Traverse City Trail Report – 12/19
TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Grand Traverse Area Snowmobile Club – 12/19
GTASC trails are shot. We need a good dumping before we can get the groomers out again. This morning, we had a dusting to turn things white but not enough to ride. Depending on what weather station you listen to, we are suppose to get 2-5 inches tonight. Heck I heard from one guy we’re only going to get 3.8cm. He uses a special math calculation though. Anyways, keep doing those snow dances. I will update you tomorrow. When you ride, Ride Safe, Ride Right, Ride Sober.
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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> While snow is expected at times through much of the next week, the most impactful time frame across northern Michigan will likely be Monday into Tuesday. A combination of accumulating snow, gusty winds, and bitter cold wind chills are anticipated. Small flakes will likely lead to significant visibility reductions at times and cold temperatures will make road treatment difficult, leading to hazardous travel. Be sure to follow the latest forecast for updates! #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyWhile snow is expected at times through much of the next week, the most impactful time frame across northern Michigan will likely be Monday into Tuesday. A combination of accumulating snow, gusty winds, and bitter cold wind chills are anticipated. Small flakes will likely lead to significant visibility reductions at times and cold temperatures will make road treatment difficult, leading to hazardous travel. Be sure to follow the latest forecast for updates!
TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Ranch Rudolf >> Weekend Update January 17 and 18:
✅ Getting some snow!
✅ Groomers running!
✅ Good weekend to get out there and have a great weekend!
Open Saturday 11:30am-6pm
Open Sunday 12pm-4pm #traversecity #snowphotosWeekend Update January 17 and 18:
✅ Getting some snow!
✅ Groomers running!
✅ Good weekend to get out there and have a great weekend!
Open Saturday 11:30am-6pm
Open Sunday 12pm-4pm
TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Grand Traverse Area Snowmobile Club >> The groomers are out doing what they do best with the new snow we received today. The groomer tracker app is up and working good. Have fun out there everyone, watch out for our guys grooming. Remember, Ride Right, Ride Safe, Ride Sober. #traversecityThe groomers are out doing what they do best with the new snow we received today. The groomer tracker app is up and working good. Have fun out there everyone, watch out for our guys grooming. Remember, Ride Right, Ride Safe, Ride Sober.
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Accumulating snow continues across northern Michigan into tonight, bringing an additional 3-6” across far western parts of the area by Saturday morning. Slippery roads and reduced visibility will make for hazardous travel at times into this evening before snow begins to taper off tonight. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyAccumulating snow continues across northern Michigan into tonight, bringing an additional 3-6” across far western parts of the area by Saturday morning. Slippery roads and reduced visibility will make for hazardous travel at times into this evening before snow begins to taper off tonight.
BENZIE - MANISTEE AREA UPDATE via Benzie Manistee Snowbirds >> Good news everyone, we have cold temperatures and it's snowing. Our grooming operations began again yesterday and riders are reporting that the trail conditions are good and improving.
The Snowbirds club house will be open Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Stop by to warm up, grab a snack or lunch and socialize with other riders and our club members. #benzie #traversecity
We’re out layin’ down that ribbon for ya on Landis Loop.
We be grooming… making those trails flatter than….well, you know the rest
Trail 39.
WEATHER UPDATE via Michigan Storm Chasers >> This is our last call snowfall outlook for FRIDAY ONLY, January 16th, 2026. Snow has begun across parts of the UP, and will begin for the rest of the state over the course of the next 12 hours.... #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyThis is our last call snowfall outlook for FRIDAY ONLY, January 16th, 2026. Snow has begun across parts of the UP, and will begin for the rest of the state over the course of the next 12 hours.
