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Cadillac Area Trail Report – 12/25

CADILLAC AREA UPDATE via Caberfae Peaks – Holiday wishes do come true! We’ve been blessed with 5″ of new snow overnight and more on the way! …. This should help get the Cadillac Area groomers out on the trails….

CADILLAC AREA UPDATE – Well, Santa’s giving us what we asked for this Christmas – 4 to 8 inches of #LakeEffect!
Be safe on the roads today everyone…

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To better access the forest trails, you’ll want to use one of the Staging Areas below:

33 Rd Staging Area–S of M-55–approx.. 3 miles west of Cadillac on M-55 (watch for signs)

Caberfae Staging Area–approx.. 12 miles west of Cadillac on M-55 (watch for signs)

Boon Staging Area–park in plowed area south of Boon Grocery

Note: The porta-a-johns were removed from our staging areas today as our contracts on them expired 3-15-13.

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Wednesday December 10th, 2025 - 5:02 pm

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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Lake effect snow will continue to ramp up this afternoon with heaviest banding expected later tonight into Thursday morning. Several inches of snow is expected across parts of northwest lower and eastern upper Michigan, including the potential for localized amounts of 6-8” or more. Reduced visibility and hazardous travel will be possible for these areas into Thursday. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyLake effect snow will continue to ramp up this afternoon with heaviest banding expected later tonight into Thursday morning. Several inches of snow is expected across parts of northwest lower and eastern upper Michigan, including the potential for localized amounts of 6-8” or more. Reduced visibility and hazardous travel will be possible for these areas into Thursday. ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Lake effect snow will continue to ramp up this afternoon with heaviest banding expected later tonight into Thursday morning. Several inches of snow is expected across parts of northwest lower and eastern upper Michigan, including the potential for localized amounts of 6-8” or more. Reduced visibility and hazardous travel will be possible for these areas into Thursday. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Wednesday December 10th, 2025 - 10:16 am

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

WEATHER UPDATE via Michigan Storm Chasers >> Northwest winds kick in later today, allowing for lake effect snow to return primarily for the areas drenched in shades of blue. A couple locations will pick up 1-3" or greater within the most intense bands. We are monitoring the Kalkaska county region the closest for potential upgrades, but this should be a good base forecast to get you through the end of the day on Thursday, December 11th. This forecast starts at 5 pm EST this evening when the advisories end for the system, while the lake effect bands begin coming on shore. A couple of squalls may produce blowing snow, reduced visibilities under half a mile, and a very miniscule chance for thundersnow. Areas without a color designation are not anticipated to benefit from the lake effect snow this time around.
We are watching for more snow chances Friday into Saturday. More details either later today, or first thing tomorrow. Keep it tuned in here at MSC! #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyNorthwest winds kick in later today, allowing for lake effect snow to return primarily for the areas drenched in shades of blue. A couple locations will pick up 1-3" or greater within the most intense bands. We are monitoring the Kalkaska county region the closest for potential upgrades, but this should be a good base forecast to get you through the end of the day on Thursday, December 11th. This forecast starts at 5 pm EST this evening when the advisories end for the system, while the lake effect bands begin coming on shore. A couple of squalls may produce blowing snow, reduced visibilities under half a mile, and a very miniscule chance for thundersnow. Areas without a color designation are not anticipated to benefit from the lake effect snow this time around.

We are watching for more snow chances Friday into Saturday. More details either later today, or first thing tomorrow. Keep it tuned in here at MSC!

