Sixty-five miles of lake shore are open to public fishing. Ice fishing is available during the winter months. Deep Creek Lake is Maryland's premier destination resort. I-95 exit 100 MD Route 272 south for approximately 10 miles south of the town of North East. There are 278 campsites which can accommodate tents trailers or motor homes.
Several loops allow pets.
Other amenities include rustic four person cabins, four person camper cabins, boat launch ramps, and a picnic area with two pavilions and swimming beach. The Bowers Center offers overnight group accommodations for thirty people. The Turkey Point Lighthouse overlooking the head of the Chesapeake Bay is on the southern end of the park. The Fair Hill Nature Center and Environmental Foundation are also located here. The fort's stone wall and two barracks have been restored to their 1758 appearance.