Get ready to elevate your spring at Wisp Resort with UltraTrax at Wisp Resort. This trail-powered adventure winds through wooded slopes, ridgelines, and hidden glades right here on Maryland's Mountaintop. And it’s not your typical race—it’s a community-driven endurance experience where you choose your challenge and take on the trails at your own pace, whether you’re walking, hiking, or rucking.
The route blends shaded single-track, punchy climbs, and open ski-trail stretches — with sweeping views over Deep Creek Lake and the surrounding mountains rewarding every ascent.
Choose your distance: 7, 14, 21, or 28 miles. Walk unweighted or carry 10, 20, or 35 pounds for an added challenge. Complete in 10 hours to earn your swag.
Register Now| Level | Price | Price on 2/1 |
| Level 1 - 7 mi | $66 | $76 |
| Level 2 - 14 mi | $96 | $106 |
| Level 3 - 21 mi | $106 | $116 |
| Level 4 - 28 mi | $126 | $136 |
Date: April 11, 2026
Where: Wisp Resort 296 Marsh Hill Road, McHenry, MD
Season: Spring
Course Details
Loop: 7 Miles
Terrain: Varied
Elevation Gain: 802ft
Bring Your Adventure Energy
This event welcomes all levels, from first-time trail walkers to seasoned hikers and ruckers. Go unweighted or add 10, 20, or 35 pounds to your challenge for bonus swag and bragging rights. The well-marked course moves through shaded single-track, punchy climbs, and open ski-trail stretches — with sweeping views over Deep Creek Lake and the surrounding mountains rewarding every ascent. You’ll get true Wisp Resort spring terrain at its best.
During the Race
Where you’ll start: You’ll begin on quiet wooded trail near the base of Wisp, easing into shaded forest as the route starts to climb.
What you’ll see: You’ll wind through dense hardwoods, rolling ridgelines, and open ski-trail stretches, with sweeping views of Deep Creek Lake and the surrounding Allegheny Mountains emerging as you gain elevation.
Where you’ll finish: You’ll finish back at the base after a smooth descent down broad mountain corridors, stepping out of the woods right at the trailhead.
Post Race Celebration
After you cross the finish, stay and soak in the Wisp Resort vibe. The post-trek celebration at base camp brings together participants with food, refreshments, and good energy. It’s the perfect finish line to swap stories and toast your trek with friends and fellow adventurers.
More InfoAfter conquering miles of single-track and ridge trails, return to your room to rest and recharge — no long drives required. The lodge’s prime location also makes it easy to enjoy post-event celebrations, social gatherings, grab a bite to eat, and be in the center of all the action.
Turn your UltraTrax challenge into a full getaway with family and friends with a specialty room rate of $129 per night
Call 800-462-9477 to book.
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