A clipper will bring a mixture of synoptic snow and lake effect snow for the entirety of Michigan. This is the first of multiple clippers between now and Monday. Lake effect areas may see totals into the 4-8" zone, with localized heavier totals possible along the Porcupine Mountains in the western UP. We DO have ample moisture on our atmospheric profiles for tomorrow, but the forcing is still suspect, so a solid blanket of 1-4" of snow, with isolated higher totals close to half a foot should occur by the end of our day Friday. The greatest chance at an area underachieving is in... guess what... southeast Michigan. Monroe and Lenawee counties specifically were in the T-1" zone at first call, but with a more-moist profile expected tomorrow, all locations (in an ideal world) should at least hit 1". We are also watching for the development of freezing drizzle mixing in, primarily in the Lower Peninsula as low-level temperatures favor this phenomena. Now, drizzle would hinder totals, but significantly increase travel issues as roads get coated with both the drizzle and the wet snow. We will have a freezing drizzle accumulation map out tomorrow morning.
Winds gusting 25-35 mph at times, primarily out of the west. Some snow squalls will mix in, which for those who don't remember, snow squalls exist to only cause headaches. These narrow bands of snow drop visibility from open skies to mere feet in the matter of seconds, which is never good, especially on fast-moving roadways. A snow squall can put down as much as a quick inch in 15-30 minutes at their peak intensity. Both morning and evening commutes will be impacted by snow or drizzle. Let's hope we don't light up the MDOT drive map with 25 accidents this time around, so please take your time. Give yourself that extra hour to travel, especially in instances of forced slow downs.
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TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Grand Traverse Area Snowmobile Club >> Just waiting on some snow.....we were forecasted to get 2 to 7 inches the other day. The majority of the trails system received about an inch of snow. One narrow snow band set up and put down about 5-6 inches of fluff. The trail base is a bit icy but smooth. We have a couple of inches forecasted each day for the next 5 days. We anticipate getting the groomer back out soon. I will update you when this happens or just keep an eye out for them on Groomer Tracker. Remember, Ride Right, Ride Safe, Ride Sober. #traversecity
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Snow returns tonight west of I-75 before overspreading the rest of the area into Friday. Light accumulations expected for most, but areas near the Lake Michigan shore will see more snowfall… with some spots potentially seeing upwards of 8”+ by Friday evening. Following the system, rounds of lake effect snow are anticipated into next week with colder weather. Be sure to monitor the forecast for the latest updates! #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey
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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> While snow is expected at times through much of the next week, the most impactful time frame across northern Michigan will likely be Monday into Tuesday. A combination of accumulating snow, gusty winds, and bitter cold wind chills are anticipated. Small flakes will likely lead to significant visibility reductions at times and cold temperatures will make road treatment difficult, leading to hazardous travel. Be sure to follow the latest forecast for updates! #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyWhile snow is expected at times through much of the next week, the most impactful time frame across northern Michigan will likely be Monday into Tuesday. A combination of accumulating snow, gusty winds, and bitter cold wind chills are anticipated. Small flakes will likely lead to significant visibility reductions at times and cold temperatures will make road treatment difficult, leading to hazardous travel. Be sure to follow the latest forecast for updates!
TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Ranch Rudolf >> Weekend Update January 17 and 18:
✅ Getting some snow!
✅ Groomers running!
✅ Good weekend to get out there and have a great weekend!
Open Saturday 11:30am-6pm
Open Sunday 12pm-4pm #traversecity #snowphotosWeekend Update January 17 and 18:
✅ Getting some snow!
✅ Groomers running!
✅ Good weekend to get out there and have a great weekend!
Open Saturday 11:30am-6pm
Open Sunday 12pm-4pm
TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Grand Traverse Area Snowmobile Club >> The groomers are out doing what they do best with the new snow we received today. The groomer tracker app is up and working good. Have fun out there everyone, watch out for our guys grooming. Remember, Ride Right, Ride Safe, Ride Sober. #traversecityThe groomers are out doing what they do best with the new snow we received today. The groomer tracker app is up and working good. Have fun out there everyone, watch out for our guys grooming. Remember, Ride Right, Ride Safe, Ride Sober.
