Keweenaw Peninsula Trail Report – 12/30
KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports – 12/30 It was a great day to ride Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula! White gold seemed to fall all day and the bridge was opened for snowmobile crossing! It was a beautiful winter wonderland and here are just a few photos trying to capture that beauty! Trails were awesome for the majority of the day and we felt as though we were just floating on top of pillows as we were riding. Groomer Operators were busy down in Houghton/Hancock all day getting the Portage Lake Lift Bridge opened, therefore trails north of Mohawk did not see grooming operations today. It was fun riding all the fresh champagne powder that fell last night and continued today. By late afternoon, all the traffic had taken a toll on the condition of the trails …….and it should be noted we still don’t really have a base. The return trip south was definitely a bit rougher and once again you were hearing the rocks hit your carbides in areas. KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Western & Southern UP Trail Reports – 12/30 <> <> <> KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports – 12/30 FRESH SNOW and the OPENING of the bridge! I’m doing my happy dance! Groomer Operator/South End Trail Boss Glenn Rowe It’s going to be a great day to ride Michigan’s Keweenaw Peninsula! The Keweenaw Snowmobile Club Groomer Operators and City of Houghton are hard at work opening the bridge for crossing from Houghton to Hancock. The city is helping out with 3 trucks hauling in snow. We received 6-8 inches of fresh champagne powder last night and Glenn said it has really helped the trails out. He noted there could still be some rock showing through in the Mohawk area. PLEASE stay clear of the bridge today while they are preparing it to make their job go smoother! These guys work S❄ hard for all of us riders! The last photo shows original usage of the Portage Lake Lift Bridge! <> Keweenaw Convention & Visitors Bureau December 28 Snowfall & Weather Houghton County has received a total of 61.4″ of snow for the season and Keweenaw County has received 48.3″ of snow for the season.* Today: Winter weather advisory remains in effect until 7 pm for northern Houghton county. Lake effect snow of 2”-5”. High 21F. Low 10F. • Snowmobile Trail Conditions Snowmobile trails are in early season condition throughout the Keweenaw. Groomers are out brushing and panning the trails. Up to 14 inches of snow on the ground. Watch out for rocks, wet spots and other impediments as snow levels are low. High Rock and Brockway Mountain are not open yet due to low snow. MDNR Trail 133 is closed but has signed reroutes and MDNR Trail 134 to Copper Harbor is OPEN. Trail Closures: The trail section from Dollar Bay to Lake Linden (a portion of Trail 3) and the Freda Trail (Trails 121 & 120) will be closed the entire season for repair. <> Keweenaw Trail Reports on Facebook >>>> <> KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Western UP Trail Reports >> Gassed up and ready to ride. So stop saying it's over when it's not over yet. Lol Northern Mn The lynx found some stuck Nice!! WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Here's a map of observed snow totals from the recent storm. Snow totals ranged from little to nothing along the Superior shoreline due to the warm lake temperatures, to 2 feet plus in the higher terrain of Marquette and Baraga Counties. Thank you to everyone who submitted reports! WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> The spring storm system weakens as it departs from the region today. Additional accumulations are expected around 1 to 4 inches, mainly in the high terrain of north central Upper Michigan. Dry and pleasant weather is on the way this weekend with temperatures trending to above normal by early next week. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaThe spring storm system weakens as it departs from the region today. Additional accumulations are expected around 1 to 4 inches, mainly in the high terrain of north central Upper Michigan. Dry and pleasant weather is on the way this weekend with temperatures trending to above normal by early next week. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> The ongoing spring storm will bring an additional 6-8" of wet snow to the Marquette and Baraga county highlands overnight tonight through Thursday morning. Travel could be tricky on unplowed roads or where blowing snow causes low visibility. Snow begins to taper off Thursday afternoon. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaThe ongoing spring storm will bring an additional 6-8" of wet snow to the Marquette and Baraga county highlands overnight tonight through Thursday morning. Travel could be tricky on unplowed roads or where blowing snow causes low visibility. Snow begins to taper off Thursday afternoon. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> The strong storm continues through tonight, bringing a combination of high winds and heavy wet snow. Marquette and Baraga counties remain under Blizzard Warnings with Winter Storm Warnings elsewhere. Widespread 20 to 25 mph winds with gusts up to 35 to 45 mph are expected across Upper Michigan. Gusts as high as 50 to 55 mph are possible along Lake Superior and in the Keweenaw. Widespread 4 to 12 inches of snow is expected, lowest in the east. Snow amounts in excess of 1 to 2 feet are expected across the high terrain of Marquette and Baraga Counties into Thursday morning. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea***Blizzard Warnings have expired*** Are trail gates closed on Trail 5 from Champion up to Big Bay and other trails around there or can we still sneak out? With this much snow, we can probably can’t see the gates! Lol. