KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Western U.P. Trail Reports – 3/08
My buddy John and his son left Ironwood this morning hit Lake of the Clouds then to Toivola. Picked me up and we rode to Houghton together. They claim the trails have been wonderful all week. It’s definitely not over yet guys ☠️ Stretch
Western UP Trail Reports Web Cam https://video.nest.com/live/4BKmS6XRiT
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KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports – 3/07
To TRY to answer all of the questions/messages in one spot as to whether we think you should still come up to ride….. here is what we can tell you. Each and every rider we talked to while out riding expressed the same review of trail conditions and will try to show as best we can in the photos included. I think most riders know conditions can change rapidly and it is not possible to predict the future days/weeks.
Yesterday was another great ride in the Keweenaw! It was supposed to be cloudy all day but we found more sun out while riding. The warmer days and sun definitely can take a visible toll on the trails while riding. We decided to do a few of the “loops” at the beginning of the day and then again towards the end of the day. Trail 130 loop & trail 132 loop did not change much throughout the day of warmer temps and sun but Brockway definitely was showing more thin spots and bare areas. All in all it was still a great day to ride and would say 90 percent of trails are still in good condition.
Groomers were out last night and groomed trail 3/17 from Toivola to the junction of trail 3 and trail 134 (clear lake junction) along with trail 130 and 132. (Please download Groomer Tracker app)
Our route: The Trailside Lodge➡️trail 17➡️trail 3➡️Cliff View Bar➡️trail 130➡️trail 151➡️Eagle River➡️Eagle River Falls➡️Deer yard➡️Shoreline by the Fitzgerald’s Restaurant➡️trail 151➡️trail130➡️Eagle Harbor➡️Eagle Harbor Lighthouse/observation deck of Lake Superior shoreline➡️130➡️132➡️Lac La Belle Lodge / Bear Belly Pit Stop for fuel➡️trail 3➡️ Brockway Mountain➡️Copper Harbor Fuel Stop for fuel and items from the store➡️The Mariner North for delicious Portside Sandwich and Mariner Sandwich➡️trail 134➡️135➡️134➡️Fish Cove➡️High Rock Bay➡️134➡️132 loop➡️130 loop➡️Eagle Harbor Inn for artichoke dip and a pesto burger- so amazing!➡️trail 3➡️The Drift Inn➡️Trail 17➡️Trailside!
Things to note:
-Decided to stage north of Houghton/Hancock as it is pretty rough/bare sidewalk/poolarking lots trail
-Trail 151 into Eagle River is good, however roads are completely bare
-Trail 130 into Eagle Harbor is good and there was still enough snow left on the side of the roads to get to Eagle Harbor Inn but the 1-2 block ride down to lighthouse was bare
-Trail to High Rock is brutal (not recommended until it gets groomed again)
-by very late at night trails were very hard and not really any lose snow, scratchers would be a must for some sleds – during the day no issues at all
-other riders that did ride trail 133 said it was a bit rougher than the others
-Brad Kolmonen just sent photos of an area to ride with caution ⚠️ as there is a downed tree heading out of the Lake Linden area by Gas Plant road (see photos)
Sadly, we have entered spring riding conditions, with no foreseeable snow in the forecast. However, we all know that could change. Mid March snow storms seem to happen a lot of years!🤞 Hopefully the photos give you the most accurate description possible right now!