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WEATHER UPDATE via Michigan Storm Chasers >> Northwest winds kick in later today, allowing for lake effect snow to return primarily for the areas drenched in shades of blue. A couple locations will pick up 1-3 or greater within the most intense bands. We are monitoring the Kalkaska county region the closest for potential upgrades, but this should be a good base forecast to get you through the end of the day on Thursday, December 11th. This forecast starts at 5 pm EST this evening when the advisories end for the system, while the lake effect bands begin coming on shore. A couple of squalls may produce blowing snow, reduced visibilities under half a mile, and a very miniscule chance for thundersnow. Areas without a color designation are not anticipated to benefit from the lake effect snow this time around.
We are watching for more snow chances Friday into Saturday. More details either later today, or first thing tomorrow. Keep it tuned in here at MSC! #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Wednesday December 10th, 2025 - 8:24 am

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Accumulating snow continues this morning as a system works across the state. An additional 1-2” is expected across northeast lower by early afternoon, resulting in slippery roads and reduced visibility for the morning commute. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyAccumulating snow continues this morning as a system works across the state. An additional 1-2” is expected across northeast lower by early afternoon, resulting in slippery roads and reduced visibility for the morning commute. ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Accumulating snow continues this morning as a system works across the state. An additional 1-2” is expected across northeast lower by early afternoon, resulting in slippery roads and reduced visibility for the morning commute. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Wednesday December 10th, 2025 - 2:36 am

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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Another round of snow arrives late tonight, with several inches expected south of M-32 by Wednesday evening. Snow-covered roads will lead to slippery conditions, and gusty winds may create blowing snow at times. Hazardous travel is possible— in ice and snow, take it slow! #MIwx #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyAnother round of snow arrives late tonight, with several inches expected south of M-32 by Wednesday evening. Snow-covered roads will lead to slippery conditions, and gusty winds may create blowing snow at times. Hazardous travel is possible— in ice and snow, take it slow! #MIwx ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Another round of snow arrives late tonight, with several inches expected south of M-32 by Wednesday evening. Snow-covered roads will lead to slippery conditions, and gusty winds may create blowing snow at times. Hazardous travel is possible— in ice and snow, take it slow! #MIwx #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Wednesday December 10th, 2025 - 1:51 am

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

CADILLAC AREA UPDATE via Cadillac Winter Promotions >> One of our newest volunteers, Dan B., is out for his first day of training in a tractor. Joel S. rode along to do the training out of the 29rd barn to Bristol and lincoln bridge They said the trail conditions are awesome, with more snow in the forecast!Thanks, guys, for the hard work and time!! #cadillac #snowphotos ... See MoreSee Less

CADILLAC AREA UPDATE via Cadillac Winter Promotions  >> One of our newest volunteers, Dan B., is out for his first day of training in a tractor. Joel S. rode along to do the training out of the 29rd barn to Bristol and lincoln bridge  They said the trail conditions are awesome, with more snow in the forecast!Thanks, guys, for the hard work and time!! #cadillac #snowphotosImage attachment

Tuesday December 9th, 2025 - 12:41 pm

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Our first round of accumulating snow will continue today, bringing 1-2” for most areas by this evening. A second round of snow is expected to arrive late tonight, bringing another several inches of snow for most areas south of M-32 by Wednesday evening. Snow-covered roads may make for slippery driving conditions, and hazardous travel will be possible at times – especially across any exposed areas experiencing blowing snow from gusty winds. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyOur first round of accumulating snow will continue today, bringing 1-2” for most areas by this evening. A second round of snow is expected to arrive late tonight, bringing another several inches of snow for most areas south of M-32 by Wednesday evening. Snow-covered roads may make for slippery driving conditions, and hazardous travel will be possible at times – especially across any exposed areas experiencing blowing snow from gusty winds. ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Our first round of accumulating snow will continue today, bringing 1-2” for most areas by this evening. A second round of snow is expected to arrive late tonight, bringing another several inches of snow for most areas south of M-32 by Wednesday evening. Snow-covered roads may make for slippery driving conditions, and hazardous travel will be possible at times – especially across any exposed areas experiencing blowing snow from gusty winds. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Tuesday December 9th, 2025 - 12:37 pm

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

WEATHER UPDATE via Meteorologist Brad Sugden >> Timing post!!
Most of us got that quick burst of 1-2" (locally 3") earlier, and we're already onto the next system - later today!! Fast!
Notice we'll have a distinct rain/ snow line to the south.
Models have all come together nicely. That's a great thing because it lines up with my forecast quite nice. My snow map was posted earlier! Scroll my page!
Some areas are looking at up to 6"of snow.
Rain falling into cold snow pack roads will cause some very slick conditions. Dirt roads, I'm talking to you! You know this already, though haha.
Most treated roads to the south will be ok, though. Anywhere all snow all the time (north of I-96) will be very slow going!
Want a home with a fireplace and big windows to watch the snow!? (I dream of this) #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey
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Tuesday December 9th, 2025 - 1:43 am