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Winter Storm and Blizzard Warnings have been issued! Blizzard warnings are in effect for Baraga and Marquette Counties. Heavy wet snow will arrive later tonight into Thursday morning as a low pressure system lifts into the Great Lakes. Strong northerly winds are expected and blowing snow is likely. Widespread 8-12 inches are forecast; higher amounts in excess of 2 feet are forecast across the higher terrain of Marquette and Baraga Counties into Thursday morning. Note: A sharp gradient in snow totals is expected just inland from the Great Lake-especially along the Lake Superior shoreline in Baraga and Marquette Counties. Wet snow combined with strong northerly winds may cause sporadic power outages. A prolonged mix of rain and snow will enable lower snow totals over the eastern sections of the U.P. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea WINTER STORM WEATHER UPDATE via TV6 & FOX UP >> WINTER STORM UPDATE: Rain/snow begins moving into the Southern counties this afternoon. It becomes widespread wet snow tonight through tomorrow. You can expect sloppy roads and strong winds. For more impacts and the timeline check out the video... #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaWINTER STORM UPDATE: Rain/snow begins moving into the Southern counties this afternoon. It becomes widespread wet snow tonight through tomorrow. You can expect sloppy roads and strong winds. For more impacts and the timeline check out the video. Too little too late isn't it? Eric Owen Michael Sirianni WINTER STORM WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Winter Storm Warnings have been issued! Heavy wet snow is expected tonight into Thursday morning as a low pressure system lifts into the Great Lakes. Widespread 8-12 inches are forecast; higher amounts in excess of 1-2 feet are forecast across the high terrain of Marquette and Baraga Counties into Thursday morning. Note: A sharp gradient in snow totals is expected between the lower amounts (up to a foot or more near Marquette County lakeshores) and the heavier accumulations in the higher terrain of the west. Widespread 20 to 25 mph winds with gusts up to 35 to 45 mph are expected across Upper Michigan. Gusts as high as 50 to 55 mph are possible along Lake Superior and in the Keweenaw causing blowing snow and reducing visibilities. Wet snow combined with strong winds may cause sporadic power outages. Continue to monitor the forecast for changes. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea Go figure after sled season is over and my truck goes in the shop WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Mostly cloudy skies will prevail into early next week with a few chances for rain and snow showers across the east today and central/southeast Tuesday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaMostly cloudy skies will prevail into early next week with a few chances for rain and snow showers across the east today and central/southeast Tuesday. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Light snow continues to spread eastward this morning, but will end from west to east through the afternoon hours with most of the area having picked up around 1 to 2 inches of snow. Some freezing rain is possible along the MI/WI state line, potentially leading to slippery roadways. Expect highs in the 30s to lower 40s. Skies stay cloudy the rest of the weekend, though temperatures should come in slightly warmer on Sunday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaLight snow continues to spread eastward this morning, but will end from west to east through the afternoon hours with most of the area having picked up around 1 to 2 inches of snow. Some freezing rain is possible along the MI/WI state line, potentially leading to slippery roadways. Expect highs in the 30s to lower 40s. Skies stay cloudy the rest of the weekend, though temperatures should come in slightly warmer on Sunday. KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports >> What is YOUR average miles riding, each season and how many will you end up with this season? WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Temperatures turn warmer today compared to the last couple of days with highs generally ranging in the 40s under sunny skies. Temperatures should stay in the 30s closer to the Superior shoreline. These pleasant conditions will be short-lived though as another round of snow moves in tonight through Saturday along with cooler temperatures. There is a chance for some pockets of freezing rain along the WI/MI border. Snow comes to an end Saturday evening, but clouds hang on for Sunday. Expect total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Use caution if driving, slippery roads possible late tonight through Saturday morning. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaTemperatures turn warmer today compared to the last couple of days with highs generally ranging in the 40s under sunny skies. Temperatures should stay in the 30s closer to the Superior shoreline. These pleasant conditions will be short-lived though as another round of snow moves in tonight through Saturday along with cooler temperatures. There is a chance for some pockets of freezing rain along the WI/MI border. Snow comes to an end Saturday evening, but clouds hang on for Sunday. Expect total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Use caution if driving, slippery roads possible late tonight through Saturday morning. KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Fletchy’s Otter Belly Lodge >> Where was this snow all year? I am not kidding these are the best trails I have rode all year! Well over a foot of snow has fallen in the Keweenaw! Check out our live video as well! Seth Bosch KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports >> Chasing snow has definitely been the norm this season and you had to be ready to leave with a moments notice. We can all hope next year will be nothing like this year! WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Lake effect snow will gradually taper off late this afternoon across the Copper Country. Nonetheless, an additional 2 to 4 inches will be possible until then with low visibility in blowing snow. Next chance for widespread precipitation follows Friday night into Saturday. KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via The Lakeshack >> With the trails open just a few more days we’re getting pounded with snow KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Western UP Trail Reports >> Midnight Thursday and I'm at 12.5 inches in 24hrs. and still snowing heavy LES. Just check my web cam and watch it pile up. