Watersmeet – Western U.P. Trail Report – 02/08
WATERSMEET / WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club – 2/8
Trails were groomed last night and are in great condition. Groomers probably won’t go out tonight with temps heading into the 40’s. Trails should make it through this warm-up with no problems. Snow is in the forecast. Ride Right, Ride Safe!
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BESSEMER - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Trails-North Powersports LLC >> 🥰🤟🌬️❄️ WOW JUST WOW ❤️ sledders paradise 💯 Get up here to the Western U.P. and enjoy all the fresh POW 🤟🌬️❄️❄️❄️ What a great winter this is turning out to be!! #bessemer #westernup #snowphotos
SIDNAW - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Sno Valley Riders Snowmobile Club >> Groomer Report;
Trail Condition: Good
Last Groomed: January 18th, 2026
We are grooming on a regular basis, conditions allowing.
The trails are very good.
Please ride on the RIGHT side of the trail and STOP at the stop signs!
Stay on the trail, if you don’t we could lose trail permissions on private property.
Groomers have the right of way on the trails, pull over and stop to let them safely pass!
We now have Groomer Tracker installed in our groomers.
We groom every day that the weather conditions and equipment allow. Unforeseen circumstances may prevent us from going out, like a major blizzard and being snowed in at our homes or equipment breakdowns. #westernup
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Scott's Superior Inn and Cabins >> ❄️ Ontonagon / Porcupine Mountains Trail Report ❄️
I went for a ride after all the fresh POW piled up on us this weekend, and WOW — these trails are absolutely fantastic right now.
We picked up about a foot of light, fluffy snow over the weekend, and Mother Nature isn’t done yet. Another 6–10 inches is falling today, adding to an already solid base. The cold weather is hanging on, and with steady lake-effect snow expected throughout the week, conditions are shaping up beautifully across the western U.P.
Trails are smooth, well-covered, and riding great — this is the kind of snow we wait all season for. If you’ve been thinking about making a trip, now is the time. The Western U.P. is definitely the place to be right now.
🏁 Riding the Ontonagon & Porkies area? Make it easy on yourself and stay right on the trail at Scott’s Superior Inn & Cabins — warm rooms, sled-friendly parking, and Lake Superior views when you’re done riding. Come ride hard, then relax with us! 🏁 #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotos❄️ Ontonagon / Porcupine Mountains Trail Report ❄️
I went for a ride after all the fresh POW piled up on us this weekend, and WOW — these trails are absolutely fantastic right now.
We picked up about a foot of light, fluffy snow over the weekend, and Mother Nature isn’t done yet. Another 6–10 inches is falling today, adding to an already solid base. The cold weather is hanging on, and with steady lake-effect snow expected throughout the week, conditions are shaping up beautifully across the western U.P.
Trails are smooth, well-covered, and riding great — this is the kind of snow we wait all season for. If you’ve been thinking about making a trip, now is the time. The Western U.P. is definitely the place to be right now.
🏁 Riding the Ontonagon & Porkies area? Make it easy on yourself and stay right on the trail at Scott’s Superior Inn & Cabins — warm rooms, sled-friendly parking, and Lake Superior views when you’re done riding. Come ride hard, then relax with us! 🏁
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Snow and blowing snow today will result in near blizzard like conditions for many areas. This will create hazardous and dangerous travel, especially this morning. Dangerously cold wind chills are also expected, especially tonight into Tuesday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea
IRONWOOD - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Gogebic Range Trail Authority - ORV & Snowmobile Club >> Shawn and I are taking a little stroll out on Trail 2 from Bessemer to the Hurley.
Friendly reminder that all SXS’s refrain from using designated snowmobile trails.
It’s a beautiful night for a ride!
Ride safe, friends!
Kami
GRTA Secretary #westernup #snowphotosShawn and I are taking a little stroll out on Trail 2 from Bessemer to the Hurley.
Friendly reminder that all SXS’s refrain from using designated snowmobile trails.
It’s a beautiful night for a ride!
Ride safe, friends!
Kami
GRTA Secretary
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Tonight and Monday morning, moderate to occasionally heavy lake effect will be accompanied by strong winds and create blowing snow concerns. Near blizzard conditions expected in the Keweenaw Peninsula, Marquette, and Alger counties, especially in areas exposed to the north or northwest. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaTonight and Monday morning, moderate to occasionally heavy lake effect will be accompanied by strong winds and create blowing snow concerns. Near blizzard conditions expected in the Keweenaw Peninsula, Marquette, and Alger counties, especially in areas exposed to the north or northwest.
