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UltraTrax Wisp

UltraTrax Wisp

Race Date

Apr 10, 2027

Location

McHenry, MD

Quick facts

Date
Saturday, April 10, 2027
Location
McHenry, Maryland
Distance
Half marathon (13.1 mi) + 7 Miles, 21 Miles, 28 Miles
Course
Loop Course
Terrain
Trail
USATF certified
Not listed

Highlights

Good For

Beginner Friendly

Atmosphere

Low KeyGreat Medal

Course

Well Marked

The Experience

UltraTrax is back at Wisp Resort for another year of challenge, fun and community! The revised course will feature even more trails and scenic views, showcasing he very best of the area's Appalachian terrain. Your adventure begins at the resort base, climbing swiftly up the wooded ski-runs and service roads into the heart of the mountain. You’ll traverse flowing single-track, cut across wide double-track snow-cat paths, and ride high on ridge trails that offer sweeping views across Deep Creek Lake. At the summit the vista opens up: panoramic mountain views, crisp air, and a rewarding vantage point before the real fun begins. From there, you’ll dive into the descent - rock-strode, tree-lined corridors, and flowing ski-trail connectors that funnel you back toward the village. The final stretch brings you flying down toward the resort base, finishing at the heart of Wisp Resort. Participants and spectators are welcome to hang out and celebrate their achievement with a variety of food and drinks available for purchase.  Choose your distance: 7, 14, 21, or 28 miles, and complete in 10 hours to earn the coveted UltraTrax Grey Wolf Medal. Toss on a 10, 20, or 35-lb weighted vest or ruck and unlock bonus finisher swag + serious bragging rights. The course will be extremely well marked. Email Notification VERY IMPORTANT: We send out several emails with important information prior to the event. We have found several email platforms block our email address. To ensure you receive important UltraTrax event updates, please add both of the following email addresses to your contacts/safe sender list: • noreply@email.onrsu.com • info@ultratraxgo.com Gmail Users: • Check your Promotions or Spam folder after registering • Move UltraTrax emails into your Primary inbox • Click “Not Spam” if needed Yahoo Users: • Open any UltraTrax email and click “Not Spam” • Add both email addresses to your Yahoo Contacts Apple Mail/iPhone Users/Outlook/Hotmail: • Add both email addresses to your Contacts app/Safe Senders list • Check Junk folders and mark emails as “Not Junk” • If using iCloud Mail, move UltraTrax emails into your inbox if they appear in Junk Event Highlights Exhilarating Trails: Experience an incredible loop trail across Wisp's scenic terrain, offering stunning views and varied hiking paths. All Level Challenge: UltraTrax is designed for beginners and experienced athletes alike. Bring a friend and level up the route by adding weight to carry! Fun Atmosphere: Enjoy the lively setting with fellow adventurers. Trek Day Information UltraTrax Wisp kicks off at 7am on April 10, 2027. The starting line will be open from 7am to 10am. It is not a race, but it is a timed event and walkers will have 10 hours to complete the course. Bibs can be mailed or picked up the morning of the event. **IF YOU REGISTER AFTER 3/25/27, BIBS MUST BE PICKED UP IN PERSON. A friend or relative can pick up a bib if you can't attend. Complimentary parking is available onsite. Finishers will receive a custom t-shirt, medal and velcro patch.  *If you signed up to carry weight, you will need to bring your own vest/backpack. We will weigh it the morning of the event. Everything counts toward the total except perishable items. Complimentary parking is available onsite. Finishers will receive a custom t-shirt, UltraTrax patch, and medal (this year all levels qualify to earn a medal!) Refreshments and food for purchase will be available after the trek. Mission Driven  UltraTrax is committed to making a positive impact beyond its events. A portion of all proceeds is donated to the Conservation Lands Foundation.

Logistics

Race Day

Saturday, April 10, 2027

Start Time

8:30 AM

Giveaway

T-Shirt

Start Location

296 Marsh Hill Rd, McHenry, MD, 21541

Directions

Course Info

Course Type

Loop Course

Terrain

trail

Scenery

Mountain, Forest

Surface

Dirt Trail

Difficulty

Mountainous

Net Drop/km

0 m (Flat)

Separation

0.0%

Also Offers

7 Miles21 Miles28 Miles

Quality Score

Methodology
Heritage0/20

first year

Size0/15

no finisher counts yet

Momentum3/5

small race — neutral

Loyalty0/20

needs a few years of results

Course & details3/15

3 timing sources

National draw0/10

no finisher data yet

Front-pack speed0/5

no winner time yet

Weather10/10

typical high 58°F

Race Day Weather

5-year historical avg

Start (Low)

40°

Afternoon (High)

58°

Ideal racing weather — cool and comfortable

0.1"

Precipitation

13 mph

Wind

71%

Humidity

Frequently asked

When is the UltraTrax Wisp?

The UltraTrax Wisp is held on Saturday, April 10, 2027, starting at 8:30 AM.

Where does the UltraTrax Wisp take place?

It takes place in McHenry, Maryland.

What distances does the UltraTrax Wisp offer?

The half marathon (13.1 miles), plus 7 Miles, 21 Miles, 28 Miles.

Is the UltraTrax Wisp course flat and good for a PR?

The UltraTrax Wisp is a mountainous, loop course course.

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