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Accumulating snow continues across northern Michigan into tonight, bringing an additional 3-6” across far western parts of the area by Saturday morning. Slippery roads and reduced visibility will make for hazardous travel at times into this evening before snow begins to taper off tonight. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyAccumulating snow continues across northern Michigan into tonight, bringing an additional 3-6” across far western parts of the area by Saturday morning. Slippery roads and reduced visibility will make for hazardous travel at times into this evening before snow begins to taper off tonight.
BENZIE - MANISTEE AREA UPDATE via Benzie Manistee Snowbirds >> Good news everyone, we have cold temperatures and it's snowing. Our grooming operations began again yesterday and riders are reporting that the trail conditions are good and improving.
The Snowbirds club house will be open Saturday from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Stop by to warm up, grab a snack or lunch and socialize with other riders and our club members. #benzie #traversecity
We’re out layin’ down that ribbon for ya on Landis Loop.
We be grooming… making those trails flatter than….well, you know the rest Trail 39.
WEATHER UPDATE via Michigan Storm Chasers >> This is our last call snowfall outlook for FRIDAY ONLY, January 16th, 2026. Snow has begun across parts of the UP, and will begin for the rest of the state over the course of the next 12 hours.... #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyThis is our last call snowfall outlook for FRIDAY ONLY, January 16th, 2026. Snow has begun across parts of the UP, and will begin for the rest of the state over the course of the next 12 hours.
A clipper will bring a mixture of synoptic snow and lake effect snow for the entirety of Michigan. This is the first of multiple clippers between now and Monday. Lake effect areas may see totals into the 4-8" zone, with localized heavier totals possible along the Porcupine Mountains in the western UP. We DO have ample moisture on our atmospheric profiles for tomorrow, but the forcing is still suspect, so a solid blanket of 1-4" of snow, with isolated higher totals close to half a foot should occur by the end of our day Friday. The greatest chance at an area underachieving is in... guess what... southeast Michigan. Monroe and Lenawee counties specifically were in the T-1" zone at first call, but with a more-moist profile expected tomorrow, all locations (in an ideal world) should at least hit 1". We are also watching for the development of freezing drizzle mixing in, primarily in the Lower Peninsula as low-level temperatures favor this phenomena. Now, drizzle would hinder totals, but significantly increase travel issues as roads get coated with both the drizzle and the wet snow. We will have a freezing drizzle accumulation map out tomorrow morning.
Winds gusting 25-35 mph at times, primarily out of the west. Some snow squalls will mix in, which for those who don't remember, snow squalls exist to only cause headaches. These narrow bands of snow drop visibility from open skies to mere feet in the matter of seconds, which is never good, especially on fast-moving roadways. A snow squall can put down as much as a quick inch in 15-30 minutes at their peak intensity. Both morning and evening commutes will be impacted by snow or drizzle. Let's hope we don't light up the MDOT drive map with 25 accidents this time around, so please take your time. Give yourself that extra hour to travel, especially in instances of forced slow downs.
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Rainbow Restoration | 616-583-1234, call today for all your restoration needs in the Grand Rapids regional area!
TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Grand Traverse Area Snowmobile Club >> Just waiting on some snow.....we were forecasted to get 2 to 7 inches the other day. The majority of the trails system received about an inch of snow. One narrow snow band set up and put down about 5-6 inches of fluff. The trail base is a bit icy but smooth. We have a couple of inches forecasted each day for the next 5 days. We anticipate getting the groomer back out soon. I will update you when this happens or just keep an eye out for them on Groomer Tracker. Remember, Ride Right, Ride Safe, Ride Sober. #traversecity
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Snow returns tonight west of I-75 before overspreading the rest of the area into Friday. Light accumulations expected for most, but areas near the Lake Michigan shore will see more snowfall… with some spots potentially seeing upwards of 8”+ by Friday evening. Following the system, rounds of lake effect snow are anticipated into next week with colder weather. Be sure to monitor the forecast for the latest updates! #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey
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