Ontonagon Trail Report – 02/05
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Roxey’s Bar & Grill >> 02/05 ❄️ Ontonagon County Winter Update – February 5, 2025 ❄ 🌡️ Today’s Weather Alert: A Winter Storm Watch is in effect from 11:00 AM EST today until 1:00 AM EST Friday. Blizzard conditions are possible with 2-5 inches of snow and wind gusts up to 55 mph. Whiteout conditions may make travel treacherous, and power outages are possible. 🛷 Snowmobile Trail Update <> ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Scott’s Superior Inn and Cabins >> 02/05 Ontonagon County Snowmobile Trail Report We have a ton of snow! Ontonagon County is buried in the white gold, and conditions are excellent for riding. Scattered lake effect snow is expected daily through the weekend, keeping trails refreshed. However, with bitter cold temperatures hanging on, be sure to dress appropriately and prepare for extreme winter conditions. Our trails are groomed daily, providing some of the best riding conditions you’ll find. If you’re looking for smooth trails and fewer crowds, midweek riding is ideal. On weekends, be sure to get out early—traffic picks up quickly, and trails will start to get bumpy by midday. Enjoy the ride, stay safe, and respect private property and trail rules. See you on the trails! <> <> <> Visit North Country Snowmobile Club – UP Website >>>> <> Visit North Country Snowmobile Club – UP on Facebook >>>> <> WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> A cold front will bring light rain and snow showers to the UP today with some lingering snow showers near Lake Superior late. Highs will generally top off in the 40s early, except a bit cooler over the Keweenaw. Temperatures will begin to drop this afternoon ahead of the aforementioned cold front. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaA cold front will bring light rain and snow showers to the UP today with some lingering snow showers near Lake Superior late. Highs will generally top off in the 40s early, except a bit cooler over the Keweenaw. Temperatures will begin to drop this afternoon ahead of the aforementioned cold front. WEATHER UPDATE via TV6 & FOX UP >> FIRST ALERT: A cold front moves through late in the day with rain/snow mix. Ahead of it, temperatures climb into the 40s, but behind it a quick drop off is expected. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaFIRST ALERT: A cold front moves through late in the day with rain/snow mix. Ahead of it, temperatures climb into the 40s, but behind it a quick drop off is expected. LAKE GOGEBIC DINING UPDATE via Root Cellar Resort >> We open today (Thursday) at 2pm our specials of the day are WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> The significant snow has moved out of much of the U.P. Snow continues to fall over the far eastern end of the U.P. and over the northern L.P. We've had reports of just over 10" inches of snow in Escanaba! A few light lake effect snow showers will continue today downwind of Lake Superior. CoCoRaHS and NWS Cooperative Observations are filtering in. Please let us know how much snow your area received. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaThe significant snow has moved out of much of the U.P. Snow continues to fall over the far eastern end of the U.P. and over the northern L.P. We've had reports of just over 10" inches of snow in Escanaba! A few light lake effect snow showers will continue today downwind of Lake Superior. CoCoRaHS and NWS Cooperative Observations are filtering in. Please let us know how much snow your area received. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Latest forecast showing a SE shift in the forecast snow totals, highest from the east to south-central UP. Heavy snow/high winds make for difficult travel conditions here this afternoon/evening. Sharp cutoff in amounts on the NW side. Iron County dropped from the warning. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaLatest forecast showing a SE shift in the forecast snow totals, highest from the east to south-central UP. Heavy snow/high winds make for difficult travel conditions here this afternoon/evening. Sharp cutoff in amounts on the NW side. Iron County dropped from the warning. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Winter weather headlines remain in effect from this morning into early Thursday morning for heavy snow and strong winds creating blowing and drifting snow. Expect lesser snowfall amounts along the immediate shorelines of the Great Lakes. Travel could be dangerous to impossible in spots by this evening; especially along M-28 from Marquette to Munising, where frequent whiteouts are possible. Check out weather.gov/mqt/winter for additional maps and winter weather information. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaWinter weather headlines remain in effect from this morning into early Thursday morning for heavy snow and strong winds creating blowing and drifting snow. Expect lesser snowfall amounts along the immediate shorelines of the Great Lakes. Travel could be dangerous to impossible in spots by this evening; especially along M-28 from Marquette to Munising, where frequent whiteouts are possible. Check out weather.gov/mqt/winter for additional maps and winter weather information. WEATHER UPDATE via TV6 & FOX UP >> FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: The incoming winter storm is taking a more southeasterly track. This shifts the potential for heavier snowfall more east with lowest amounts along the shorelines. We're still expecting wet heavy accumulating snow this afternoon through tonight with poor visibility from strong winds. Plan road conditions to become difficult. