Ontonagon Area Trail Report – 02/17
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Scott’s Superior Inn and Cabins >> 02/17 🌞➡❄ Western UP Trail Report – False Spring Is Officially Cancelled ❄➡🌞 Well folks… we survived the “Was That April?” warm spell of the last few days. Snowbanks shrank. Trails got a little sugary. We all nervously side-eyed the thermometer like it owed us money. Winter just walked back in the room. Tonight we flip the switch. Temps are dropping, the cold is returning, and the forecast is calling for up to a foot of fresh snow by Wednesday evening. Mother Nature basically said, “Relax, I was just kidding.” Here’s what that means: • ❄ Fresh accumulation building back the base During the warm-up the trails got soft in spots (nothing unexpected), but the base held strong. With this incoming snow and cold, we’re about to go from “late March vibes” right back to prime-season riding. So if you were sweating the thaw — don’t. Snow is returning. Load the sleds. The comeback tour starts tonight. 💪❄ <> <> <> 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 messy winter storm is set to lift through the Great Lakes tonight through Wednesday bringing mixed precipitation, heavy wet snow, and strong winds to Upper Michigan. WATERSMEET - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club >> TRAIL UPDATE 2/17/26- Big Thank you to Groomers Gary and Dave for grooming overnight for 8 hours. WEATHER UPDATE via 9&10 News >> Messy System Tuesday Night - Wednesday Afternoon! ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Scott's Superior Inn and Cabins >> 🌞➡️❄️ Western UP Trail Report – False Spring Is Officially Cancelled ❄️➡️🌞 WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> A messy winter storm is expected to lift into the Great Lakes Tuesday night through Wednesday, spreading mixed precipitation across the area before changing over to all snow. There remains high uncertainty regarding the exact track of this system, which will impact the timing and amount of each precipitation type. For additional details, view the entire briefing here: www.weather.gov/media/mqt/DssPacket.pdf #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaA messy winter storm is expected to lift into the Great Lakes Tuesday night through Wednesday, spreading mixed precipitation across the area before changing over to all snow. There remains high uncertainty regarding the exact track of this system, which will impact the timing and amount of each precipitation type. For additional details, view the entire briefing here: www.weather.gov/media/mqt/DssPacket.pdf WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Unsettled weather arrives Wednesday bringing wintry precipitation across parts of Michigan. Accumulating snow is favored across the UP, with a wintry mix favored across central/northern lower Michigan, and rain with a chance of thunder favored across southern Michigan. The rain/mix/snow lines may shift north or south over the next few days. Snow and ice totals could range from nuisance to moderately disruptive. Monitor the forecast over the next few days as the forecast details become clearer. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyUnsettled weather arrives Wednesday bringing wintry precipitation across parts of Michigan. Accumulating snow is favored across the UP, with a wintry mix favored across central/northern lower Michigan, and rain with a chance of thunder favored across southern Michigan. The rain/mix/snow lines may shift north or south over the next few days. Snow and ice totals could range from nuisance to moderately disruptive. Monitor the forecast over the next few days as the forecast details become clearer. 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 <> Latest Trail Reports – Quick Links <>
But guess what?
• 🥶 Colder temps locking everything back in
• 🚜 Groomers getting back to laying down that corduroy magic
• 😁 Smiles per mile going way up
Cold is returning.
Happy is returning.Postings From Regional Pages On Facebook
Please view the full briefing packet at the link below for details regarding precipitation type and timing, forecast snowfall and freezing rain accumulation, and more.
www.weather.gov/media/mqt/DssPacket.pdf #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea 
With the extreme warm weather and then the somewhat flash freeze through the night made for some tough grooming with moguls freezing up and trying to cut them down we had some balling of the snow. Long story short trails are pretty flat bridges still a little rough but this morning everything was like concrete. If we get the snow things should really be back to pretty good again. #watersmeet #westernup #snowphotos
What you need to know!
1) Winter Storm Warnings & Advisories from early Wednesday morning to Wednesday Evening. Most of the impact will be from 3am to 9am for Northern Michigan. For the list of counties and what you can expect, head here: www.9and10news.com/weather/latest-forecast/
2) U.P. and Tip of the Mitt will see the most snow. Some areas of Chippewa & Mackinac County could see 5-10" of snow!
3) Areas of the Northern Lower & Northern Central Lower could see a glaze of ice to .25" of ice accumulation.
4) Areas closer to Lake Michigan will stay rain and avoid issues.
5) This system will cause headaches across Northern Michigan so make sure to have the Doppler 9&10 Weather App or tune in for the latest forecast to see how this will impact you! #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey
Well folks… we survived the “Was That April?” warm spell of the last few days. Snowbanks shrank. Trails got a little sugary. We all nervously side-eyed the thermometer like it owed us money.
But guess what?
Winter just walked back in the room.
Tonight we flip the switch. Temps are dropping, the cold is returning, and the forecast is calling for up to a foot of fresh snow by Wednesday evening. Mother Nature basically said, “Relax, I was just kidding.”
Here’s what that means:
• ❄️ Fresh accumulation building back the base
• 🥶 Colder temps locking everything back in
• 🚜 Groomers getting back to laying down that corduroy magic
• 😁 Smiles per mile going way up
During the warm-up the trails got soft in spots (nothing unexpected), but the base held strong. With this incoming snow and cold, we’re about to go from “late March vibes” right back to prime-season riding.
So if you were sweating the thaw — don’t.
Snow is returning.
Cold is returning.
Happy is returning.
Load the sleds. The comeback tour starts tonight. 💪❄️ #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotos
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.