Grand Marais Area Trail Report – 01/08
GRAND MARAIS AREA UPDATE via Grand Marais Sno-Trails Assoc. >> 01/08
What It Means to Be a Groomer for the Grand Marais Sno-Trails Association
Being a groomer is more than a job—it’s a commitment to community, safety, and the love of snowmobiling.
Our groomers are compensated at $2 per mile groomed, but the reality behind that number tells a much bigger story. Depending on the trail, a single grooming route can take 8 to 10 hours to complete. That time can vary due to necessary stops—clearing debris, addressing unexpected issues, carefully exiting the groomer when needed, and slowing or stopping entirely as snowmobilers pass by.
Grooming equipment moves at a steady 7 to 11 miles per hour, requiring patience, focus, and long hours in often challenging conditions.
While this is technically a paid position, our groomers do this work for something far more meaningful: their love of the sport and their dedication to our community. They balance grooming with full-time jobs, families, and personal commitments—choosing to sacrifice their time so the Crazy 8’s trails remain safe, rideable, and enjoyable for all of us.
Today, let’s take a moment to truly thank our groomers for the countless unseen hours they put in behind the scenes. ❄️
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GRAND MARAIS AREA UPDATE via Grand Marais Sno-Trails Assoc. >> 01/07
Some pictures from driver Gary and driver Jim. The trails held up really well today. Hopefully we will get more snow than rain with the system headed our way.
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Postings From Regional Pages On Facebook
CURTIS AREA UPDATE via Curtis Area Trail Association >> Al groomed Germfask yesterday and Ross went early this morning to Newberry, snow is starting to turn to sugar but groomed out nice.
Both Newberry and Naubinway are going to be groomed tonight and with snow in the forecast mid week trails should be excellent next weekend! #curtisarea #newberry #snowphotos
NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via Pine Stump >> Saturday 2-14
It’s going to be a beautiful day for people to ride!
Tons of snow out there for everyone.
A couple warm days then it drops right back into the 20’s
Come ride the next few weekends then you can get ready for spring
Parking out back for anyone that wants to trailer up and ride! #newberry #snowphotos
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Patchy fog could hang around this morning before clearing after sunrise. However, expect the fog to return once again tonight into Sunday morning, before some light rain showers potentially move over the eastern U.P. on Monday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaPatchy fog could hang around this morning before clearing after sunrise. However, expect the fog to return once again tonight into Sunday morning, before some light rain showers potentially move over the eastern U.P. on Monday. #906wx #miwx
NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via Trails End Lodging >> It’s a frosty morning, but wow do those trees look beautiful! ❄️🌲 The fresh frost has everything sparkling out there.
Looking for something to do today? Head over to the Jack Pine Lodge for the vintage show and ride! 🏁🔥 Nothing better than classic sleds and good company on a winter day.
Wherever the trail takes you, be safe and ride right! #newberry #snowphotos
PARADISE AREA UPDATE via Paradise Area Night Riders www.paradiseareanightriders.org >> 2/14/26
Happy Valentines Day everyone! 15 degrees this morning and a freezing fog out der. Everything is all white.....kinda pretty. Now that the weather has changed, temps up and down, I will try to put out a report everyday. I hit 42 here at my place yesterday. Here`s what went on yesterday.....
Groomer Patrick hit the Point trails #452 & #453 and called them good. He said the snow got pretty soft on him but all is good.
Groomer Glenn ran the Falls trail #45 and called that good too. Didn`t break thru any ice yet.
Groomer Dave ran trail #8 south and said the same. Our infamous swamp is still solid!
Groomer Keith ran the Pine Stump trails #8 & #9 and called that good.
All trails will get run today too.
So......there ya have it. a complete run down of our system.
LET `ER SNOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Groomer Chris #paradise #newberry
NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via Trails End Lodging >> The snow continues to fall this morning in Windy Corners!! ❄️❄️❄️ #newberry #snowphotos
From Ironwood to Watersmeet, trails needed major work! At best, 3 on a 10 scale.
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Warm temperatures are expected today, especially over the interior west and central, before a cold front passing through mainly the eastern U.P. brings clouds and colder temperatures late this afternoon through tonight. Some fog, drizzle, and freezing drizzle is possible behind the cold front this afternoon through tonight. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaWarm temperatures are expected today, especially over the interior west and central, before a cold front passing through mainly the eastern U.P. brings clouds and colder temperatures late this afternoon through tonight. Some fog, drizzle, and freezing drizzle is possible behind the cold front this afternoon through tonight. #906wx #miwx
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Light snow chances linger today, mainly across eastern Upper Michigan, with highs in the mid to upper 30s to low 40s. A stretch of quieter weather follows this weekend into early next week, featuring partly sunny skies and temperatures moderating into the upper 30s and mid 40s. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey #soo #newberryLight snow chances linger today, mainly across eastern Upper Michigan, with highs in the mid to upper 30s to low 40s. A stretch of quieter weather follows this weekend into early next week, featuring partly sunny skies and temperatures moderating into the upper 30s and mid 40s. #MIwx
PARADISE AREA UPDATE via Paradise Area Night Riders www.paradiseareanightriders.org >> 2/13/26
It was 9 degrees this morning when I got up at 0630, it is now 22 at 0800 and cloudy....weird weather! It is supposed to get up into the low 30`s today and drop into the low teens at night. "They" are watching for a "big storm" coming in for early next week but temps into the 30`s....weird weather. Nuff on that....lets get to the trails....