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaFIRST ALERT WEATHER DAY: The incoming winter storm is taking a more southeasterly track. This shifts the potential for heavier snowfall more east with lowest amounts along the shorelines. We're still expecting wet heavy accumulating snow this afternoon through tonight with poor visibility from strong winds. Plan road conditions to become difficult. Austin Bassett Bruce Christy Jr. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Winter weather headlines have been issued for Wed. morning into early Thursday morning for heavy snow and strong winds creating blowing and drifting snow. Expect lesser snowfall amounts along the immediate shorelines of the Great Lakes. Travel could be dangerous to impossible in spots by Wed. evening; especially along M-28 from Marquette to Munising, where frequent whiteouts are possible. Check out weather.gov/mqt/winter for additional maps and winter weather information. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaWinter weather headlines have been issued for Wed. morning into early Thursday morning for heavy snow and strong winds creating blowing and drifting snow. Expect lesser snowfall amounts along the immediate shorelines of the Great Lakes. Travel could be dangerous to impossible in spots by Wed. evening; especially along M-28 from Marquette to Munising, where frequent whiteouts are possible. Check out weather.gov/mqt/winter for additional maps and winter weather information. ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via North Country Snowmobile Club UP >> We will not return to grooming with this week's storm due to the risk of getting equipment stuck. Lots of water moving and we've lost just too much snow. Ride safe if you choose to chase the snow!! #ontonagon #westernupWe will not return to grooming with this week's storm due to the risk of getting equipment stuck. Lots of water moving and we've lost just too much snow. Ride safe if you choose to chase the snow!! WEATHER UPDATE via Great Lakes Weather & Climate >> ❄ The U.P. is barreling towards a rather potent winter storm on Wednesday into Thursday (3/19-3/20). Winter Storm Watches are currently in effect for much of the peninsula, with the NWS forecasting snowfall that could easily top 6-12 inches. Lesser amounts are forecast for the eastern U.P. and northern lower Michigan, but the lower peninsula will also see a bit of snowfall from this system. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Winter weather headlines have been issued for tonight through Thursday morning for heavy snow, potential for a glaze of ice, and strong winds creating blowing and drifting snow threats. Travel could be dangerous to impossible in spots. Check out weather.gov/mqt/winter for more maps and winter weather information. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaWinter weather headlines have been issued for tonight through Thursday morning for heavy snow, potential for a glaze of ice, and strong winds creating blowing and drifting snow threats. Travel could be dangerous to impossible in spots. 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Good morning, Ontonagon County! Here’s the latest on today’s weather, snowmobile trails, the Porcupine Mountains Ski Area, and Roxey’s specials:
Current Conditions: Mostly cloudy, 16°F (-9°C)
Forecast: Very windy with snow, 3-6 cm expected; storm total snowfall 5-10 cm. Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects.
High: 28°F (-2°C) | Low: 13°F (-10°C)
Trail Conditions: Trails in Ontonagon County are currently in excellent condition, with a solid base and regular grooming. However, today’s incoming winter storm could create hazardous conditions, including reduced visibility and drifting snow. Please check updated trail conditions before heading out.
https://www.upsnowmobiling.com/
Groomer Tracker: Stay updated on freshly groomed trails with the GroomerTracker app, available on iOS and Android.
🎿 Porcupine Mountains Ski Area
Status: All 20 runs are open and groomed, with a base depth of 6 inches. The ski area operates Friday through Monday, 9 AM to 5 PM EST, weather permitting. Given the forecasted storm, please check for any operational updates before planning your visit.
https://www.michigan.gov/skitheporkies
Upcoming Event: Midwest Telefest – February 7-9, 2025. Celebrate telemark skiing with races, demos, live music, and more. Check for event updates in case of weather-related changes.
https://www.michigan.gov/skitheporkies/events
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🔥 Bourbon Burger Basket – $11.99
1/3 pound Black Angus steakburger topped with cheddar cheese, bourbon sauce, and an onion ring, served with your choice of fries or our housemade potato salad and coleslaw.
🍹 Cocktail Happy Hour – $2 Rail Drinks from 4 PM to 7 PM
📍 Stay Warm at Roxey’s!
With winter weather moving in, it’s the perfect day to warm up with great food and drinks at Roxey’s!
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Stay safe, monitor weather updates, and we look forward to serving you at Roxey’s! 🥂 #ontonagon #westernup
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