Ontonagon Area Trail Report – 03/15
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via North Country Snowmobile Club UP >> 03/15
Groomer Jay is out on trail 12. This recent picture is on his return trip to the groomer barn after doing trail 12 from Greenland to White Pine and back.
Not a single set of sled tracks…trails are setting up nicely with this snow and colder temps.
Thanks again for your time and experience in keeping our trails UP.
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ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Scott’s Superior Inn and Cabins >> 03/15
❄ EPIC SNOW STORM ALERT! ❄
We’re looking at upwards of 3 feet of snow to fall in the higher elevations of Porcupine Mountains 🌨 The snowmobile trails were already in incredible shape, but this storm is about to make them absolutely legendary.
Late-season shredders and riders, this might just be the best conditions we’ve seen in years. Trails are primed, slopes are deep, and the winter fun isn’t slowing down anytime soon!
Here’s a few pictures from just before the storm hit.
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LAKE GOGEBIC AREA UPDATE via Gogebic Area Grooming >> Bergland Area Groomer's update, 3-21-26.
Last Groom was Wednesday 3-18-26 and conditions were pretty decent at that time.
Unfortunately this warmup has likely taken it's toll.
It's that time of year where we start putting everything away and regrouping for next season.
Was this season perfect? Absolutely not! We've had some personnel changes and some mechanical issues that plagued us the last few weeks that really put us behind.
Believe it or not we did have machine's or a machine running 7 day's a week when the weather allowed.
Maybe not covering the area's you would like but what we thought was best.
Our goal is to give everyone the best experience possible when possible.
We would like to thank all our Groomer operators, all the local businesses and especially the diehard snowmobiler's that come to Western U.P. every season! Thank you from Gogebic Area Grooming ❄️❄️❄️ #lakegogebic #westernup #snowphotos
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Tonight through Sunday, light showers hang around as temperatures remain around the freezing mark. Some dry weather is then expected Monday ahead of the next system towards the midweek period next week. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaTonight through Sunday, light showers hang around as temperatures remain around the freezing mark. Some dry weather is then expected Monday ahead of the next system towards the midweek period next week.
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> A pair of systems will bring a wintry mix of precipitation to the U.P. today into tonight. A clipper will spread a mix of rain, snow, and freezing rain across the area this morning, changing to all rain from west to east as temperatures climb above freezing in the afternoon, reaching as high as the mid 50s in the west. A cold front then drops across the U.P. and brings another round of mixed precip tonight, changing to all snow towards Sunday morning. Generally expect minimal snow amounts across most of the U.P., but some spots in the Keweenaw and the east could pick up 1-3” through Sunday morning. A glaze of ice will also be possible in a few spots this morning and again tonight. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaA pair of systems will bring a wintry mix of precipitation to the U.P. today into tonight. A clipper will spread a mix of rain, snow, and freezing rain across the area this morning, changing to all rain from west to east as temperatures climb above freezing in the afternoon, reaching as high as the mid 50s in the west. A cold front then drops across the U.P. and brings another round of mixed precip tonight, changing to all snow towards Sunday morning. Generally expect minimal snow amounts across most of the U.P., but some spots in the Keweenaw and the east could pick up 1-3” through Sunday morning. A glaze of ice will also be possible in a few spots this morning and again tonight.
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via North Country Snowmobile Club UP >> Trail Report 3/20:
We finished our ride yesterday on Trail 137 to Trail 13 to 101 to 12 back to White Pine. The snow had turned to mashed potatoes but trails for the most part were smooth and holding up well.
There are bare spots, standing water, running water, deteriorating snow bridges, and any roadside trail is bare, pretty typical late season riding.
Friday should still be a good day for riding.
Due to high temps we have halted all grooming operations.
Will go back out Sunday to assess the damage Ma Nature is causing.
Ride the 906. #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotosTrail Report 3/20:
We finished our ride yesterday on Trail 137 to Trail 13 to 101 to 12 back to White Pine. The snow had turned to mashed potatoes but trails for the most part were smooth and holding up well.
There are bare spots, standing water, running water, deteriorating snow bridges, and any roadside trail is bare, pretty typical late season riding.
Friday should still be a good day for riding.
Due to high temps we have halted all grooming operations.
Will go back out Sunday to assess the damage Ma Nature is causing.
Ride the 906.
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Mostly dry conditions save for pockets of drizzle are expected today behind this morning's wintry mix. Most should warm into the 40s. 2 more waves moves through this weekend, providing a snow to rain transition Saturday and then snow Sunday. For both, precipitation amounts are expected to be light. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #sooMostly dry conditions save for pockets of drizzle are expected today behind this morning's wintry mix. Most should warm into the 40s. 2 more waves moves through this weekend, providing a snow to rain transition Saturday and then snow Sunday. For both, precipitation amounts are expected to be light. #906wx #miwx
CRYSTAL FALLS AREA UPDATE via The Chippewa Sno-Kats Trail Club, Inc. >> Trail update !!
