Jennifer W.
6/27/2023
It was a rather rainy day on our vacation and I had seen a sign for the Discovery center so we decided to check it out. We have 6 children with us from 2-10 years old and they all had a good time....
The Discovery Center at Deep Creek Lake
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898 State Park Rd
Swanton, MD 21561
The Discovery Center at Deep Creek Lake, located within Deep Creek Lake State Park, serves as an educational venue for visitors of all ages. This unique facility features hands-on exhibits that highlight the natural resources, wildlife, and cultural heritage of Western Maryland, transforming a former logging and coal mining region into a popular vacation destination.
In addition to its engaging exhibits, the center offers programs such as the Scales and Tales initiative, which promotes appreciation for Maryland's wildlife through the care of injured birds of prey. The Discovery Center also provides customizable field trips for school groups, helping to fulfill educational standards while fostering a deeper understanding of the environment.
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4.55 reviews
Julia E.
6/27/2023
We visited the discovery center today because we thought it would be a good rainy day activity. To our surprise it was really awesome and free! There were some live animals on their first floor...
Jose M.
9/11/2023
This is a cute little visitor center type place with an intro to local wildlife. It's not a big space but little kids will enjoy watching the turtles and snakes, as well as the stuffed(?) versions...
Linda V.
7/7/2019
Such a nice resource for visitors and campers at Deep Creek Lake! They have all kind of educational information for guests to read and see. Down stairs they have an activity room for kids to get...
Nicole W.
10/11/2021
So this is a little visitor center type spot. It's nice for kids, and a quick walk through. It's free which is really nice. There is a 'hands-on' classroom downstairs that my toddler loved. They...
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