Wisp Resort Is Open for the Season — Warm Up at Pine Lodge Steakhouse After the Slopes 🎿🔥

Dec 5, 2025

Winter has officially arrived at Deep Creek Lake — Wisp Resort opened for the season on December 5th, and skiers and snowboarders are already hitting the slopes. With fresh mountain air, snow-covered runs, and that unmistakable ski-season energy, it’s the perfect time to plan your winter getaway.

And when the lifts stop spinning? Pine Lodge Steakhouse is where your après-ski plans should begin.

🎿 A Strong Start to Ski Season at Wisp Resort

Wisp Resort’s early December opening signals the start of one of the most anticipated times of year in Western Maryland. Whether you’re carving turns, teaching the kids to ski, or just soaking in the winter atmosphere, Wisp delivers classic mountain fun just minutes from McHenry and Oakland.

As the season ramps up, visitors can expect:

  • Consistent winter conditions

  • A lively ski village atmosphere

  • Après-ski dining, drinks, and fireside relaxation nearby

🔥 Après-Ski Comfort Food at Pine Lodge Steakhouse

After a day on the mountain, nothing hits quite like a warm, hearty meal — and Pine Lodge Steakhouse is less than 5 minutes from Wisp Resort.

Step inside our log-cabin-style steakhouse and enjoy:

  • Hand-cut steaks like our Cowboy Ribeye and New StripSteak

  • Fall-off-the-bone Moonshine Ribs

  • Our Legendary Creamy Crab Soup

  • Craft cocktails, premium bourbon, and local beer

  • A cozy dining room with fireplaces perfect for winter nights

Pine Lodge is the ideal place to refuel and relax.

🍷 Happy Hour & Winter Specials

Ski season pairs perfectly with:

  • Happy Hour (Sunday–Thursday, 4–6 PM)

  • Seasonal specials and comfort-food favorites

  • Group-friendly seating for families and ski crews

Coming off the slopes early? Happy hour is the perfect way to unwind before dinner.

❄️ Make Pine Lodge Part of Your Ski Tradition

For many locals and visitors, skiing at Wisp and dining at Pine Lodge go hand in hand. Whether it’s your first run of the season or your hundredth, we’re here to make your winter evenings just as memorable as your days on the mountain.

Wisp is open. The snow is here. The steaks are hot.
We’ll see you fireside at Pine Lodge Steakhouse.

📍 1520 Deep Creek Drive, McHenry, MD
📞 301-387-6500