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Wisp Resort Resort Guide
Projected to open Nov 29
Projected to open November 29, 2026
Best months to book: February, January, December · 30-yr snow record
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Projected to open Nov 29
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Resort Guide
Wisp Resort is located in McHenry, Maryland, near Deep Creek Lake, and features 172 acres of skiable terrain with 33 trails, 12 lifts, and a vertical drop of 700 feet. The resort offers a family-friendly atmosphere with a variety of winter activities including skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, and a mountain coaster. Key amenities include on-site lodging, dining options, and a full-service rental and retail shop. Wisp Resort stands out for its year-round offerings and convenient access to outdoor recreation in the scenic Appalachian Mountains.
Gallery
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Terrain & lifts
Resort-reported stats for Wisp Resort
Lifts
12
Skiable area
172 ac
Longest run
2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Lift fleet
- Quad chair2
- Triple chair5
- Surface lift5
Snowmaking covers about 100% of terrain.
Resort Info
Season dates
Future dates are operator estimates and may change.
Ski passes
Indy Pass
Access tiers change by season — confirm benefits on the pass operator's site.
Top Après Ski
Wispers Bar & Grill – Located at the base of Wisp Resort, Wispers is celebrated for its welcoming après-ski atmosphere, offering craft beers, cocktails, and hearty fare alongside live entertainment and panoramic slope views, making it a favorite gathering spot for skiers and snowboarders to unwind after a day on the mountain.
Season vs Historic
Updated Mon, Oct 19, 07:05 PM UTC
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Off-season · 115cm full-season avg
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Off-season · 130cm full-season avg
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5-Yr Avg by Now
The last completed season totaled ~113.9 cm. That's near the 5-year average (115 cm). Versus the 30-year baseline: 12% below the 30-year average (130 cm).
Wisp Resort Season Snowfall
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Wisp Resort Snow History
Average annual snowfall is 121cm with an average of 30 snowfall days per season. The table below shows monthly averages across 30 seasons of archive data (modeled snowpack at mid-elevation).
| Month | Avg Snowfall | Snowfall Days | Avg Base Depth | Max Base Depth | Biggest Snowfall |
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| November | 9cm | 2 days | 2cm | 7cm | 4cm |
| December | 21cm | 5 days | 5cm | 14cm | 6cm |
| January | 32cm | 8 days | 11cm | 26cm | 9cm |
| February | 28cm | 6 days | 14cm | 28cm | 9cm |
| March | 20cm | 5 days | 6cm | 19cm | 7cm |
| April | 7cm | 2 days | 1cm | 5cm | 4cm |
| May | 1cm | 0 days | 0cm | 2cm | 2cm |
Source: SnowSure archive · Open-Meteo ERA5 reanalysis at mid-elevation. Depth is modeled, not resort-reported.
Season at a Glance
Next season(2026-27)
Opens Nov 29, 2026
Through Mar 14, 2027
Multi-season averages will appear once SnowSure has tracked more than one full season.
Best Months to Visit
February
Peak Season
January
Peak Season
March
Good
December
Good
Note: Based on typical ski season patterns for this region.
Frequently asked questions about Wisp Resort
- Where is Wisp Resort?
- Wisp Resort is a ski resort in the United States.
- How high is Wisp Resort?
- Wisp Resort runs from a base elevation of 736 m (2,415 ft) to a summit of 950 m (3,117 ft), giving a vertical drop of 214 m (702 ft).
- How big is Wisp Resort?
- Wisp Resort has 172 acres (70 hectares) of skiable terrain, 33 marked runs and 12 lifts.
- Which ski pass covers Wisp Resort?
- Wisp Resort is on the Indy Pass. Access terms such as blackout dates and day limits vary by pass tier, so check the pass operator for the current season.
- When is ski season at Wisp Resort?
- Wisp Resort typically operates from November to March. Exact opening and closing dates shift each year with snowfall — check the resort's current season dates before booking.
- How much snow does Wisp Resort get in a typical season?
- Wisp Resort averages 100 inches / 254 cm of snowfall in a typical season. Any individual season can run well above or below that.