All our trails have been groomed. Enjoy riding the trails this weekend. We will not be grooming this weekend with the warm weather.
Thanks again #westernup #snowphotosTrail update !!
All our trails have been groomed. Enjoy riding the trails this weekend. We will not be grooming this weekend with the warm weather.
Thanks again
SIDNAW - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE vai Sno Valley Riders Snowmobile Club >> 🌅 Spring Equinox in the Western U.P. 🌅
Today marks the first official day of spring — and that means longer daylight hours on the trails.
There’s still time to get out and ride before the season ends.
If you’re heading out:
✔ Ride Right
✔ Lead Right
✔ Respect the trails and landowners
And remember — the groomer always has the right of way.
Enjoy the longer days and make the most of the remaining riding season! ❄️
— Sno Valley Riders #westernup🌅 Spring Equinox in the Western U.P. 🌅
Today marks the first official day of spring — and that means longer daylight hours on the trails.
There’s still time to get out and ride before the season ends.
If you’re heading out:
✔ Ride Right
✔ Lead Right
✔ Respect the trails and landowners
And remember — the groomer always has the right of way.
Enjoy the longer days and make the most of the remaining riding season! ❄️
— Sno Valley Riders
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Scott's Superior Inn and Cabins >> 142 miles. Let that sink in.
Art just rode 142 miles across the Ontonagon trail system and called it “the best March riding he’s seen in 20 years.” ❄️🔥
The trails are in incredible shape, and this late-season snow has everything dialed in—smooth, fast, and just plain fun. If you’ve been waiting for the right time to ride… this is it.
It’s not too late for one last trip. Come on up and make it count. 🏁 #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotos
We have been enjoying them this week for sure. This post is very accurate. They are great!
LAKE GOGEBIC AREA UPDATE via Bergland Outfitters Bait Shop & Motel >> March 19th 2026 report... #lakegogebic #westernup #snowphotos
LAKE GOGEBIC AREA UPDATE via Lake Gogebic News >> Conditions changing by the hour!
🛷 Thursday, March 19th: Clouds, then bright blue sky… 🌥️☀️
🛷 Have patience as the season winds down. Some places are awesome; others are wind-swept.
🛷 These photos are from 11 am. At 3 pm, it’s now blue sky.
🛷 Tomorrow/Friday calls for 46 degrees and rain. 🌧️
❄️ Sunday? Possibly 3” of fresh snow. It is what it is… winter and spring are co-mingling! #lakegogebic #westernup #snowphotos
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Hamilton's North Coast Adventures >> Victoria Dam Falls is a must see! We had a great ride there this morning! 🌊💧🏞️😊 #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotos
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via North Country Snowmobile Club UP >> Out riding with Mama Sledhead. Hit Trail #12 from White Pine to Greenland. I would rate it "very good" with the exception being the the 2 miles running the farm fields along HWY 38. The wind drifted snow across and it's bumpy.
Having lunch at Boondock Inn in Twin Lakes.
Thank you to our Groomers, Wyatt Jay and Josh and The U.P. Superior Snowmobile Club !! #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotosOut riding with Mama Sledhead. Hit Trail #12 from White Pine to Greenland. I would rate it "very good" with the exception being the the 2 miles running the farm fields along HWY 38. The wind drifted snow across and it's bumpy.
Having lunch at Boondock Inn in Twin Lakes.
Thank you to our Groomers, Wyatt Jay and Josh and The U.P. Superior Snowmobile Club !!
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Key Messages:
Today, highs near 40, partly to mostly cloudy.
Tonight, rain with some snow (mostly north and east, as shown in the map) and freezing rain mixing in. Lows near 30.
Friday, mostly cloudy, highs in the mid 30s (north, east) to near 50 (MI/WI state line).
Weekend, tracking the potential for accumulating snow or freezing rain. Chances of 3+ inches of wet snow around 30% mainly Saturday night. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaKey Messages:
Today, highs near 40, partly to mostly cloudy.
Tonight, rain with some snow (mostly north and east, as shown in the map) and freezing rain mixing in. Lows near 30.
Friday, mostly cloudy, highs in the mid 30s (north, east) to near 50 (MI/WI state line).
Weekend, tracking the potential for accumulating snow or freezing rain. Chances of 3+ inches of wet snow around 30% mainly Saturday night.
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