Overview
Oakland is a small town in Garrett County, and one of the westernmost towns of Maryland. With a historic district, Oakland is one of the prettier towns in the area for a stroll.
4 sights · 1 things to do · 1 places to eat · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Oakland
Herrington Manor State Park
Herrington Manor State Park is a 365-acre (1.5-sq km) forest. There are hiking paths, a swimming beach, and a fishing pier. Boats, canoes, and kayaks are available to rent from mid-April to mid- October.
Oakland B&O Railroad Museum
Garrett County Museum of Transportation
Our Town Theater
Theatrical plays and performances.
Garrett County Historical Museum
Garrett County exhibits include the county's founding, its history, and the way of life for its historical residents.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: Jun–Sep. Summer highs reach about 70°F; winter lows dip to about 14°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Mar, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Dec and Jan. (climate data from nearby Snowshoe)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- MGW Morgantown Municipal Airport Walter L. (Bill) Hart Field, Morgantown — 32 mi away. Directions
- CKB North Central West Virginia Airport, Bridgeport — 45 mi away. Directions
- PIT Pittsburgh International Airport, Pittsburgh — 87 mi away (major hub). Directions
Oakland is a quick drive along US Route 219, southwest of Deep Creek Lake.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Oakland B&O Railroad Museum, Garrett County Museum of Transportation, Garrett County Historical Museum
- Lunch Stonecroft Manor (formerly The Cornish Manor)
- Afternoon Our Town Theater, Herrington Manor State Park
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Get in
Oakland is a quick drive along US Route 219, southwest of Deep Creek Lake.
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Eat
Eat Stonecroft Manor (formerly The Cornish Manor)
A great deal for a rather fancy American restaurant, located in a pretty, historic mansion.
Sleep
Stay Cabins at Herrington Manor State Park
Rent a rural cabins surrounded by a state park. Cabins have electricity, heat, beds, bathrooms with a shower, kitchens with refrigerator and dishes, and wood-burning fireplaces. Guests must bring their own towels, bed sheets, pillows, pillow cases, blankets, soap, and food. Cabins sleep two, four, or six people, depending on size. Two cabins are accessible for people with physical disabilities.
Nearby
Deep Creek Lake
Rural area · 20 listings · 9 mi away
McHenry
City / town · 8 listings · 11 mi away
Kingwood
City / town · 8 listings · 16 mi away
Davis
City / town · 32 listings · 19 mi away
Grantsville
City / town · 3 listings · 24 mi away
Frostburg
City / town · 19 listings · 31 mi away
Ohiopyle
City / town · 7 listings · 32 mi away
Morgantown
City / town · 73 listings · 33 mi away
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