FROM Krupps Resort >> Thinking that was the first of the 2025-2026 sled fill ups at Krupp's Mini Mart 🤷♀️😊❄️ Like said in the video, we are separate owners 😊 See them for gas, food, trail passes etc and come see us at fhe Resort for cabins/RV spots and pontoons (summer time for those of course haha) Don’t forget we have a huge field that is kept plowed daily (at times more than once a day haha) with a heated changing room, heated portable potty, heated ER building for working on your sleds- also if tools are needed and we have it it’s your to use! The day parking passes are $20/day if you are staying here in one of the cabins/RV spot you do NOT pay to park. Krupp’s Resort Supports your Sport! 🇺🇸⛄️❄️ www.kruppsresortmi.com#keweenaw#snowphotos... See MoreSee Less
FROM US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Lake effect snow showers will increase in coverage late tonight into Monday morning. The heaviest snow showers will be near the Marquette/Alger County line and the higher terrain of Marquette County. Travel could be difficult for the morning commute on Monday. #miweather #keweenaw#westernup#marquette#munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaLake effect snow showers will increase in coverage late tonight into Monday morning. The heaviest snow showers will be near the Marquette/Alger County line and the higher terrain of Marquette County. Travel could be difficult for the morning commute on Monday. ... See MoreSee Less
FROM US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Here is a look at snowfall reports for the lake effect snow since last night. Expect amounts to go up with another round late tonight into Monday. Did you get lake effect snow? If so, please send us your reports on Facebook or X. #miweather #keweenaw#westernup#marquette#munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaHere is a look at snowfall reports for the lake effect snow since last night. Expect amounts to go up with another round late tonight into Monday. Did you get lake effect snow? If so, please send us your reports on Facebook or X. ... See MoreSee Less
FROM Rousseau Bar >> Good Morning from beautiful downtown Rousseau! It is a balmy 21⁰ out there with a lovely sunrise, Rocco and some deer down the road. Oh yeah - did I mention snow? We got about 4" of pretty, fluffy snow. Sunday, November 9, 2025 #keweenaw#snowphotos... See MoreSee Less
FROM Great Lakes Weather & Climate >> 📡 Statewide radar loop through 10 AM today (11/9) shows our two distinct snowmakers in progress. The first one is the synoptic (aka "system") snow associated with a low that is moving east through southern Ohio. The counterclockwise flow around the low is shown over Metro Detroit as moisture interacts with decreasing temps, leading to this morning's snowfall. Over the U.P. and Lake Michigan, the north winds are ushering in the coldest air of the season, which activates lake effect snow and transitions to the second portion of this snow event. Counties in the corner of southwest lower Michigan, northern Indiana and Illinois are set to receive a firehose of lake effect over the next 24-36 hrs, resulting in accumulations that could push one foot. Portions of northern lower Michigan and the Saginaw Bay region are also set to receive lake effect snowfall through this evening, with amounts of 3-6 inches possible, with isolated higher amounts. #miweather #keweenaw#westernup #newberry #soo #gaylord#cadillac #traversecity #petoskey... See MoreSee Less
FROM Krupps Resort >> Holy wah! I was like a kid and just couldn’t wait to go for a little rip anyways haha Need some more for sure but wah this got the excitement up for riding this year! Call with any questions yas have 906-288-3404 or check us out at www.kruppsresortmi.com The Throttle Therapy Is Real!!!! BRAAAAPPP!! 🇺🇸⛄️❄️ #keweenaw#snowphotos... See MoreSee Less
FROM TV6 & FOX UP >> FIRST ALERT: Higher snowfall is now expected for portions of Marquette and Alger counties. It comes in rounds of lake effect snow starting this evening and goes through Monday evening. Plan for moderate to heavy snow, hazardous roads, and limited visibility at times. Warnings could be issued. Another update with the latest changes comes this afternoon! #miweather #keweenaw#westernup#marquette#munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaFIRST ALERT: Higher snowfall is now expected for portions of Marquette and Alger counties. It comes in rounds of lake effect snow starting this evening and goes through Monday evening. Plan for moderate to heavy snow, hazardous roads, and limited visibility at times. Warnings could be issued. Another update with the latest changes comes this afternoon! ... See MoreSee Less
FROM US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> The first widespread lake effect snow event of the year is set to kick off tonight and last through Monday. The heaviest snowfall across the central U.P. will be highly contingent on where the strongest lake effect snowbands persist. Expect sharp snowfall gradients and rapid changes in road conditions impacting weekend travel and Monday commutes. #miweather #keweenaw#westernup#marquette#munising #newberry #seney #soo #straitsareaThe first widespread lake effect snow event of the year is set to kick off tonight and last through Monday. The heaviest snowfall across the central U.P. will be highly contingent on where the strongest lake effect snowbands persist. Expect sharp snowfall gradients and rapid changes in road conditions impacting weekend travel and Monday commutes. ... See MoreSee Less
FROM Western UP Trail Reports >> 07 November 2025 Let the snow begin. All my sources are saying we have accumulating snow coming between today and Monday. Watch our web cam @ video.nest.com/live/4BKmS6XRiT ☠️ Stretch #keweenaw #miweather07 November 2025 Let the snow begin. All my sources are saying we have accumulating snow coming between today and Monday. Watch our web cam @ video.nest.com/live/4BKmS6XRiT ☠️ Stretch ... See MoreSee Less
FROM The Lakeshack >> With 24 sleeps left till the snowmobile trails open it’s feeling a bit like Christmas Eve Get it?……. 24 sleeps…..12/24/25 Ya I’m a dork Watch the snow pile up this year on the live steaming Shackiecam video.nest.com/live/gbiim7CnxN#keweenaw#snowphotosWith 24 sleeps left till the snowmobile trails open it’s feeling a bit like Christmas Eve Get it?……. 24 sleeps…..12/24/25 Ya I’m a dork Watch the snow pile up this year on the live steaming Shackiecam
KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Visit Keweenaw >> 🥁 Drumroll, please! The Visit Keweenaw final snowfall count: 306.5"! Our snowfall mystics have secured a two-way tie! ❄ Congrats to Dave and Randall, and may the fortunes be in your favor next winter! 📸 Photo: Chris Guibert #keweenaw #miweather🥁 Drumroll, please! The Visit Keweenaw final snowfall count: 306.5"!
