Hiking Excursions: Explore Swallow and Muddy Creek Falls on the Youghiogheny

Muddy Creek Falls

After an unusually mild winter Garrett County is getting some very nice and early spring weather.  Many first time visitors to the area ask what there is to see and do.  One of the many things and at the top of the list is Swallow Falls State Park.  Spring is a Great time to visit Muddy Creek Falls, Maryland's highest waterfall at 53 feet.  A 1 1/4 mile trail meanders through the sensitive management area along the Youghiogheny River where there are Virgin Hemlock and White Pine estimated to be 300 years old.  Along with Muddy Creek Falls you can take in the sights of the Upper and Lower Swallow Falls, Toliver Falls, as well as check out local kayakers braving the rapids and boulders of the river they call "The Yough".  Swallow Falls is one of the most scenic areas in the county and the 1 1/4 mile trail is well maintained allowing for wonderful views and access.

Where Do You Get This Cheese?

Many times in the past, usually during evening wine and appetizers, we here at Lake Pointe Inn are asked something along these lines:  Where do you get this cheese and how can I get it?

The answer: FireFly Farms, located in the nearby town of Accident. FireFly Farms produces artisinal cheeses from local goat's milk.  They have been in business for a decade and this past year opened the FireFly Farms Creamery & Market where you can get a view of the cheese making process as well as purchase cheese and other unique items.

Throughout the year FireFly Farms hosts Seasonally Curated Cheese Tasting & Pairing Experiences.  We encourage not only our guests here at the Inn to check this out but anyone interested in becoming educated in the sensory aspects of cheese. The dates for this month are March 1-3, March 8-10 and March 15-17. Reservations must be made a minimum 24 hrs in advance and are subject to availability. 

Check out there website at http://www.fireflyfarms.com/ to see what seasonal pairings are being offered every month, hours of operation, to place orders, and obtain creative recipes.