Ontonagon Area Trail Report – 12/03
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via North Country Snowmobile Club UP – 12/03 Welcome to the 2025 snowmobile season! It’s going to be a great one! Groomer Mikey took Chad, Hollywood, and TC Troll Joe out for a nice 10 hour training/brushing session Sunday! Here’s the team’s notes! Thank you to our volunteers and Mike O. for sharing his depth of knowledge and expertise around our club. ❄Need More snow, but an EXCELLENT BASE is shaping up! Light freezing rain bouts swung through bringing much needed moisture to the dry lake effect snow, creating the excellent base ❄Snow settled Monday and Tuesday as temps warmed into the low 20’s as the freezing rain swung thru ❄Trails 13, 137, and portions of trail 12 were brushed open, track packed, and rolled ❄Wet areas are VERY WET ❄If you want to ride, come ride! You will see dynamic trail conditions from good to mud. We are not grooming at this time, but sleds sure help hammer the frost in! Trails are full of hazards from early season conditions (Rocks, mud, flowing water, slush pools, low or no snow) A nice clipper system is swinging through this week and Michigan does seem to be Michigan-ing again, which is pretty neat. Lots of snow forecast this month!! BE ready! BOOK YOUR LODGING NOW! <> <> Visit North Country Snowmobile Club – UP Website >>>> <> Visit North Country Snowmobile Club – UP on Facebook >>>> <> WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Temperatures will rise above freezing again this afternoon under mostly sunny skies. A weak system crossing north of the U.P. will bring a slight chance of snow tonight, but any snowfall amounts would be minimal. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaTemperatures will rise above freezing again this afternoon under mostly sunny skies. A weak system crossing north of the U.P. will bring a slight chance of snow tonight, but any snowfall amounts would be minimal. IRONWOOD - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Gogebic Range Trail Authority - ORV & Snowmobile Club >> Carter had the late, late shift last night and was able to witness a beautiful UP sunrise this morning! Grooming trial 2 from Wisconsin/Michigan boarder to Marenisco. SIDNAW - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Sno Valley Riders Snowmobile Club >> Groomer Report; 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 SIDNAW - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Sno Valley Riders Snowmobile Club >> ❤️ Happy Valentine’s Day from Sno Valley Riders ❤️ ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Scott's Superior Inn and Cabins >> Western U.P. Snowmobile Trail Update 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 IRONWOOD - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Gogebic Range Trail Authority - ORV & Snowmobile Club >> It will be a busy weekend! ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via North Country Snowmobile Club UP >> Good morning, all of our trails are or have been groomed in the last 24 hours. Because of the warmer weather Groomer Wyatt was out until 5:48 this morning. Groomer Chad is out now doing the Porkies and South Boundary (Trail 11). 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! WATERSMEET - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club >> 2/12/26 TRAIL REPORT- Groomers will be out today and will groom our entire trail system. Looking at the upcoming unseasonably warm temperatures, we will be suspending grooming Friday and Saturday. We have plenty of snow but with warm temperatures and high weekend traffic trail conditions will change quickly. We will keep an eye on the weather and get groomers out when weather allows. Mother Nature is not playing nice! RIDE RIGHT AND RIDE SAFE! #watersmeet #westernup2/12/26 TRAIL REPORT- Groomers will be out tonight and will groom our entire trail system. Looking at the upcoming unseasonably warm temperatures, we will be suspending grooming Friday and Saturday. We have plenty of snow but with warm temperatures and high weekend traffic trail conditions will change quickly. We will keep an eye on the weather and get groomers out when weather allows. Mother Nature is not playing nice! RIDE RIGHT AND RIDE SAFE! <> Latest Trail Reports – Quick Links <>
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Thank you to all who come up and enjoy our little slice of heaven!
If you’re some of the lucky ones for a nice long weekend, enjoy the extra day of riding. If you’re not so lucky, call in sick tomorrow! 🤭😂
Ride safe friends! #ironwood #westernup #snowphotos
Trail Condition: Fair
Last Groomed: February 13th, 2026
There are logging operations happening about two miles west of Kenton, use caution.
We will not be able to groom for couple of days due to the weather.
The trails are getting beat up, we will get back at it as soon as the temperatures allow.
Please ride on the RIGHT side of the trail and STOP at the stop signs!
Stay on the trail, if you don’t we could lose trail permissions on private property.
Groomers have the right of way on the trails, pull over and stop to let them safely pass!
We have Groomer Tracker installed in our groomers.