Our snowfall mystics have secured a two-way tie! ❄ Congrats to Dave and Randall, and may the fortunes be in your favor next winter!
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Quiet weather is expected today as highs climb into the 40s with increasing clouds through the day. A cold front will bring light showers to the area tonight, with a wintry mix of precipitation types possible, but not much snow or ice accumulation is expected as lows fall near 30. #miweather #keweenaw#westernup#marquette#munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaQuiet weather is expected today as highs climb into the 40s with increasing clouds through the day. A cold front will bring light showers to the area tonight, with a wintry mix of precipitation types possible, but not much snow or ice accumulation is expected as lows fall near 30. ... See MoreSee Less
KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Visit Keweenaw >> ❄ Hei, Heikki Lunta! Over 300" of snow in the Keweenaw this season! How did your snow total guess fare? We'll give winter a few more days to say her final goodbyes - April 10th will call the official number and contest winner! #keweenaw#snowphotos #miweather❄ Hei, Heikki Lunta! Over 300" of snow in the Keweenaw this season! How did your snow total guess fare? We'll give winter a few more days to say her final goodbyes - April 10th will call the official number and contest winner!
For snowfall totals past and present, check here ⤵️ 🔗https://www.visitkeweenaw.com/outdoors/winter-activities/snowfall-trail-conditions/ ... See MoreSee Less
KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports >> Mother Nature just won’t make the switch over to spring! We received almost another foot of fresh snow over the last two days! We officially broke the 300 inches mark for the season total! How much more do you think we will receive?! Thanks for the video Copper World! Whenever you are in the Keweenaw, please stop in at Copper World! It is a must stop for such an array of all things Keweenaw! #keweenaw#snowphotos... See MoreSee Less
KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports – 3/07
To TRY to answer all of the questions/messages in one spot as to whether we think you should still come up to ride….. here is what we can tell you. Each and every rider we talked to while out riding expressed the same review of trail conditions and will try to show as best we can in the photos included. I think most riders know conditions can change rapidly and it is not possible to predict the future days/weeks.
Yesterday was another great ride in the Keweenaw! It was supposed to be cloudy all day but we found more sun out while riding. The warmer days and sun definitely can take a visible toll on the trails while riding. We decided to do a few of the “loops” at the beginning of the day and then again towards the end of the day. Trail 130 loop & trail 132 loop did not change much throughout the day of warmer temps and sun but Brockway definitely was showing more thin spots and bare areas. All in all it was still a great day to ride and would say 90 percent of trails are still in good condition.
Groomers were out last night and groomed trail 3/17 from Toivola to the junction of trail 3 and trail 134 (clear lake junction) along with trail 130 and 132. (Please download Groomer Tracker app)
Our route: The Trailside Lodge➡️trail 17➡️trail 3➡️Cliff View Bar➡️trail 130➡️trail 151➡️Eagle River➡️Eagle River Falls➡️Deer yard➡️Shoreline by the Fitzgerald’s Restaurant➡️trail 151➡️trail130➡️Eagle Harbor➡️Eagle Harbor Lighthouse/observation deck of Lake Superior shoreline➡️130➡️132➡️Lac La Belle Lodge / Bear Belly Pit Stop for fuel➡️trail 3➡️ Brockway Mountain➡️Copper Harbor Fuel Stop for fuel and items from the store➡️The Mariner North for delicious Portside Sandwich and Mariner Sandwich➡️trail 134➡️135➡️134➡️Fish Cove➡️High Rock Bay➡️134➡️132 loop➡️130 loop➡️Eagle Harbor Inn for artichoke dip and a pesto burger- so amazing!➡️trail 3➡️The Drift Inn➡️Trail 17➡️Trailside!
