COVID-19 statement: The safety of our participants and volunteers is paramount. With the situation still fluid and experts predicting that there will be resurgence in the fall, we've canceled the traditional, in-person Spook Hill Cider & Wine 4-Mile Run for 2020 and converted it to an all virtual event.
We have wine bottle-stopper race medals for the first 475 registrants. Register before 9/27 and you'll get a Spook Hill tech shirt and custom race bib via USPS in early October.
Most, if not all of our Wine Trail sponsors will be offering discounts/specials to our participants again this year even though we've gone virtual!
How can you reduce the risk of exposure or transmission? Follow the protocols put forth via the CDC’s website and practice common sense if you’re not feeling well.
The 2020 Virtual SMHS
Spook Hill Cider & Wine 4 Mile Run will be held
Saturday, October 17, through Sunday, October 25th 2020.
Registration is now OPEN.
You'll have to wait until at least 2021 to experience for yourself why we were again ranked one of the top runs in the country by Runners World Magazine, Sept., 2018
National Acclaim: In 2014, the Spook Hill Cider & Wine 4 Mile Run gained national attention with Competitor.com naming us a "Must Do" fall race in the Mid-Atlantic region!
Spook Hill appeared in the October 2015 edition of
Runner's World magazine, in the Races & Places feature.
Also in 2015, Fleet Feet Sports in Baltimore ranked us the
#1 October race to do in Maryland!
Again in 2018, Runners World ranked us 2nd of 15 Great Halloween Runs in the Country!
Spook Hill appeared in the October 2015 edition of
Runner's World magazine, in the Races & Places feature.
Also in 2015, Fleet Feet Sports in Baltimore ranked us the
#1 October race to do in Maryland!
Again in 2018, Runners World ranked us 2nd of 15 Great Halloween Runs in the Country!
Want More? Explore the Spook Hill Wine Trail!
Most, if not all, of the venues on the Spook Hill Wine Trail will be offering 2020 Virtual Spook Hill participants specials or discounts.
Orchid Cellar Meadery and Winery and Willow Oaks Craft Cider & Wine, both located in nearby Middletown, and Antietam Creek Vineyards in Sharpsburg are additional participating wineries that will be open the day of Spook Hill.
Mazzaroth Vineyard, a boutique winery in Middletown is not open to the public, but you can find their fine wines at many local retailers and restaurants.
Want to stop and grab a bite to eat while you're out tasting? Try The Little Red Barn Ice Cream Cafe (no adult beverages, but redeem your Barn tear-tag to receive a free kid's size soft-serve ice cream on race-day) in nearby Jefferson, MD.
The Spook Hill Wine Trail is the perfect opportunity for you (and your friends) to spend a nice autumn day in the country! Pricing and specials are valid for a short time only and are subject to change. Special details will be printed on tear-tags attached to your race bib.
Click Here To View The 2020 Spook Hill Wine Trail Map
Register today at: RunSignUp.com
2020 Registration fee schedule:
$33.00 through October 24, 2020
Note: SMHS has a no refund policy for the 2020 virtual event.
SWAG: The first 470 registrants will receive a wine bottle-stopper race medal. Those registering prior to 9/27 will receive a tee-shirt and race bib as well. All will be shipped via USPS in early October. Those registering after 9/27 will have their race SWAG sent to them as soon as possible.
For the latest updates, information and sponsor specials,"like" our Facebook page.
2020 Registration fee schedule:
$33.00 through October 24, 2020
Note: SMHS has a no refund policy for the 2020 virtual event.
SWAG: The first 470 registrants will receive a wine bottle-stopper race medal. Those registering prior to 9/27 will receive a tee-shirt and race bib as well. All will be shipped via USPS in early October. Those registering after 9/27 will have their race SWAG sent to them as soon as possible.
For the latest updates, information and sponsor specials,"like" our Facebook page.
Here is an unsolicited email from a 3 year Spook Hill participant:
"This run is without a doubt, the most delightful little race in Maryland. Thank you so, so much for a wonderful event--- Kudos all around. From arrival to the ease of parking (very nice parking attendants to guide you to your spot) a very organized, efficient packet pick-up, and a great DJ to warm you up pre-race. And who wouldn't love a beautiful wine glass for race swag!?
The course is just challenging enough for the elite, and manageable for the middle-of-the-pack and brisk walkers to feel like a morning well-spent! A fall jaunt thru vineyards and orchards is perfect.
My third year running and each year it just gets better and better. Everyone does an outstanding job and makes the whole experience an event not to be missed. From start to finish this run is just darn fun!
Thank you so much again, and look forward to seeing you all again next year,
Cheers!
Terry Zanowicz 10/25/2015"
"This run is without a doubt, the most delightful little race in Maryland. Thank you so, so much for a wonderful event--- Kudos all around. From arrival to the ease of parking (very nice parking attendants to guide you to your spot) a very organized, efficient packet pick-up, and a great DJ to warm you up pre-race. And who wouldn't love a beautiful wine glass for race swag!?
The course is just challenging enough for the elite, and manageable for the middle-of-the-pack and brisk walkers to feel like a morning well-spent! A fall jaunt thru vineyards and orchards is perfect.
My third year running and each year it just gets better and better. Everyone does an outstanding job and makes the whole experience an event not to be missed. From start to finish this run is just darn fun!
Thank you so much again, and look forward to seeing you all again next year,
Cheers!
Terry Zanowicz 10/25/2015"
2020 Shirt design is TBD
Thank You to our Partner Landowners!
Distillery Lane Ciderworks
Distillery Lane Ciderworks, located just outside of historic Burkittsville, Maryland, specializes in growing a wide variety of apples perfect for cider, baking, and eating. Our family-owned and operated farm and cidery offers unique apple varieties, sweet cider, and hard cider.
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Boordy Vineyards
We at Boordy celebrate life, wine and good food. We enjoy the spirit of challenge and adventure. We treasure art and music, and love to dance. We marvel at nature's beauty. We value our community and our traditions. We are proud to farm and produce our wine for you.
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