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Moderate to heavy lake effect snow continues tonight through Thursday evening across the Copper Country. Low visibility in blowing snow will create hazardous travel. Next chance for widespread precipitation follows Friday night into Saturday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaModerate to heavy lake effect snow continues tonight through Thursday evening across the Copper Country. Low visibility in blowing snow will create hazardous travel. Next chance for widespread precipitation follows Friday night into Saturday. KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Western UP Trail Reports >> It ain't over with yet with only 4 more days left in the season. Thanks Stretch 👍🏻 KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Krupps Resort >> Chris F. from Central WI came up for a quick ride yesterday! The last storm we got about 4” one day and 6” on the second day than yesterday was warmer temps and rain. That didn’t stop him tho for coming up to ride! He was able to get to town but said the sidewalks were plowed along the canal. Tho he couldn’t go past there he said he still had a great time! ❄️ Now today we’re are in yet another winter storm advisory supposed to to get a possible of 10-13” by tomorrow morning. Maybe we will hit 100” here in Twin Lakes yet! Wishing this was the start of winter not the end! Haha 🇺🇸⛄️❄️ www.kruppsresortmi.com #keweenaw #snowphotos Well it’s a good thing he has that long track with 2.50 lugs to get through that snow I see the forecast is calling for a foot of snow in the next 24 hrs on the Keewenaw Pennine. Sweet!!! Mike Clymer Scott Hennessey Sean Knudsen Nicole Thayer It finally came, waiting for almost a week bcs the first one was lost in transit. turned out awesome! 👇👇
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Monday was the day breaking trail in Twin Lakes KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Western UP Trail Reports >> WINTER ADVISORY COMING!!! KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports >> Really feeling like today should be April 1 and a cruel April fools day joke being played…… cruel is the exact word for the way this winter has been, eh? WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Lake effect snow showers will sharply increase in intensity this afternoon into tonight across northwest Upper Michigan. A foot or more of lake effect snow accumulation is expected over portions of the northwest through early Thursday with the heaviest snow from Twin Lakes to Painesdale. Blustery west winds gusting to 35 to 40 mph will also cause occasional whiteout conditions in blowing snow. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaLake effect snow showers will sharply increase in intensity this afternoon into tonight across northwest Upper Michigan. A foot or more of lake effect snow accumulation is expected over portions of the northwest through early Thursday with the heaviest snow from Twin Lakes to Painesdale. Blustery west winds gusting to 35 to 40 mph will also cause occasional whiteout conditions in blowing snow. #906wx #miwx <> Latest Trail Reports – Quick Links <>
Copper Harbor was pretty busy with riders fueling up at Copper Harbor Fuel Stop
and then grabbing a bite to eat, beverage and meeting new friends while sharing stories around the fire pit at The Mariner North
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These businesses are all trying their hardest to make the best possible experience for riders at their establishments.
It should be noted that where Trail 3 heading north splits at the “y” still has a locked gate, therefore you must go to the right at the “y” onto trail 134 to head into Copper Harbor. (See map in the photos)Groomer Operators have said the gate should be unlocked tomorrow sometime.
Also remember, Groomer Operators have not been able to get out to High Rock Bay and the same water hole at Union Creek that seems to be a problem each year is there now also.
Trails should still be considered early season conditions and extreme caution should be taken while riding.
We definitely still need more snow so keep the snow dances going. ❄️💃
shared this sneak peek photo of the process of opening the Portage Lake Lift Bridge for snowmobile traffic!
Can’t wait to get out there and ride! Please feel free to share any photos you have of riding and trail condition reports!
Tomorrow: Mostly cloudy/PM snow showers. Accumulations 1-3”. High 21F. Low 17F. •
Wednesday: Snow showers. Accumulation 1”. High 26F. Low 20F. •
Thursday: Cloudy. High 24F. Low 9F. •
Friday: Cloudy. High 27F. Low 23F.
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☠️ Stretch #keweenaw #snowphotosGassed up and ready to ride. So stop saying it's over when it's not over yet. Lol
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Text listing of reports: mesonet.agron.iastate.edu/wx/afos/p.php... #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaHere's a map of observed snow totals from the recent storm. Snow totals ranged from little to nothing along the Superior shoreline due to the warm lake temperatures, to 2 feet plus in the higher terrain of Marquette and Baraga Counties. Thank you to everyone who submitted reports!