Things to note:
-Decided to stage north of Houghton/Hancock as it is pretty rough/bare sidewalk/poolarking lots trail
-Trail 151 into Eagle River is good, however roads are completely bare
-Trail 130 into Eagle Harbor is good and there was still enough snow left on the side of the roads to get to Eagle Harbor Inn but the 1-2 block ride down to lighthouse was bare
-Trail to High Rock is brutal (not recommended until it gets groomed again)
-by very late at night trails were very hard and not really any lose snow, scratchers would be a must for some sleds – during the day no issues at all
-other riders that did ride trail 133 said it was a bit rougher than the others
-Brad Kolmonen just sent photos of an area to ride with caution ⚠️ as there is a downed tree heading out of the Lake Linden area by Gas Plant road (see photos)
Sadly, we have entered spring riding conditions, with no foreseeable snow in the forecast. However, we all know that could change. Mid March snow storms seem to happen a lot of years!🤞 Hopefully the photos give you the most accurate description possible right now!
FROM Krupps Resort >> Thinking that was the first of the 2025-2026 sled fill ups at Krupp's Mini Mart 🤷♀️😊❄️ Like said in the video, we are separate owners 😊 See them for gas, food, trail passes etc and come see us at fhe Resort for cabins/RV spots and pontoons (summer time for those of course haha) Don’t forget we have a huge field that is kept plowed daily (at times more than once a day haha) with a heated changing room, heated portable potty, heated ER building for working on your sleds- also if tools are needed and we have it it’s your to use! The day parking passes are $20/day if you are staying here in one of the cabins/RV spot you do NOT pay to park. Krupp’s Resort Supports your Sport! 🇺🇸⛄️❄️ www.kruppsresortmi.com#keweenaw#snowphotos... See MoreSee Less
FROM US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Lake effect snow showers will increase in coverage late tonight into Monday morning. The heaviest snow showers will be near the Marquette/Alger County line and the higher terrain of Marquette County. Travel could be difficult for the morning commute on Monday. #miweather #keweenaw#westernup#marquette#munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaLake effect snow showers will increase in coverage late tonight into Monday morning. The heaviest snow showers will be near the Marquette/Alger County line and the higher terrain of Marquette County. Travel could be difficult for the morning commute on Monday. ... See MoreSee Less
FROM US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Here is a look at snowfall reports for the lake effect snow since last night. Expect amounts to go up with another round late tonight into Monday. Did you get lake effect snow? If so, please send us your reports on Facebook or X. #miweather #keweenaw#westernup#marquette#munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaHere is a look at snowfall reports for the lake effect snow since last night. Expect amounts to go up with another round late tonight into Monday. Did you get lake effect snow? If so, please send us your reports on Facebook or X. ... See MoreSee Less
FROM Rousseau Bar >> Good Morning from beautiful downtown Rousseau! It is a balmy 21⁰ out there with a lovely sunrise, Rocco and some deer down the road. Oh yeah - did I mention snow? We got about 4" of pretty, fluffy snow. Sunday, November 9, 2025 #keweenaw#snowphotos... See MoreSee Less
FROM Great Lakes Weather & Climate >> 📡 Statewide radar loop through 10 AM today (11/9) shows our two distinct snowmakers in progress. The first one is the synoptic (aka "system") snow associated with a low that is moving east through southern Ohio. The counterclockwise flow around the low is shown over Metro Detroit as moisture interacts with decreasing temps, leading to this morning's snowfall. Over the U.P. and Lake Michigan, the north winds are ushering in the coldest air of the season, which activates lake effect snow and transitions to the second portion of this snow event. Counties in the corner of southwest lower Michigan, northern Indiana and Illinois are set to receive a firehose of lake effect over the next 24-36 hrs, resulting in accumulations that could push one foot. Portions of northern lower Michigan and the Saginaw Bay region are also set to receive lake effect snowfall through this evening, with amounts of 3-6 inches possible, with isolated higher amounts. #miweather #keweenaw#westernup #newberry #soo #gaylord#cadillac #traversecity #petoskey... See MoreSee Less
FROM Krupps Resort >> Holy wah! I was like a kid and just couldn’t wait to go for a little rip anyways haha Need some more for sure but wah this got the excitement up for riding this year! Call with any questions yas have 906-288-3404 or check us out at www.kruppsresortmi.com The Throttle Therapy Is Real!!!! BRAAAAPPP!! 🇺🇸⛄️❄️ #keweenaw#snowphotos... See MoreSee Less