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via North Country Snowmobile Club UP >> Trail Report 1/18:
We had Josh back yesterday!!
He groomed Trail #137 from Ontonagon to Rockland.
Trail #13 from Trail #137 to Trail #101.
Trail #101 to Trail #12 at Potato Farm Road.
Trail #12 from P.F. Rd. to the clubhouse in Ontonagon.
He reported all trails in very good condition wit 12 plus inches of fresh powder!
Tractor Mac went into the Porkies and groomed Trail #1 from Trail #12 South of White Pine to Lake of the Clouds.
Trail 11 (South Boundary Road) from Trail #1 to Trail #102.
He reported all in very good condition with the exception of Trail #1 along the big lake, still thin.
Get up here and ride the 906! #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotos
How deep is the snow in the woods
WATERSMEET - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club >> UPDATED 1/18/26-Groomers Jeff and Jammer went out last night. Looking Good! BE SAFE AND RIDE RIGHT! JOIN CLUB HERE
upthunderriders.org/ #watersmeet #westernup #snowphotosUPDATED 1/18/26-Groomers Jeff and Jammer went out last night. Looking Good! BE SAFE AND RIDE RIGHT! JOIN CLUB HERE
upthunderriders.org/
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Snow will continue today, with periods of moderate to heavy snowfall expected across portions of north-central and western Upper Michigan. Travel impacts abate tonight with lake effect snow becoming light into Sunday. By Sunday afternoon, a shot of widespread snow will be followed by strong winds and lake effect. The snow in this period will change to the kind that blows around really easily. Expect hazardous travel conditions Sunday night and Monday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea
WATERSMEET - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club >> UPDATED 1/17/26-Groomer Steve and Jeff went out last night. The trails our the best they’ve been in a while. Our base keeps building, the trails are smooth and the ride is awesome. ALL OUR TRAILS OUR TWO WAY TRAILS! BE PREPARED FOR ONCOMING TRAFFIC AT ALL TIMES! BE SAFE AND RIDE RIGHT! #watersmeet #westernup #snowphotos
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BESSEMER - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Trails-North Powersports LLC >> 🥰🤟🌬️❄️ WOW JUST WOW ❤️ sledders paradise 💯 Get up here to the Western U.P. and enjoy all the fresh POW 🤟🌬️❄️❄️❄️ What a great winter this is turning out to be!! #bessemer #westernup #snowphotos
SIDNAW - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Sno Valley Riders Snowmobile Club >> Groomer Report;
Trail Condition: Good
Last Groomed: January 18th, 2026
We are grooming on a regular basis, conditions allowing.
The trails are very good.
Please ride on the RIGHT side of the trail and STOP at the stop signs!
Stay on the trail, if you don’t we could lose trail permissions on private property.
Groomers have the right of way on the trails, pull over and stop to let them safely pass!
We now have Groomer Tracker installed in our groomers.
We groom every day that the weather conditions and equipment allow. Unforeseen circumstances may prevent us from going out, like a major blizzard and being snowed in at our homes or equipment breakdowns. #westernup
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Scott's Superior Inn and Cabins >> ❄️ Ontonagon / Porcupine Mountains Trail Report ❄️
I went for a ride after all the fresh POW piled up on us this weekend, and WOW — these trails are absolutely fantastic right now.
We picked up about a foot of light, fluffy snow over the weekend, and Mother Nature isn’t done yet. Another 6–10 inches is falling today, adding to an already solid base. The cold weather is hanging on, and with steady lake-effect snow expected throughout the week, conditions are shaping up beautifully across the western U.P.
Trails are smooth, well-covered, and riding great — this is the kind of snow we wait all season for. If you’ve been thinking about making a trip, now is the time. The Western U.P. is definitely the place to be right now.
🏁 Riding the Ontonagon & Porkies area? Make it easy on yourself and stay right on the trail at Scott’s Superior Inn & Cabins — warm rooms, sled-friendly parking, and Lake Superior views when you’re done riding. Come ride hard, then relax with us! 🏁 #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotos❄️ Ontonagon / Porcupine Mountains Trail Report ❄️
I went for a ride after all the fresh POW piled up on us this weekend, and WOW — these trails are absolutely fantastic right now.