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WEATHER UPDATE via Meteorologist Brad Sugden >> Snow time!!
This is late Tuesday thru Wednesday AM only. Repeat that. 😅
About 1-2 inches could fall Tuesday AM before this second system moves in.
There will be some rain mixed in to the south. Please note that'll make back dirt roads quite slick for those folks.
Temperatures stay in the 20s further north, so it'll be a lighter, fluffy snow.
Roads Wednesday AM won't be fun.
This is followed by cold and some lake effect! More slick roads possible with that. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traverscity #petoskeySnow time!!

This is late Tuesday thru Wednesday AM only. Repeat that. 😅

About 1-2 inches could fall Tuesday AM before this second system moves in.

There will be some rain mixed in to the south. Please note that'll make back dirt roads quite slick for those folks.

Temperatures stay in the 20s further north, so it'll be a lighter, fluffy snow.

Roads Wednesday AM won't be fun.

This is followed by cold and some lake effect! More slick roads possible with that.

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WEATHER UPDATE via Meteorologist Brad Sugden >> Snow time!!
This is late Tuesday thru Wednesday AM only. Repeat that. 😅
About 1-2 inches could fall Tuesday AM before this second system moves in.  
There will be some rain mixed in to the south. Please note thatll make back dirt roads quite slick for those folks. 
Temperatures stay in the 20s further north, so itll be a lighter, fluffy snow. 
Roads Wednesday AM wont be fun. 
This is followed by cold and some lake effect! More slick roads possible with that. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traverscity #petoskey

Monday December 8th, 2025 - 12:38 pm

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

CADILLAC AREA UPDATE via Coyote Crossing Resort >> Frigid Temps
Trail Condition: Decent; Base: 2″; Base is holding up, but we need more snow. 4-8″ expected this week, which would be a great help! Only grooming as needed right now. Per usual, roads are plowed down to very thin and ice. Last night’s below zero temps made things extremely firm with little lubrication, but with more snow and normal winter temps coming, that should improve!
coyotecrossingresort.com/frigid-temps/ #cadillac #snowphotosFrigid Temps
Trail Condition: Decent; Base: 2″; Base is holding up, but we need more snow. 4-8″ expected this week, which would be a great help! Only grooming as needed right now. Per usual, roads are plowed down to very thin and ice. Last night’s below zero temps made things extremely firm with little lubrication, but with more snow and normal winter temps coming, that should improve!
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CADILLAC AREA UPDATE via Coyote Crossing Resort >> Frigid Temps
Trail Condition: Decent; Base: 2″; Base is holding up, but we need more snow. 4-8″ expected this week, which would be a great help! Only grooming as needed right now.  Per usual, roads are plowed down to very thin and ice. Last night’s below zero temps made things extremely firm with little lubrication, but with more snow and normal winter temps coming, that should improve!
https://coyotecrossingresort.com/frigid-temps/ #cadillac #snowphotos

Monday December 8th, 2025 - 2:57 am

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan .. 🥶 Lingering lake effect snow showers diminish this evening with cold temperatures expected tonight.
❄️ Snow potential returns Monday afternoon, initially across parts of the eastern U.P. and across the remainder of northern Michigan Monday night - Tuesday.
More details at: www.weather.gov/apx/weatherstory #MIWeather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey #straitsarea #Soo #Newberry
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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan .. 🥶  Lingering lake effect snow showers diminish this evening with cold temperatures expected tonight.
❄️  Snow potential returns Monday afternoon, initially across parts of the eastern U.P. and across the remainder of northern Michigan Monday night - Tuesday.
More details at: https://www.weather.gov/apx/weatherstory #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey #straitsarea #soo #newberryImage attachment
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