All the winter weather we’ve been experiencing this season may be of great inspiration to the bolder bunch who live here in the Mid-Atlantic. For them, the colder temperatures have a way of tempting intrepid interests, bringing them out of cozy confines in pursuit of frosty favorite recreational delights. As I mentioned last week, the Western Maryland region is particularly promising for winter wonders of many kinds. Whether you’re into snowboarding, snow tubing, skiing, or just watching your family get their frosty fill from the warm comforts of a nearby viewing spot, there’s one optimal option worth heading to this winter. I’m referring to the one and only Wisp Resort.
Located in scenic Garrett County, Maryland, near Deep Creek Lake, Wisp Resort stands out in renown as the state’s only four-season ski resort. While many changes have come to the site since the premier opening in the winter of 1955-1956, one constant that has always remained true is the ongoing commitment to offering optimal and versatile activities that cater to families of all skill sets and interests. These include non-snow-related endeavors as well.
Still, given the current state of the season we’re in, it’s worth mentioning Wisp Resort’s impressive 172 acres of ski terrain. Such a vast stretch provides for several “cool” endeavors. With more than 30 slopes and trails ranging in difficulty levels, skiing and snowboarding are the undeniable star attractions here. Snow tubing is another big one, with various packages and even an onsite tubing park to boot. Click here to learn about available tubing offers and group rates. What’s more, you’ll find all of the gear and equipment rentals you will need available in-house at the resort. They even offer a free-to-learn ski and snowboarding program for anyone ages eight and older. Lift tickets and season passes are also available.
In stepping away from winter wonders exclusively, you can’t miss all the awesome all-season passions to pursue at Wisp Resort. One of their most contested callouts is their one and only Mountain Coaster. Part alpine slide, part roller coaster, guests can take on this unique coasting option year-round. Read more on the attraction link.
Another exciting option is escaping to one of their two onsite Escape Rooms. Choose from either Excalibur or Pirates of Deep Creek. Click here for more details. Other warmer-weather outdoor activities include aerial adventures, professional golfing at various onsite courses, and so much more.
As a regal resort of sorts, the adjoining Lodge at Wisp features 169 guest rooms of varying designations. All provide an abundance of in-room amenities with options that include the King Suite and Luxury Suite, Lodge Queen Efficiency, Lodge Queen Deluxe, Queen Suite, and Double Suite. Visit the link to learn more.
No resort is complete without adequate dining and shopping on location. From gear to rentals, shop from four onsite stores, including Outdoor Elements, the Vertical Drop Shop, Mountain Park Shop, and the resort’s Golf Shops. Your onsite grub greats include DC’s Bar & Restaurant, Mountain Park Café, the Alpine Eatery, Last Chair Bar + Bistro, Sundown Café, and the Pumphouse Café. Click here to read about each one.
Wisp Resort has a seemingly endless array of attributes to boast and makes for an exceptional escape for the whole family to delight in any season. But a visit during the wintertime is the ultimate way to melt the edge off otherwise harsh and confining weather while creating memories to last a lifetime!
Wisp Resort is located at 296 Marsh Hill Road, McHenry, Maryland 21541. Find all additional information on their website at www.wispresort.com.