Watersmeet – Western U.P. Trail Report – 12/30
WATERSMEET – WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club >> 12/30 UPDATED 12/30/25- Groomers were finally able to get out today and groom our entire system and clear all big obstacles that were on or blocking the trails. Both groomers were out 9 to 10 hours to get through everything but still expect some mirror wackers as it will take a while to get all them. We got anywhere from probably 12 to 20 inches of snow so it is going to take a few days before the trails are really going to set up. We will be on a more consistent grooming schedule moving forward as long as weather cooperates and groomer drivers are available. Big thanks to some of the snowmobilers that stopped and help us clear some of the big trees and if you see something on the trails please try to pick it up to help our drivers out. Remember Ride Right and Ride Safe. <> <> <> Reports via: U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club on Facebook >>>> <> 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! WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> High pressure will gradually build into the region today and Thursday. This will slowly diminish lake effect snow showers from west to east. It will also help usher in a warm and mostly dry period. Most can expect above freezing temperatures during the day and below freezing temperatures overnight into at least early next week. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaHigh pressure will gradually build into the region today and Thursday. This will slowly diminish lake effect snow showers from west to east. It will also help usher in a warm and mostly dry period. Most can expect above freezing temperatures during the day and below freezing temperatures overnight into at least early next week. #906wx #miwx ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Hamilton's North Coast Adventures >> Your North Coast trail team is out whipping them trails back into shape tonight! Here's your photographic proof! There is so much snow up here, you guys! We are looking forward to a great February of riding and an even better March! Warm temperatures mean easy riding and fun times this weekend. Come see us and lets go for a snowmobile ride, eh? #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotos <> Latest Trail Reports – Quick Links <>Postings From Regional Pages On Facebook
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 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.
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