A mountain-built trek across Wisp’s rugged Allegheny ridges and rolling high-country slopes. Push your pace. Carry your weight. Move with the pack.
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.
event Overview
Date: April 11, 2026
Where: McHenry, MD
Lodging: Wisp Resort →
Season: Spring
Avg Temp: 61°F
Course Details
Loop: 7 Miles
Terrain: Varied
Elev Gain: 802 ft
Choose
Your Distance
Finish in 10 hours and earn your patch or conquer three or four loops and claim the Grey Wolf. Every level lets you ruck for an extra challenge.
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Trail Details
You’ll begin on quiet wooded trail near the base of Wisp, easing into shaded forest as the route starts to climb.
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.
You’ll finish back at the base after a smooth descent down broad mountain corridors, stepping out of the woods right at the trailhead.
Elevation
Course Map
Trail Pack
Each participant receives a selection of functional essentials and commemorative items, plus a chance to earn the Grey Wolf Medal for conquering the upper levels.
- Commemorative Patch
- UltraTrax Finisher Shirt
- Grey Wolf Medal (Level 3 & 4)
- Bonus swag for vest/ruck
Event Highlights
Every UltraTrax race is built to deliver an exceptional day outside. Smart course design, strong support, and an atmosphere that charges you up.
For Walkers, Hikers & Ruckers
Whether you’re walking your first loop or rucking all four, every level has a place
Professionally timed course
Every mile is tracked with accurate timing so you can focus on your effort
Well-marked trails
Clear signage and confident wayfinding keep you on track
Great Food & Cold Drinks
A lively base camp celebration with DJ, local food, and cold beer
Professional Photos
Professional photographers capture the day. All included
Singletrack, ridgeline, fire roads
Terrain gives you flow, climb, and panoramic ridgeline views
Explore Deep Creek
Set in the heart of Maryland’s mountain lake country, Deep Creek is a relaxed warm-weather getaway offering scenic waterfront views, wooded hiking trails, and easy access to Wisp Resort’s summer adventures. Spend the day paddling across the lake, exploring nearby state parks and waterfalls, or visiting local shops, breweries, and cafés that give the area its welcoming small-town charm. Whether you’re craving calm lakeside moments or laid-back mountain energy, Deep Creek provides a refreshing place to unwind before and after your UltraTrax challenge.
Explore The Resort
Find fun, adventure, and relaxation off the trail—and exclusive discounts on lodging at Massanutten Resort with your UltraTrax registration.
Tree-lined fairways, with plenty of uphill and downhill contours, and gorgeous scenery at every turn. Hit the links with two challenging yet playable 18-hole courses.
Tree-lined fairways, with plenty of uphill and downhill contours, and gorgeous scenery at every turn. Hit the links with two challenging yet playable 18-hole courses.
Tree-lined fairways, with plenty of uphill and downhill contours, and gorgeous scenery at every turn. Hit the links with two challenging yet playable 18-hole courses.
Explore The Resort
Stay steps from the mountain at Wisp Resort — a welcoming lakeside base perfectly positioned for summer hiking, ridge exploring, and the scenic calm of Maryland’s Deep Creek Lake.
Relax in the indoor pool and hot tub, or take in the fresh mountain air while unwinding on the lodge’s outdoor patios after a day on the trails.
Access Wisp’s network of summer trails for hiking, lift-accessed adventures, and mountaintop views, with Deep Creek Lake just minutes away for paddling and shoreline exploring.
Enjoy comfortable lodge-style rooms and suites with easy access to fitness facilities, cozy common areas, and quiet spaces ideal for recharging between climbs.
Refuel at on-site restaurants or explore local cafés, breweries, and lakefront dining around Deep Creek — perfect for a relaxed, post-trek meal with a view.
Volunteer
Join our team behind the scenes for discounted registration and the opportunity to earn exclusive merch.
Be Trail Ready
Find course maps, training tools, gear guides, and clear prep info—everything you need in one place to get ready with confidence.
Support the Cause
A portion of every registration supports Conservation Lands Foundation, helping protect the public lands and trails we depend on.
FAQs
Covers everything from pacing to cutoffs, training, rucking, aid, facilities, refunds, and safety. Event specific FAQs located HERE.
We have an open start line from 7am-10am. However, if you're attempting the 21 or 28 mile challenge, we highly recommend targeting the 7am-730am timeframe.
Yes. All distances must be completed within 10 hours to officially finish the challenge and earn your UltraTrax patch and medal (Level 3 and 4 only). This window is designed to push you, but still give walkers of all abilities enough time to complete the course safely.
Not at all. UltraTrax is built for all levels of athletic ability. You choose your distance and whether to level up with a weighted vest or ruck.
Yes- check our custom training plans HERE.
Wear clothing you’re comfortable sweating in. Light, breathable layers, moisture-wicking socks, and a hat or sun protection. Choose trail shoes or road shoes you’ve already tested on longer walks. If conditions are wet or muddy, trail shoes with grip are ideal.
UltraTrax is designed as a walking event, but you won’t be disqualified for running! We just ask that you follow approporatie trail etiquette and only pass when it’s safe and there’s plenty of room. If the trail narrows to single-track or feels crowded, we ask that you slow to a walk and stay in line until it opens up again.
Your safety comes first. If you need to stop, UltraTrax volunteers and staff will help guide you back to the base area or to the nearest aid station.
The route will be clearly marked with signage, arrows, bright tape, and volunteers will be stationed at key intersections and aid points.
Because UltraTrax requires significant planning, staffing, and coordination with our resort / course partners, registrations are non-refundable. If you can no longer attend, you may transfer your registration to a future event date for a small fee.
We’re here to help. Email us anytime at info@ultratraxgo.com and our team will get back to you quickly.
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