GOGEBIC RANGE TRAIL AUTHORITY Trails 2&8 were groomed- conditions are poor to fair. Do expect rocks and wet areas. Trails 11N, 11S and 160 are not being groomed at this time. We need more snow and colder weather to firm up the wet spots. As of today groomers will not be going back out until we get more snow. There is snow in the forecast for today and tomorrow so let’s keep our fingers crossed we get more than just a few inches. We will keep you updated. Hang in there!!!!

GOGEBIC AREA GROOMERS Lake Gogebic groomers have been out panking getting the trails in shape. The trails are signed, brushed and just waiting for more snow.Conditions are poor to fair.

U.P.THUNDER RIDERS OF WATERSMEET will not go out until we get more snow.

Remeber it is early season riding with wet spots, so use caution. As always have a happy and safe holiday!!!

You can take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the conditions for yourself. Find links on our website at westernup.info.

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This is the Keweenaw trail system report for Thursday, December 22, 2011.

The snowmobile trails from Twin Lakes to Copper Harbor are open, and in poor to fair condition. Groomers have been out doing some panning on some trails. Any trail usage should be done with extreme care until we have better snow cover as there are still areas that have rocks, stumps, branches or wet areas not yet covered by snow and hazards that have not yet been identified. Remember to watch out for the groomers when you’re out on the trails….they have the right of way!!!

There is logging on a short portion of Trails 132 and 133.

The protective mat on the Portage Lift Bridge between Houghton and Hancock will be installed as soon as there is enough snow available to cover it. Please drive carefully on the metal grating until the mat is installed…..do NOT use the ice.

Please be aware that if you snowmobile on U.S. Coast Guard property you could face federal trespass charges.

The Keweenaw Convention & Visitors Bureau asks that you stay on the trails, STAY OFF THE ICE, respect private property, do not drink and drive, and above all else, please, drive safely. The signs on the snowmobile trails are there for the riders’ safety. Please, DO NOT remove or destroy these signs.

Snowfall & Weather Report:
Houghton county – 8 inches on the ground, 57 inches fallen to date
Keweenaw county –7 inches on the ground, 42 inches fallen to date