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 >>>> <> WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Expect mostly dry weather today through Monday as a cold front exits the U.P. this morning. A few light snow showers will be possible in the higher terrain of the western half through tonight, with minimal accumulations less than an inch. Most locations will struggle to get above freezing today, with the exception of areas near Lake Michigan. Temperatures rebound above freezing on Monday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #sooExpect mostly dry weather today through Monday as a cold front exits the U.P. this morning. A few light snow showers will be possible in the higher terrain of the western half through tonight, with minimal accumulations less than an inch. Most locations will struggle to get above freezing today, with the exception of areas near Lake Michigan. Temperatures rebound above freezing on Monday. KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Krupps Resort >> So we got an 1” of snow with more snow coming starting Tuesday till Thursday! Night time temps are still staying below freezing and days looks like it 30s ❄️ The parking lots/plowed areas around here are melting down so where ever you can find snow feel free to park your sled! Here is a update from Tim & Robin who has been here for the last few days (come up throughout the winter) ❄️ North of Houghton yesterday the trails were groomed and in good shape. Thursday we rode north it was beautiful, South of Sidnaw they do get a little more rough. Iron River is where the line is drawn really bad. They are rideable but if they haven’t groomed they’re will be mogal. Some water holes and open dirt on most trails also. But you can hit a really good 10 to 20 miles without dirt or water. ❄️ Thank you for the update!! Spots still open as are trails! 🇺🇸⛄️❄️ www.kruppsresortmi.com #keweenawSo we got an 1” of snow with more snow coming starting Tuesday till Thursday! Night time temps are still staying below freezing and days looks like it 30s ❄️ The parking lots/plowed areas around here are melting down so where ever you can find snow feel free to park your sled! Here is a update from Tim & Robin who has been here for the last few days (come up throughout the winter) ❄️ North of Houghton yesterday the trails were groomed and in good shape. Thursday we rode north it was beautiful, South of Sidnaw they do get a little more rough. Iron River is where the line is drawn really bad. They are rideable but if they haven’t groomed they’re will be mogal. Some water holes and open dirt on most trails also. But you can hit a really good 10 to 20 miles without dirt or water. ❄️ Thank you for the update!! Spots still open as are trails! 🇺🇸⛄️❄️ www.kruppsresortmi.com KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Western UP Trail Reports >> 21 March 2026 KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Western UP Trail Reports >> 22 March 2026 WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Tonight through Sunday, light showers hang around as temperatures remain around the freezing mark. Some dry weather is then expected Monday ahead of the next system towards the midweek period next week. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaTonight through Sunday, light showers hang around as temperatures remain around the freezing mark. Some dry weather is then expected Monday ahead of the next system towards the midweek period next week. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> A pair of systems will bring a wintry mix of precipitation to the U.P. today into tonight. A clipper will spread a mix of rain, snow, and freezing rain across the area this morning, changing to all rain from west to east as temperatures climb above freezing in the afternoon, reaching as high as the mid 50s in the west. A cold front then drops across the U.P. and brings another round of mixed precip tonight, changing to all snow towards Sunday morning. Generally expect minimal snow amounts across most of the U.P., but some spots in the Keweenaw and the east could pick up 1-3” through Sunday morning. A glaze of ice will also be possible in a few spots this morning and again tonight. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaA pair of systems will bring a wintry mix of precipitation to the U.P. today into tonight. A clipper will spread a mix of rain, snow, and freezing rain across the area this morning, changing to all rain from west to east as temperatures climb above freezing in the afternoon, reaching as high as the mid 50s in the west. A cold front then drops across the U.P. and brings another round of mixed precip tonight, changing to all snow towards Sunday morning. Generally expect minimal snow amounts across most of the U.P., but some spots in the Keweenaw and the east could pick up 1-3” through Sunday morning. A glaze of ice will also be possible in a few spots this morning and again tonight. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Mostly dry conditions save for pockets of drizzle are expected today behind this morning's wintry mix. Most should warm into the 40s. 2 more waves moves through this weekend, providing a snow to rain transition Saturday and then snow Sunday. For both, precipitation amounts are expected to be light. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #sooMostly dry conditions save for pockets of drizzle are expected today behind this morning's wintry mix. Most should warm into the 40s. 2 more waves moves through this weekend, providing a snow to rain transition Saturday and then snow Sunday. For both, precipitation amounts are expected to be light. #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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I met this awesome group today at the Mosquito during my Meet and Greet. So I sent them down trail 109 to Alston and the second pic is what they made for me to enjoy when I groom again. Thanks for supporting Western UP Trail Reports and I hope you find me next year when your up riding.
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Wishful thinking that this will get us back in shape, but stranger things have happened. I'll keep you all informed on how this turns out in the morning.
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