Bear Creek Traders is the premiere gift and souvenir shop at Deep Creek Lake. It is the best place to shop, described as a one-stop shop with everything you would need for your trip. They offer a large variety of items, including DCL-specific wear for the entire family, house decor, wall art, signs, toys, t-shirts, magnets, mugs, and more. The store has very kind workers and awesome customer service. Prices are as expected for a tourist destination, with some items like men's snow gear being very reasonable. Visitors find it a cute store with so many things to browse and buy.
This place literally has anything you could possibly want when it comes to souvenirs. I collect dinner bells from places that I travel and I was able to find one here. The store is giant!
August 2026
My partner and I were there for a car event. This was the only place locally we found we could get some souvenirs. They did have some older 90s candies that we appreciated as well. If we come back next year. Will definitely make another stop.