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Trail Report – : Keweenaw Peninsula / Houghton-Hancock, South Range, Copper Harbor, Michigan – December 31, 2019

Reporter:tpeters

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 20″ to 30″

Date of Report: December 31, 2019

Area Report:

The rain hurt our awesome snow, but with the snow we got yesterday into today, the trails are back in business. The groomers went back out at dark last night and were out all day, as usual. Snow totals were 18″ and more. There are several trails that have wet spots that I will list below. Luckily we had a good, hard base and the new snow was all we needed to whip the trails back into shape. The Dreamland trail is open and being groomed. Get your trip together, you don’t want to miss the best trail system around!!

Remember: Trail 3 from Dollar Bay to Lake Linden will be closed for the season, as well as the Freda Loop.

Trail 124 to Gay has slush/water on the Phoenix side of the Gay/Mohawk Road.
Trail 122 should be avoided due to water.
Trail 132 has several wet areas.
Trail out to High Rock Point has deep water and should be avoided.
Trail 134 has a wet area.

Please ride with caution. There may be other wet areas popping up or trees coming down from the heavy snow.

See you on the trails!!!

Trail Report – : Ashland County, Wisconsin – December 31, 2019

Reporter:info@visitashland.com

Trail Conditions: Poor

Snow Cover: 8-16

Date of Report: December 31, 2019

Area Report:

Ashland County Snowmobile Report December 31, 2019
Ashland County trails are open but reported poor condition and not being groomed at this time. LOTS of standing WATER on the trail. If you see water, please do not go through some is very deep. Be respectful of the farmers land! Stay on trail, much of the Ashland County snowmobile trail system uses private property and could be lost if the property owners experiences issues. The most common complaints are snowmobiles not staying on trails or going off into fields that are not part of the trail, and loud noise from non-stock muffler systems. Respect the trail system so that it remains open. The Tri-county corridor is open.

Trail Report – : Hayward / Sawyer County, Wisconsin – December 31, 2019

Reporter:haywardlakes

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 9 to 16 inches

Date of Report: December 31, 2019

Area Report:

Hello Riders!

Most of Sawyer County received approximately 5-6″ of fresh snow yesterday. The temps continue to be below freezing and that is what we need to firm things up again after the low temps and rain last weekend. The northern part of the county has some good trails in the county forests however in low spots there is standing water. The southern area is reporting a lot of standing water and slush. Due to this all grooming in Sawyer County continues to be on hold until the cool temps can firm things up. Some groomers have been out to test the trails but find it will do more damage than good so they will stay off until hardened. We are asking your help to ride and pack the trails, this packs that fresh snow in so it freezes and sets. We ask that you ride the width of the groomer, approximately 8-9 feet apart. This trail packing is so important to aid in getting groomers back out so grab your sleds!

Please no lake or swamp riding until further notice as well.

Keep checking back as we will continue to update

Trail Report – : Crivitz, Wisconsin – December 31, 2019

Reporter:ironsnowshoe

Trail Conditions: Early Season

Snow Cover: Trails are OPEN

Date of Report: December 31, 2019

Area Report:

Iron Snow Shoe Snowmobile Trails are OPEN to Snowmobiles.

We ask that all ATV/UTV stay off the trails due to the softness of the trails.

Watch for wet areas and downed trees due to the heavy snow.

Groomers will be out tonight. Happy New and Ride Safe!

Trail Report – : Boulder Junction, Wisconsin – December 31, 2019

Reporter:boulderwi

Trail Conditions: Fair

Snow Cover: 16-22 inches

Date of Report: December 31, 2019

Area Report:

Trail update – December 31, 2019: Groomers were out last night through early this morning doing what they could. With the large amounts of snow it will create bumps quickly. This is a wet snow and needs to be packed down and then a freeze up to make them stiff. Groomers will be out again this afternoon and tonight. Please have patience folks.

Trail report for December 30, 2019 – Poor to fair. The bad news is that the temps the last couple of days were in the 30’s with rain and lots of traffic degrading our trails rapidly. The good news is that it is snowing right now we are expected to get several inches of snow through today with cooler temps. We will just have to wait to see how much snow we receive. 6” to 9” is expected. Along with cooler temps our groomers will be out grooming to make a better ride for you starting tonight. Be aware that groomers can be out grooming at any time of the day or night grooming. Take all directions from the groomer. Please pray for more snow and subzero temps. Please use extreme caution in all areas! Stay on marked trails! I hope everyone has a safe and happy New Year. Remember to be safe, ride right, and enjoy the ride.