We picked up about a foot of light, fluffy snow over the weekend, and Mother Nature isn’t done yet. Another 6–10 inches is falling today, adding to an already solid base. The cold weather is hanging on, and with steady lake-effect snow expected throughout the week, conditions are shaping up beautifully across the western U.P.
Trails are smooth, well-covered, and riding great — this is the kind of snow we wait all season for. If you’ve been thinking about making a trip, now is the time. The Western U.P. is definitely the place to be right now.
🏁 Riding the Ontonagon & Porkies area? Make it easy on yourself and stay right on the trail at Scott’s Superior Inn & Cabins — warm rooms, sled-friendly parking, and Lake Superior views when you’re done riding. Come ride hard, then relax with us! 🏁
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Snow and blowing snow today will result in near blizzard like conditions for many areas. This will create hazardous and dangerous travel, especially this morning. Dangerously cold wind chills are also expected, especially tonight into Tuesday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea
IRONWOOD - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Gogebic Range Trail Authority - ORV & Snowmobile Club >> Shawn and I are taking a little stroll out on Trail 2 from Bessemer to the Hurley.
Friendly reminder that all SXS’s refrain from using designated snowmobile trails.
It’s a beautiful night for a ride!
Ride safe, friends!
Kami
GRTA Secretary #westernup #snowphotosShawn and I are taking a little stroll out on Trail 2 from Bessemer to the Hurley.
Friendly reminder that all SXS’s refrain from using designated snowmobile trails.
It’s a beautiful night for a ride!
Ride safe, friends!
Kami
GRTA Secretary
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Tonight and Monday morning, moderate to occasionally heavy lake effect will be accompanied by strong winds and create blowing snow concerns. Near blizzard conditions expected in the Keweenaw Peninsula, Marquette, and Alger counties, especially in areas exposed to the north or northwest. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaTonight and Monday morning, moderate to occasionally heavy lake effect will be accompanied by strong winds and create blowing snow concerns. Near blizzard conditions expected in the Keweenaw Peninsula, Marquette, and Alger counties, especially in areas exposed to the north or northwest.
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via North Country Snowmobile Club UP >> Trail Report 1/18:
We had Josh back yesterday!!
He groomed Trail #137 from Ontonagon to Rockland.
Trail #13 from Trail #137 to Trail #101.
Trail #101 to Trail #12 at Potato Farm Road.
Trail #12 from P.F. Rd. to the clubhouse in Ontonagon.
He reported all trails in very good condition wit 12 plus inches of fresh powder!
Tractor Mac went into the Porkies and groomed Trail #1 from Trail #12 South of White Pine to Lake of the Clouds.
Trail 11 (South Boundary Road) from Trail #1 to Trail #102.
He reported all in very good condition with the exception of Trail #1 along the big lake, still thin.
Get up here and ride the 906! #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotos
How deep is the snow in the woods
WATERSMEET - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club >> UPDATED 1/18/26-Groomers Jeff and Jammer went out last night. Looking Good! BE SAFE AND RIDE RIGHT! JOIN CLUB HERE
upthunderriders.org/ #watersmeet #westernup #snowphotosUPDATED 1/18/26-Groomers Jeff and Jammer went out last night. Looking Good! BE SAFE AND RIDE RIGHT! JOIN CLUB HERE
upthunderriders.org/
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Snow will continue today, with periods of moderate to heavy snowfall expected across portions of north-central and western Upper Michigan. Travel impacts abate tonight with lake effect snow becoming light into Sunday. By Sunday afternoon, a shot of widespread snow will be followed by strong winds and lake effect. The snow in this period will change to the kind that blows around really easily. Expect hazardous travel conditions Sunday night and Monday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea
WATERSMEET - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club >> UPDATED 1/17/26-Groomer Steve and Jeff went out last night. The trails our the best they’ve been in a while. Our base keeps building, the trails are smooth and the ride is awesome. ALL OUR TRAILS OUR TWO WAY TRAILS! BE PREPARED FOR ONCOMING TRAFFIC AT ALL TIMES! BE SAFE AND RIDE RIGHT! #watersmeet #westernup #snowphotos
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