We got out this afternoon to try out trail 7 heading north. Obviously with no grooming and sleds that have been on it, it is rough. In the narrow valleys and around corners there are spots where it is down to the dirt. There is enough snow around on sides to get around those bare areas. If you are eager to get out and ride, there is snow enough to do that. Great riding on two tracks through the woods. If you are going to ride the trail as it gets north out of Gaylord snow is very thin, and further north getting to no snow on trail. Head west and you are going to have much more snow to ride and enjoy… they got much more lake effect just a short distance to the west of us. Weather forecast is promising for snow overnight thru tomorrow. And then another big storm heading for us Sunday. We need that snow for the groomers to get out and begin their work. We have been told that trail 4 will be completely signed by this Tuesday.

The snowmobile trails from Twin Lakes to Copper Harbor are officially open, and groomers have begun packing and opening the trails and identifying any potential hazards.

Most trails are snow covered but only in early season condition so riders should be aware that there are rocks, stumps, branches and wet areas not yet covered by snow and hazards that have not yet been identified. Any trail usage should be done with extreme care until we have better snow cover.

There is logging on a short portion of Trail 133 between Gay and Lac La Belle. The protective mat on the Portage Lift Bridge between Houghton and Hancock will not be installed until the middle of December. Please drive carefully on the metal grating until the mat is installed….do NOT use the ice.

The Keweenaw Convention & Visitors Bureau asks that you stay on the trails, STAY OFF THE ICE, respect private property, do not drink and drive, and above all else, please, drive safely.

The signs on the snowmobile trails are there for the riders’ safety. Please, DO NOT remove or destroy these signs.