We groom every day that the weather conditions and equipment allow. Unforeseen circumstances may prevent us from going out, like a major blizzard and being snowed in at our homes or equipment breakdowns. #westernup
Some people bring chocolates.
We bring fresh ribbons and smooth corners. 😉
Whether you’re riding solo, riding together, or just dreaming about the next snowfall — the real love story is out on the trail.
🚜 Huge appreciation for our groomers and volunteers who put in the miles so everyone can enjoy a great ride.
👉 Remember: the groomer always has the right of way.
Ride Right, Lead Right.
Respect the trails. Respect each other.
That’s how we keep the love alive all season long. ❄️💚 #westernup #snowphotos❤️ Happy Valentine’s Day from Sno Valley Riders ❤️
Some people bring chocolates.
We bring fresh ribbons and smooth corners. 😉
Whether you’re riding solo, riding together, or just dreaming about the next snowfall — the real love story is out on the trail.
🚜 Huge appreciation for our groomers and volunteers who put in the miles so everyone can enjoy a great ride.
👉 Remember: the groomer always has the right of way.
Ride Right, Lead Right.
Respect the trails. Respect each other.
That’s how we keep the love alive all season long. ❄️💚
#HappyValentinesDay
#SnoValleyRiders
#TrailLove
#RideRightLeadRight
#GroomerLove
#SnowmobileLife
#UPSnow
Alright folks — yes, we see the warm-up coming. No surprises there. We’ve got a few softer days ahead as temps creep up, and during the warmest parts of the day you can expect trails to get a little sugary and loose.
That said, this is not a season-ender.
Overnight temps are still dropping enough to give groomers solid windows to get out and work their magic. We’re already hearing from riders who just got back reporting great rides, especially if you time it right and ride the cooler hours.
This little warm spell will pass. Cold air returns Tuesday, and there’s fresh snow in the forecast behind it. Once that cold settles back in, it looks like it’s sticking around.
Bottom line: don’t fret. The base is strong, the groomers are grinding, and this epic snowmobile season is far from over. We’ll ride through this bump in the road and be just fine on the other side.
Ride right, ride safe, and we’ll see you on the trails. #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotosWestern U.P. Snowmobile Trail Update
Alright folks — yes, we see the warm-up coming. No surprises there. We’ve got a few softer days ahead as temps creep up, and during the warmest parts of the day you can expect trails to get a little sugary and loose.
That said, this is not a season-ender.
Overnight temps are still dropping enough to give groomers solid windows to get out and work their magic. We’re already hearing from riders who just got back reporting great rides, especially if you time it right and ride the cooler hours.
This little warm spell will pass. Cold air returns Tuesday, and there’s fresh snow in the forecast behind it. Once that cold settles back in, it looks like it’s sticking around.
Bottom line: don’t fret. The base is strong, the groomers are grinding, and this epic snowmobile season is far from over. We’ll ride through this bump in the road and be just fine on the other side.
Ride right, ride safe, and we’ll see you on the trails.
Warm temps during the day are in store for the next couple days. BUT, then cool back down next week with possibly of snow!? Maybe!? It’s a week out and everything can change.
Groomers have been going out nightly.
Trail 160 ✔️
Trail 2 from Wakefield to Hurley ✔️
Trail 8 through Morgan Mine ✔️
We will see what the warm up brings and how it will affect the trails. #ironwood #westernup #snowphotosIt will be a busy weekend!
Warm temps during the day are in store for the next couple days. BUT, then cool back down next week with a possibility of snow!? Maybe!? It’s a week out and everything can change.
Groomers have been going out nightly.
Trail 160 ✔️
Trail 2 from Wakefield to Hurley ✔️
Trail 8 through Morgan Mine ✔️
We will see what the warm up brings and how it will affect the trails.
Check out White Thunder Riders for their annual fundraiser this Saturday in Hurley.
Manitowish Waters Sno-Skeeters Snowmobile Club also have their fundraiser this Saturday.
Thank you to all our sponsors for help making it an awesome year so far!
Shoutout to the following!
Northland Powersports - Ironwood
Carquest- Ironwood
C&M Oil - Bessemer
Chief Oil - Ironwood
Red’s Auto - Ironwood
Bessemer Small Engine - Bessemer
Lahti Towing - Ironwood
Lulich Implement - Mason, WI
Many thanks to our all volunteer club!!
Enjoy your weekend, ride right, ride safely. #ontonagon #westernup