Text listing of reports: mesonet.agron.iastate.edu/wx/afos/p.php?pil=PNSMQT&e=202404041634
The strong storm continues through tonight, bringing a combination of high winds and heavy wet snow. Marquette and Baraga counties remain under Blizzard Warnings with Winter Storm Warnings elsewhere. Widespread 20 to 25 mph winds with gusts up to 35 to 45 mph are expected across Upper Michigan. Gusts as high as 50 to 55 mph are possible along Lake Superior and in the Keweenaw. Widespread 4 to 12 inches of snow is expected, lowest in the east. Snow amounts in excess of 1 to 2 feet are expected across the high terrain of Marquette and Baraga Counties into Thursday morning. #906wx #MIwx
Forecast>www.uppermichiganssource.com/2024/04/02/hazardous-travel-spring-storm-will-bring-heavy-snow-stron...
Less than 15 hours ago Ryan Bennet decided there wasn’t chance he was missing out on a little end of the season throttle therapy. Ryan arrived at Krupps Resortearly this morning after the long drive from Crntral Illinois, slept for a little bit and then hit the trail early.
Ryan is a long time rider of the Keweenaw and usually shares full reviews of his rides so others can see current conditions. In typical winters Ryan will log a LARGE amount of miles for a season along with high mileage days. In the 2021/22 season Ryan put on over 5200 miles and a 377 mile single day is not completely unusual for him!
This trip will definitely create a bit of a challenge for him in regards to be able to ride a usual and typical amount of miles as the Portage Lake Lift Bridge was closed prior to the season ending. This means Ryan was not able to head north into the Keweenaw this morning. Trail conditions took a pretty big hit further south yesterday, with the warm temps and sun, this will limit his mileage, along with the fact that trail 13 is closed.
Early this morning Ryan headed from Krupp’s to Houghton and shared a photo of the bridge and canal. Ryan said, “Made it from Krupps to Houghton and back, Trail 3 is fair to good, excellent late season conditions for not grooming!”
Thanks for sharing Ryan, we look forward to hearing how the rest of your day goes! Enjoy! #keweenaw #snowphotos
We have rooms for $90 a night! No excuses!! #keweenaw #snowphotos
‘Snownlyfans’ decided yesterday to chase some snow himself, from Sebewaing to Mass City - an 8 hour drive! After arriving last night at Adventure Motel, Snownlyfans got started early this morning and rode from Mass City to Houghton, Houghton to Sidnaw and back to Mass City! He already has 195 miles on today. Snownlyfans shared some photos and comments on riding. He said, “Can’t tell you his much snow I was pushing with my bumper from Mass City to Krupp's Mini Mart, but it’s DEEP! Continued up to the South Range Pub, but it was closed 😩 Rode up to Houghton and then back south. Tried to ride into Sidnaw but unfortunately some of the trail was plowed. Oh well…..195 mile day!”
Thanks for sharing Snownlyfans! Glad you were able to get some throttle therapy in!
Note: please see posts from earlier today detailing information for riders and other reports from riders! #keweenaw #snowphotos
If you measured snow this morning, please let us know how much snow fell at your location. If you have the time period over which the accumulation occurred, include that as well. Thanks. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #sooLake effect snow will gradually taper off late this afternoon across the Copper Country. Nonetheless, an additional 2 to 4 inches will be possible until then with low visibility in blowing snow. Next chance for widespread precipitation follows Friday night into Saturday.
If you measured snow this morning, please let us know how much snow fell at your location. If you have the time period over which the accumulation occurred, include that as well. Thanks.
It just shy of 18” on the snow stick
Spring rides are the best
Check out the Lakesquatch cam as it builds snow depth FINALLY
video.nest.com/live/je3IU0vbBi #keweenaw #snowphotosWith the trails open just a few more days we’re getting pounded with snow
It just shy of 18” on the snow stick
Spring rides are the best
Check out the Lakesquatch cam as it builds snow depth FINALLY
video.nest.com/live/je3IU0vbBi
video.nest.com/live/4BKmS6XRiT
☠️ Stretch #keweenaw #snowphotos12:01am Thursday and I'm at 12.5 inches of snow in 24hrs. and still snowing heavy LES. Just check my web cam and watch it pile up.
video.nest.com/live/4BKmS6XRiT
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We got 3 inches of fresh snow on top of all that slush. It's still real soft underneath the fresh stuff. They're still calling for lots more to come so hang on and watch for more updates.
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Western UP Trail Reports Web Cam
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After receiving about a foot of fresh snow Sunday/Monday, Mike Rode and a few other groups took the trails to scratch that never ending itch this lack of winter has brought ….. they were not disappointed! After a great day Monday riding, Tuesday brought warm temps and rain and then last night temps dropped and changed to snow…… and now we are faced with another winter storm warning! 🙈 #keweenaw #snowphotos