Watersmeet Western U.P. Trail Report – 02/24
WATERSMEET / WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club – 2/24
Awesome day on the trails yesterday for U.P. Thunder Riders Treasurer Whitney and her hubby Dave who operates the groomer for us. They were out early and there wasn’t another track on the trails for over an hour of their ride! They reported the trails were amazing!
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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> After the light snow showers push through the eastern half of the U.P. this evening, expect calmer and warmer conditions with the sun peeking out from time to time Wednesday as early Thursday. However, precipitation could return as early as late Thursday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaAfter the light snow showers push through the eastern half of the U.P. this evening, expect calmer and warmer conditions with the sun peeking out from time to time Wednesday as early Thursday. However, precipitation could return as early as late Thursday. #906wx #miwx
MASS CITY AREA UPDATE via Adventure Motel >> Picture sent to me by groomer operator Jon Fourez, doesn’t get much smoother!
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WATERSMEET - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club >> UPDATED 1/6/26- Groomers Brian and Jim B went out Sunday. Groomers Gary and Dave went out Monday. Trails are fantastic! Groomers will be going out tonight. However with the warm up we will not be grooming on Wednesday or Thursday. Hopefully are base holds up with this warm up. Keeping traffic low will help. We will update trail conditions when we go back out BE SAFE AND RIDE RIGHT! #watersmeet #westernup #snowphotos
LAKE GOGEBIC AREA UPDATE via Gogebic Area Grooming >> Bergland Area Groomer's update for this early Tuesday morning for 1-5-26..
102, 13 north of M28, 1n and 8w we're all groomed tonight.
We anticipate getting a full crew in tonight (Tuesday evening) to have our entire system covered.
The weather forecast is calling for a brief warmup but it won't impact the trail's, however it will loosen up snow and create bumps and again we'll have to play catch up to stay ahead.
We will also be attempting to get the entirety of 8w opened up this week as well.. Gogebic Area Grooming ❄️❄️❄️ #lakegogebic #westernup #snowphotos
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Warmer than normal temperatures are expected for the middle of the work week. A weak cold front will push some precipitation across the up this evening and tonight, with a wintry mix of rain, freezing rain, sleet, and snow possible. A quiet Wednesday and early Thursday then leads into some disturbed weather late Thursday into the weekend, beginning as some wintry mix over the south and east Thursday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaWarmer than normal temperatures are expected for the middle of the work week. A weak cold front will push some precipitation across the up this evening and tonight, with a wintry mix of rain, freezing rain, sleet, and snow possible. A quiet Wednesday and early Thursday then leads into some disturbed weather late Thursday into the weekend, beginning as some wintry mix over the south and east Thursday.
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Fog is expected to develop tonight with patchy dense fog in the west. Freezing rain/drizzle is possible in the south around sunrise on Tuesday. A second round of light wintry mix is possible from west to east Tuesday afternoon and evening (20-40% chance). Dry weather with clearing skies on Wednesday as the UP warms up into the 30s. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaFog is expected to develop tonight with patchy dense fog in the west. Freezing rain/drizzle is possible in the south around sunrise on Tuesday. A second round of light wintry mix is possible from west to east Tuesday afternoon and evening (20-40% chance). Dry weather with clearing skies on Wednesday as the UP warms up into the 30s.
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Scott's Superior Inn and Cabins >> ❄️ What is Lake Effect Snow? 🌊
What you’re seeing in this video isn’t a passing storm system — it’s lake effect snow, and it’s something we experience along Lake Superior almost daily.
Lake effect snow forms when cold air moves across the relatively warmer waters of Lake Superior. As that air travels over the lake, it absorbs heat and moisture. Once it reaches land, the air rises, cools, and releases that moisture as snow — often in narrow bands that can linger for hours or even days.
How is it different from “system snow”?
System snow comes from large, organized storms that show up clearly on radar and affect wide areas. Lake effect snow is local and shallow, meaning one town can be getting hammered while another just a few miles away stays dry.