All trails were run yesterday and they are all in great shape. We will run almost around the clock all weekend to keep them that way for you. If the warmer days start to break up the ice in the low lands I`ll be sure to let ya`ll know, but for now we are in GREAT SHAPE!!!! Bout all I got to report.
LET `ER SNOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Groomer Chris #paradise #newberry
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Warm and mostly dry conditions are expected to finish the week. Expecting most locations to warm above freezing during the day and then fall below freezing overnight. Many locations in western and southern Upper Michigan may warm above 40 Friday and Saturday! #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaWarm and mostly dry conditions are expected to finish the week. Expecting most locations to warm above freezing during the day and then fall below freezing overnight. Many locations in western and southern Upper Michigan may warm above 40 Friday and Saturday!
WEATHER UPDATE via Michigan Storm Chasers >> We know you'll pass by this post for snowfall today, but here on February 12th, 2026, it's quite a reflective moment to see just how far we have come this winter. Just a couple weeks ago it was lake effect snow every single day. Today, a light band of 1-3" near Munising is all we will need to write home about. We even tossed in some humor for those not in a designated snowfall zone. A couple slick spots will pop up along M-28 near Munising, and perhaps around Petoskey if a longer lake effect band happens to form, but this is more unlikely than likely.
Enjoy your rather snow-free day here in Michigan in early February. If you've read this far, comment your favorite memory of winter to this point.
- Chief Meteorologist Joel Fritsma #miweather #newberry #soo #petoskey #gaylordWe know you'll pass by this post for snowfall today, but here on February 12th, 2026, it's quite a reflective moment to see just how far we have come this winter. Just a couple weeks ago it was lake effect snow every single day. Today, a light band of 1-3" near Munising is all we will need to write home about. We even tossed in some humor for those not in a designated snowfall zone. A couple slick spots will pop up along M-28 near Munising, and perhaps around Petoskey if a longer lake effect band happens to form, but this is more unlikely than likely.
Enjoy your rather snow-free day here in Michigan in early February. If you've read this far, comment your favorite memory of winter to this point.
- Chief Meteorologist Joel Fritsma
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PARADISE AREA UPDATE via Paradise Area Night Riders www.paradiseareanightriders.org >> 2/12/26
4 degrees this morning under a bright blue sky. I picked up about an inch of fluff on my deck last night. I`m sure ya`ll are seeing the weather forecast for the next couple weeks. It looks like the temps are gonna warm up into the 30`s during the day. We have at least 3' of snow on the ground in da woods but the warm temps are not gonna help our cause much. We should be fine for a while but the roads we use for connecting trails will start to thaw and turn muddy. I am already getting questions about it being worth the drive coming UP! For right now I am saying YES, plenty of snow in da woods and our trail system is in GREAT shape. I do predict our wet areas will start to open up and I`ll keep ya`ll informed on how that progresses. Our high ground trails....ie....mainly the Pine Stump trail #8 & #9 will hold up for a while. So......get yer bunnies UP here and get it while it lasts!!! All trails are good to go right now!!!!!!!
LET `ER SNOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Groomer Chris #paradise #newberry
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> High pressure will gradually build into the region today and Thursday. This will slowly diminish lake effect snow showers from west to east. It will also help usher in a warm and mostly dry period. Most can expect above freezing temperatures during the day and below freezing temperatures overnight into at least early next week. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaHigh pressure will gradually build into the region today and Thursday. This will slowly diminish lake effect snow showers from west to east. It will also help usher in a warm and mostly dry period. Most can expect above freezing temperatures during the day and below freezing temperatures overnight into at least early next week. #906wx #miwx
NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via Trails End Lodging >> It’s a beautiful morning in Windy Corners ❄️ The snow is falling nicely, and conditions are looking great!
Here’s a current look at Trail 498 coming into Windy Corners — fresh snow and ready for riders.
Heading north for the long holiday weekend?
Where will you be riding from? ⬇️
Wherever the trails take you, ride right and be safe. #newberry #snowphotos
I heard they’re not grooming after today but why is that? Suppose to get down to 23 degrees tomorrow night?
NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via Pine Stump >> Wednesday 2-11
Few snow flakes in the air
We have a ton of snow on the ground. Trails are excellent
This weekend will be Busy for sure.
Some warm temps coming in the 30s it looks like. Our snow won’t melt in a few days so don’t be thinking that
If town gets melted down and hard to navigate we have all kinds of parking out back. Trailer up for the day and go ride!! No overnight parking or long term parking
We have a few more weeks of winter left up here at least come enjoy it!! #newberry #snowphotos
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