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Located in Maryland’s Garrett County and well known to skiers and riders in the Mid-Atlantic, Wisp Ski Resort is one of the longest running operations in the region. It is a skier’s and boarder’s playground with its over 170 acres and over 30 trails. With multiple terrain parks, freestylers can also get in on the action.
Where Is Wisp Ski Resort Located?
The resort is located two hours from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and three hours from the Washington, DC, metro area and Baltimore, Maryland. These cities are serviced by major airports. Get a rental car directly from the airport.
Inside Scoop
Lessons are available to skiers and boarders of all levels, including first-timers, adults and children. The resort offers more than skiing and boarding. Other activities include a mountain coaster, ice skating, snow tubing, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing at the Nordic Center. During the summer, you can go mountain biking, golfing or gem mining, or try your hand at disc golf or archery. Segway tours are also available on the mountain. There are many shops, restaurants and food courts in the village.
Restaurants
Breakfast
- MoonShadow offers an inexpensive brunch with breakfast sandwiches and omelets. It’s also a great place to listen to live music in the evenings. 145 Bumblebee Road, McHenry, Maryland 21541
Lunch
- Right on the mountain, Mountain Park Cafe provides all your lunch favorites: pizza, hot dogs, burgers and more. 296 Marsh Hill Road, McHenry, MD 21541
Dinner
- Wispers Bar & Grill is the place to go to watch the sunset. Its outdoor deck and full bar will relax you after your daily adventures. 296 Marsh Hill Road, McHenry, MD 21541
Apres/Nightlife
- Try a house beer at Mountain State Brewing Co. while taking in the majestic views of the mountains from the pub. 690 Sang Run Road, McHenry, MD 21541
Best Time for Snow
Average Snowfall
27"
17"
11"
6"
0"
0"
Nov
11"
Dec
21"
Jan
22"
Feb
12"
Mar
Terrain Overview
Beginners Runs
27%
Intermediate Runs
42%
Advanced Runs
30%
Runs in Total
33
Longest Run
1.5 mi
Skiable Terrain
172 ac
Night Skiing
118 ac
Snow Making
118 ac
Total Lifts: 12
Quad Chairs
2
Triple Chairs
5
Surface Lifts
5
Elevation
Base
2415'
Summit
3115'
Vertical Drop
700'
Important Dates
December 06, 20242024/12/06
Projected Opening
March 16, 20252025/03/16
Projected Closing
120
Projected Days Open
121
Days Open Last Year
69
Years Open
100"
Average Snowfall
Contact Information
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