Why doesn’t it always show up on radar?
Because lake effect snow clouds are low and thin, radar often has trouble detecting them — even when snow is steadily piling up on the ground.
This is the kind of snow that makes winter along Lake Superior special — quiet, constant, and uniquely ours. 🌨️ #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotos
Looking good!
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> A fast-moving system this evening through tonight brings 4 to 8 inches of snowfall to the area. Most snow will fall within a 6 hour period with moderate to heavy snow rates (0.5 to 1+ inch per hour) and quickly reduced visibilities down to 1/4 mile or less for a 2 to 4 hour period. Snow will end overnight into early Monday morning. The Monday morning commute could be impacted, especially in the east, mainly for roads that have not been treated/cleared yet.
Late Monday night into Tuesday brings a wintry mix which could create more slick road conditions. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea
WATERSMEET - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club >> UPDATED 1/4/26-Groomers Jammer and Jeff went out last night . The trails are setting up nicely. Took a ride today from Watersmeet, Boulder Junction, Land O Lakes and Conover. All the trails were wonderful. Traffic was very light. Remember to Ride Right and Ride Safe. #watersmeet #westernup #snowphotos
LAKE GOGEBIC AREA UPDATE via Gogebic Area Grooming >> Good Evening everyone. Bergland Area Groomer's report for 1-4-26.
Machine's are running day and night. We've been doing everything possible to keep up with traffic.
Your etiquette coming across a freshly groomed trail count's!
8e was covered this morning and currently the Groomer's are on 102, 13s 1n and 8e again. We'll begin to Access 8w to Wakefield towards the end of the week to see if we're are able to open those sections up.
Traffic has seemed to calm a bit which will allow us to perfect what we've established.
We had a burst of snow this evening. Then sleet and now back to light snow.
Snowfall is the best it's been in a few year's! Enjoy and be safe! Gogebic Area Grooming ❄️❄️❄️ #lakegogebic #westernup #snowphotos
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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> After the light snow showers push through the eastern half of the U.P. this evening, expect calmer and warmer conditions with the sun peeking out from time to time Wednesday as early Thursday. However, precipitation could return as early as late Thursday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaAfter the light snow showers push through the eastern half of the U.P. this evening, expect calmer and warmer conditions with the sun peeking out from time to time Wednesday as early Thursday. However, precipitation could return as early as late Thursday. #906wx #miwx
MASS CITY AREA UPDATE via Adventure Motel >> Picture sent to me by groomer operator Jon Fourez, doesn’t get much smoother!
🏨 adventuremotel.net
☎️ 906-883-3520
📱text- 906-477-3575 #masscity #keweenaw #westernup #snowphotosPicture sent to me by groomer operator Jon Fourez, doesn’t get much smoother!
🏨 adventuremotel.net
☎️ 906-883-3520
📱text- 906-477-3575
WATERSMEET - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club >> UPDATED 1/6/26- Groomers Brian and Jim B went out Sunday. Groomers Gary and Dave went out Monday. Trails are fantastic! Groomers will be going out tonight. However with the warm up we will not be grooming on Wednesday or Thursday. Hopefully are base holds up with this warm up. Keeping traffic low will help. We will update trail conditions when we go back out BE SAFE AND RIDE RIGHT! #watersmeet #westernup #snowphotos
LAKE GOGEBIC AREA UPDATE via Gogebic Area Grooming >> Bergland Area Groomer's update for this early Tuesday morning for 1-5-26..
102, 13 north of M28, 1n and 8w we're all groomed tonight.
We anticipate getting a full crew in tonight (Tuesday evening) to have our entire system covered.
The weather forecast is calling for a brief warmup but it won't impact the trail's, however it will loosen up snow and create bumps and again we'll have to play catch up to stay ahead.
