Sault Ste. Marie Trail Report – 03/31
SAULT STE. MARIE AREA UPDATE via Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association >> 03/31 3/31/25 They definitely encountered some low hanging branches, but no major downed trees and they were surprised how well the trails have held up! Love to see our hard working volunteers out enjoying themselves on this last official day of an amazing season! <> SAULT STE. MARIE AREA UPDATE via Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association >> 03/31 3/31/25 We did see significant icing last night, followed by about 2” of snow. I’m sure the trails are icy under the snow. It looks like areas to our northwest such as Paradise and Pine Stump got mostly snow. I would imagine that there are low hanging and broken branches and downed trees in spots, but we were very fortunate based on what I have seen in the Gaylord and Alpena areas. Remember, trails on public lands do not close, but will not be groomed. After today, please be mindful of where you are riding to be sure you are not trespassing. We will get gates closed as soon as we can on private property. Ride safe! Thank you to all who have visited our area and supported or local businesses, to all of our members, donors, our volunteers, and especially the landowners who so graciously allow access on their property! We appreciate you all! Thank you for helping make it a great season!! <> <> Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association Facebook Page <> SAULT STE. MARIE AREA UPDATE via Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association >> 11/9/2025 FROM US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Lake effect snow showers will increase in coverage late tonight into Monday morning. The heaviest snow showers will be near the Marquette/Alger County line and the higher terrain of Marquette County. Travel could be difficult for the morning commute on Monday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaLake effect snow showers will increase in coverage late tonight into Monday morning. The heaviest snow showers will be near the Marquette/Alger County line and the higher terrain of Marquette County. Travel could be difficult for the morning commute on Monday. FROM US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Here is a look at snowfall reports for the lake effect snow since last night. Expect amounts to go up with another round late tonight into Monday. Did you get lake effect snow? If so, please send us your reports on Facebook or X. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaHere is a look at snowfall reports for the lake effect snow since last night. Expect amounts to go up with another round late tonight into Monday. Did you get lake effect snow? If so, please send us your reports on Facebook or X. FROM Great Lakes Weather & Climate >> 📡 Statewide radar loop through 10 AM today (11/9) shows our two distinct snowmakers in progress. FROM TV6 & FOX UP >> FIRST ALERT: Higher snowfall is now expected for portions of Marquette and Alger counties. It comes in rounds of lake effect snow starting this evening and goes through Monday evening. Plan for moderate to heavy snow, hazardous roads, and limited visibility at times. Warnings could be issued. Another update with the latest changes comes this afternoon! #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaFIRST ALERT: Higher snowfall is now expected for portions of Marquette and Alger counties. It comes in rounds of lake effect snow starting this evening and goes through Monday evening. Plan for moderate to heavy snow, hazardous roads, and limited visibility at times. Warnings could be issued. Another update with the latest changes comes this afternoon! bring it on winter!!!!😂😂😂😂🤪🤪🤪 FROM US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> The first widespread lake effect snow event of the year is set to kick off tonight and last through Monday. The heaviest snowfall across the central U.P. will be highly contingent on where the strongest lake effect snowbands persist. Expect sharp snowfall gradients and rapid changes in road conditions impacting weekend travel and Monday commutes. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #newberry #seney #soo #straitsareaThe first widespread lake effect snow event of the year is set to kick off tonight and last through Monday. The heaviest snowfall across the central U.P. will be highly contingent on where the strongest lake effect snowbands persist. Expect sharp snowfall gradients and rapid changes in road conditions impacting weekend travel and Monday commutes. FROM TV6 & FOX UP >> FIRST ALERT: Accumulating snow between Sunday and Monday. Highest amounts subject change based on where snow bands set up. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Quiet weather is expected today as highs climb into the 40s with increasing clouds through the day. A cold front will bring light showers to the area tonight, with a wintry mix of precipitation types possible, but not much snow or ice accumulation is expected as lows fall near 30. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaQuiet weather is expected today as highs climb into the 40s with increasing clouds through the day. A cold front will bring light showers to the area tonight, with a wintry mix of precipitation types possible, but not much snow or ice accumulation is expected as lows fall near 30. <> Latest Trail Reports – Quick Links <>
A couple of our volunteers, Lane and Dennis, made it out for an 180 mile ride from the Pickford area all the way to Cut River and places in between today, even up trail 49 from Kinross!
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Last day of the official season, and oh what a season it has been!
Please keep your eye on those clubs pages. They may need some assistance in the coming weeks. I’ll share if I hear of anything.
We got very lucky here. If you’re out and about getting those last rides in, please be safe!Postings From Regional Pages On Facebook
Good evening everyone! We received our first measurable snow overnight, and thanks to Pete, Ryan, and all who have helped them this fall, our trail signing is complete!!🙌🏼
Here’s Pete’s report from today-
“November 9th 2025
Trail report:
Volunteers: Two
Total time: 10hrs
Miles traveled: 5
Holes dug: 42
New posts put up: 39
Wildlife: 4 deer
Times stuck in mud: no comment
Weather: clear, 29 degrees
Ryan and I couldn’t wrangle up any help today, so we finished our trail signing alone today. We started early and headed across town to start on trail 449. We put up 18 posts in the first 1/2 mile. The trail leading to the Kewadin Casino is VERY wet. Glad to report how well the Polaris winch worked today! On a good note, that trail has been worked on and riders should find it in better shape early in the season. We strategically worked our way through the wet areas and completed signing on 449 and 497. The only place we couldn’t get to was the hill between Ashmun Creek and the I-75 tunnel. The thick red clay muck was too much, and our prayers to the Gods of traction went unanswered. It was a rough day and we are completely worn out. I am
glad to report that the trail brushing is going to greatly improve early season riding!
The new Culver’s restaurant is coming along AWESOME. The trail runs right next to the parking lot. I imagine we will be able to get a ButterBurger this season.
The trails open in 22 days! We will report to the DNR that we are ready for our trail audit, and then fix any problems they find. Other than that, we are ready to RIDE!
Trail Guru Pete”
As always, thank you to our awesome volunteers, and to ALL who help support our efforts!
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Thank you! #soo #snowphotos 
The first one is the synoptic (aka "system") snow associated with a low that is moving east through southern Ohio. The counterclockwise flow around the low is shown over Metro Detroit as moisture interacts with decreasing temps, leading to this morning's snowfall.
Over the U.P. and Lake Michigan, the north winds are ushering in the coldest air of the season, which activates lake effect snow and transitions to the second portion of this snow event. Counties in the corner of southwest lower Michigan, northern Indiana and Illinois are set to receive a firehose of lake effect over the next 24-36 hrs, resulting in accumulations that could push one foot.
Portions of northern lower Michigan and the Saginaw Bay region are also set to receive lake effect snowfall through this evening, with amounts of 3-6 inches possible, with isolated higher amounts. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #newberry #soo #gaylord #cadillac #traversecity #petoskey
Forecast>https://www.uppermichiganssource.com/2025/11/07/first-alert-winter-blast-bring-accumulating-snow/ #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #newberry #soo #straitsareaFIRST ALERT: Accumulating snow between Sunday and Monday. Highest amounts subject change based on where snow bands set up.
Forecast>www.uppermichiganssource.com/2025/11/07/first-alert-winter-blast-bring-accumulating-snow/