Jim (Hammy) Hamilton, Boulder Junction Snowmobile Club President

Join us for these upcoming events:

January 11: Snowmobile Club Brat Fry
January 18: Wittig’s Big Fish Ice Fishing Tournament
January 19: Snowmobile Club Breakfast
February 1: Frozen Tozen Ice Fishing Tournament
February 15: Forest Frenzy Winter Triathlon
February 16: Snowmobile Club Breakfast
March 7: Snowmobile Club Cabin Fever Party

Trail Report – : Spooner and Washburn County, Wisconsin – December 31, 2019

Reporter:Washburn County

Trail Conditions: Fair

Snow Cover: 6 – 12

Date of Report: December 31, 2019

Area Report:

All Washburn County Snowmobile Trails are open at this time. Trail conditions are fair with a 6 to 12 inch compacted snow base. It has been a difficult year for snowmobile trail maintenance; Our local clubs are doing the best they can. Significant warm temperatures and rain for days has been followed by 3 to 7 inches of new snow received on December 30th. Caution is advised throughout the trail system. Lake ice is still not safe at this time, including Long Lake and the Spider Lake Chain. Swamps and wet areas on the trail system are likely to have standing water in places. Some wet areas will not have been groomed with heavy equipment yet. Also, please be aware that constant trail grooming will be occurring throughout the week. Many trails will not be freshly groomed on January 1st.

Trail Report – : Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin – December 31, 2019

Reporter:Manitowish Waters Chamber

Trail Conditions: Fair

Snow Cover: 15-20 Inches

Date of Report: December 31, 2019

Area Report:

Vilas County trails are Open – STAY OFF THE LAKES – NOT SAFE!

The warm weather and rain has softened the trails. Early season conditions exist: you may encounter very wet sections on Trail 6 to Winchester. You will also encounter rough sections where snowmobile tracks have carved up the trail and are now frozen.

The good news is that it is snowing and colder weather is coming. We groomed last night, Monday – Dec. 30th

Remember to ride right, use your hand signals, stay on marked trails and stay off of the lakes.

Thank you for your support. Have fun, be safe and Happy New Year!

Trail Report – : Manitowish Waters, Wisconsin – December 31, 2019

Reporter:Manitowish Waters Chamber

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 15-20 Inches

Date of Report: December 31, 2019

Area Report:

Vilas County trails are Open – STAY OFF THE LAKES – NOT SAFE!

The warm weather and rain has softened the trails. Early season conditions exist: you may encounter very wet sections on Trail 6 to Winchester. You will also encounter rough sections where snowmobile tracks have carved up the trail and are now frozen.

The good news is that it is snowing and colder weather is coming. We groomed last night, Monday – Dec. 30th

Remember to ride right, use your hand signals, stay on marked trails and stay off of the lakes.

Thank you for your support. Have fun, be safe and Happy New Year!

Trail Report – : Hurley, Wisconsin – December 31, 2019

Reporter:Lodging

Trail Conditions: Fair

Snow Cover: Varies

Date of Report: December 31, 2019

Area Report:

❄️❄️Hurley Area Snow Report Tuesday December 31, 2019

The area received approximately 12” of new snow and currently temperatures are 20 degrees with lows in the teens tonight.

The White Thunder Riders were out last night and this morning.

Trail 17 has an area of standing water approximately 5 miles south of Hurley and a temporary reroute has been marked. There are other areas where riders will encounter water spots, these areas are marked with safety cones and EXTREME CAUTION is urged.

Trail 15 by the Gile Flowage is NOT recommended for riding at this time. Groomers are currently out on the Trail 15 area and will report any other areas of concern and we will post any updates.

Trail 160 in Michigan is CLOSED.

We would like to remind everyone to STAY on the TRAIL. Stay OFF the lakes and flowages. RESPECT our landowners. If you come upon a groomer WAIT for the groomer driver to come to a complete stop and signal for you to continue.

Everyone think SNOW and COLD!!! We will provide an update tomorrow.

Ride RIGHT. Ride SAFE. STAY together.

Trail Report – : Conover, Wisconsin – December 31, 2019

Reporter:snobuddies

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 2′

Date of Report: December 31, 2019

Area Report:

Good morning we just got back in from grooming it was a long night with all the trees and branches in the trail. There are some wet spots on the trails so please be careful while riding and remember we just got 2 days of rain and now wet heavy snow. However trails are in good shape. Both swamps on trail 12 on the power line heading to Dublin’s has open water holes . People have been sneaking around the outside but be very careful if you attempt to go that way . I will work on clearing some brush to possibly make a little better route around the water and maybe some hay bales in the water holes in a couple hours but I have to get some sleep quick. I broke open the swamp heading to maple view off trail 3 and shoveled a bunch of snow in so please stay off so it can freeze. I am trying to get a route to Chicago Avenue so you can get to maple view. Pioneer lake is marked now I was told. trail 12 through the cemetery is still closed. Please ride safe and smart while we get the trails back in shape. Thank you your trail boss Chad

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