We will also be attempting to get the entirety of 8w opened up this week as well.. Gogebic Area Grooming ❄️❄️❄️ #lakegogebic #westernup #snowphotos
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Warmer than normal temperatures are expected for the middle of the work week. A weak cold front will push some precipitation across the up this evening and tonight, with a wintry mix of rain, freezing rain, sleet, and snow possible. A quiet Wednesday and early Thursday then leads into some disturbed weather late Thursday into the weekend, beginning as some wintry mix over the south and east Thursday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaWarmer than normal temperatures are expected for the middle of the work week. A weak cold front will push some precipitation across the up this evening and tonight, with a wintry mix of rain, freezing rain, sleet, and snow possible. A quiet Wednesday and early Thursday then leads into some disturbed weather late Thursday into the weekend, beginning as some wintry mix over the south and east Thursday.
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Fog is expected to develop tonight with patchy dense fog in the west. Freezing rain/drizzle is possible in the south around sunrise on Tuesday. A second round of light wintry mix is possible from west to east Tuesday afternoon and evening (20-40% chance). Dry weather with clearing skies on Wednesday as the UP warms up into the 30s. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaFog is expected to develop tonight with patchy dense fog in the west. Freezing rain/drizzle is possible in the south around sunrise on Tuesday. A second round of light wintry mix is possible from west to east Tuesday afternoon and evening (20-40% chance). Dry weather with clearing skies on Wednesday as the UP warms up into the 30s.
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Scott's Superior Inn and Cabins >> ❄️ What is Lake Effect Snow? 🌊
What you’re seeing in this video isn’t a passing storm system — it’s lake effect snow, and it’s something we experience along Lake Superior almost daily.
Lake effect snow forms when cold air moves across the relatively warmer waters of Lake Superior. As that air travels over the lake, it absorbs heat and moisture. Once it reaches land, the air rises, cools, and releases that moisture as snow — often in narrow bands that can linger for hours or even days.
How is it different from “system snow”?
System snow comes from large, organized storms that show up clearly on radar and affect wide areas. Lake effect snow is local and shallow, meaning one town can be getting hammered while another just a few miles away stays dry.
Why doesn’t it always show up on radar?
Because lake effect snow clouds are low and thin, radar often has trouble detecting them — even when snow is steadily piling up on the ground.
This is the kind of snow that makes winter along Lake Superior special — quiet, constant, and uniquely ours. 🌨️ #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotos
Looking good!
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> A fast-moving system this evening through tonight brings 4 to 8 inches of snowfall to the area. Most snow will fall within a 6 hour period with moderate to heavy snow rates (0.5 to 1+ inch per hour) and quickly reduced visibilities down to 1/4 mile or less for a 2 to 4 hour period. Snow will end overnight into early Monday morning. The Monday morning commute could be impacted, especially in the east, mainly for roads that have not been treated/cleared yet.
Late Monday night into Tuesday brings a wintry mix which could create more slick road conditions. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea
WATERSMEET - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club >> UPDATED 1/4/26-Groomers Jammer and Jeff went out last night . The trails are setting up nicely. Took a ride today from Watersmeet, Boulder Junction, Land O Lakes and Conover. All the trails were wonderful. Traffic was very light. Remember to Ride Right and Ride Safe. #watersmeet #westernup #snowphotos
LAKE GOGEBIC AREA UPDATE via Gogebic Area Grooming >> Good Evening everyone. Bergland Area Groomer's report for 1-4-26.
Machine's are running day and night. We've been doing everything possible to keep up with traffic.
Your etiquette coming across a freshly groomed trail count's!
8e was covered this morning and currently the Groomer's are on 102, 13s 1n and 8e again. We'll begin to Access 8w to Wakefield towards the end of the week to see if we're are able to open those sections up.
Traffic has seemed to calm a bit which will allow us to perfect what we've established.
We had a burst of snow this evening. Then sleet and now back to light snow.
Snowfall is the best it's been in a few year's! Enjoy and be safe! Gogebic Area Grooming ❄️❄️❄️ #lakegogebic #westernup #snowphotos
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