FROM TV6 & FOX UP >> FIRST ALERT: Higher snowfall is now expected for portions of Marquette and Alger counties. It comes in rounds of lake effect snow starting this evening and goes through Monday evening. Plan for moderate to heavy snow, hazardous roads, and limited visibility at times. Warnings could be issued. Another update with the latest changes comes this afternoon! #miweather #keweenaw#westernup#marquette#munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaFIRST ALERT: Higher snowfall is now expected for portions of Marquette and Alger counties. It comes in rounds of lake effect snow starting this evening and goes through Monday evening. Plan for moderate to heavy snow, hazardous roads, and limited visibility at times. Warnings could be issued. Another update with the latest changes comes this afternoon! ... See MoreSee Less
FROM US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> The first widespread lake effect snow event of the year is set to kick off tonight and last through Monday. The heaviest snowfall across the central U.P. will be highly contingent on where the strongest lake effect snowbands persist. Expect sharp snowfall gradients and rapid changes in road conditions impacting weekend travel and Monday commutes. #miweather #keweenaw#westernup#marquette#munising #newberry #seney #soo #straitsareaThe first widespread lake effect snow event of the year is set to kick off tonight and last through Monday. The heaviest snowfall across the central U.P. will be highly contingent on where the strongest lake effect snowbands persist. Expect sharp snowfall gradients and rapid changes in road conditions impacting weekend travel and Monday commutes. ... See MoreSee Less
FROM Western UP Trail Reports >> 07 November 2025 Let the snow begin. All my sources are saying we have accumulating snow coming between today and Monday. Watch our web cam @ video.nest.com/live/4BKmS6XRiT ☠️ Stretch #keweenaw #miweather07 November 2025 Let the snow begin. All my sources are saying we have accumulating snow coming between today and Monday. Watch our web cam @ video.nest.com/live/4BKmS6XRiT ☠️ Stretch ... See MoreSee Less
FROM The Lakeshack >> With 24 sleeps left till the snowmobile trails open it’s feeling a bit like Christmas Eve Get it?……. 24 sleeps…..12/24/25 Ya I’m a dork Watch the snow pile up this year on the live steaming Shackiecam video.nest.com/live/gbiim7CnxN#keweenaw#snowphotosWith 24 sleeps left till the snowmobile trails open it’s feeling a bit like Christmas Eve Get it?……. 24 sleeps…..12/24/25 Ya I’m a dork Watch the snow pile up this year on the live steaming Shackiecam
KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Visit Keweenaw >> 🥁 Drumroll, please! The Visit Keweenaw final snowfall count: 306.5"! Our snowfall mystics have secured a two-way tie! ❄ Congrats to Dave and Randall, and may the fortunes be in your favor next winter! 📸 Photo: Chris Guibert #keweenaw #miweather🥁 Drumroll, please! The Visit Keweenaw final snowfall count: 306.5"!
Our snowfall mystics have secured a two-way tie! ❄ Congrats to Dave and Randall, and may the fortunes be in your favor next winter!
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Quiet weather is expected today as highs climb into the 40s with increasing clouds through the day. A cold front will bring light showers to the area tonight, with a wintry mix of precipitation types possible, but not much snow or ice accumulation is expected as lows fall near 30. #miweather #keweenaw#westernup#marquette#munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaQuiet weather is expected today as highs climb into the 40s with increasing clouds through the day. A cold front will bring light showers to the area tonight, with a wintry mix of precipitation types possible, but not much snow or ice accumulation is expected as lows fall near 30. ... See MoreSee Less
KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Visit Keweenaw >> ❄ Hei, Heikki Lunta! Over 300" of snow in the Keweenaw this season! How did your snow total guess fare? We'll give winter a few more days to say her final goodbyes - April 10th will call the official number and contest winner! #keweenaw#snowphotos #miweather❄ Hei, Heikki Lunta! Over 300" of snow in the Keweenaw this season! How did your snow total guess fare? We'll give winter a few more days to say her final goodbyes - April 10th will call the official number and contest winner!
For snowfall totals past and present, check here ⤵️ 🔗https://www.visitkeweenaw.com/outdoors/winter-activities/snowfall-trail-conditions/ ... See MoreSee Less
KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports >> Mother Nature just won’t make the switch over to spring! We received almost another foot of fresh snow over the last two days! We officially broke the 300 inches mark for the season total! How much more do you think we will receive?! Thanks for the video Copper World! Whenever you are in the Keweenaw, please stop in at Copper World! It is a must stop for such an array of all things Keweenaw! #keweenaw#snowphotos... See MoreSee Less