germany Rd. Approximately 5 miles New Germany State park entrance will be in the left. New Germany State Park’s visitors frequently call it a “best kept secret.” This mountain gem is nestled between the 2,900 ft. Big Savage Mountain to the east and the eastern Continental Divide along Meadow Mountain to the west. New Germany has diverse forests with ten miles of multi-use trails and a small lake suitable for fishing, swimming, and non-motorized boating. There is no cell phone service at New Germany State Park. A pay phone is available at 474 McAndrews Hill Road, Grantsville, Maryland (across the road from New Germany Lake). However, most enjoy being "Unplugged" for awhile.
Ledo's Pizza
24465 Garrett Hwy McHenry, MD 21541Traveling through some more scenic roads you will continue on New Germany Rd to Glendale Rd (bear Right) Follow to US 219 turn Right. Follow Rte. 219 to you destination. Enjoy some lunch.Ledo's Pizza is a proud sponsor of the 2019 Autumn Glory Fall Foliage ToursLedo Pizza started near the University of Maryland in 1955. Famous for their Square Pizza with flaky crust and sweet sauce. A perfect place for family and friends to gather for lunch or dinner while at Deep Creek Lake.
Humberson Homes and 1 Real Estate Source
Autumn Glory Fall Foliage Tour Sponsor25254 A Garrett Hwy McHenry, MD 21541Leaving Ledo's turn left onto US Rte. 219 Humberson homes will be on the right. Approximately .8 miles Humberson Homes LLC is a professional “Turn–Key” Building Contractor of Modular Homes, Cabins and Chalets. Free “custom” or standard floor planning. Modern, energy efficient homes! “Quality and Affordability.”Humberson Homes has been one of the leading home builders in Deep Creek Lake, Garrett County, MD, and surrounding areas for the last 30 years.
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