Jordan Valley Area Trail Report – 12/11
Good evening, we sent two groomers out today, one north and one south. The North 10 (Elmira) has some logging happening and our groomer driver was able to flatten out some rough spots in there. Be cautious of the logging operation when riding that direction. There are many wet spots with one big water hole and a few smaller ones. No water holes toward Lakes of the North. The snow we received opening weekend gave us about 3-4” of good base throughout the system but the rains Monday and Tuesday wiped a lot of that away. Currently it’s snowing but not much accumulation yet today. We’ll keep an eye on the snow and get out there as conditions warrant. <> <> Visit Jordan Valley Trails Council on Facebook >>>> <> Visit East Jordan Sno-Mobilers, Inc. on Facebook >>>> <> WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> 11:42 PM ET 12/28/25 Update: A mix of rain, freezing rain, and sleet will transition to heavy snow across northern Michigan over the next few hours. Snowfall rates of 1-2” per hour or higher across the eastern U.P. and Tip of the Mitt will lead to quick, significant accumulations and very low visibility, making for very hazardous travel tonight into Monday morning. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey11:42 PM ET 12/28/25 Update: A mix of rain, freezing rain, and sleet will transition to heavy snow across northern Michigan over the next few hours. Snowfall rates of 1-2” per hour or higher across the eastern U.P. and Tip of the Mitt will lead to quick, significant accumulations and very low visibility, making for very hazardous travel tonight into Monday morning. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> A major winter storm will bring heavy snow, freezing rain, and strong winds to parts of northern Michigan through Monday. Freezing rain/drizzle may lead to minor icing into early afternoon before better chances move into the eastern U.P. and Tip of the Mitt this evening. Rain transitions to snow this evening and tonight, combining with strong winds to lead to blizzard-like conditions across parts of the area on Monday. Dangerous travel and localized power outages are anticipated Monday, so be sure to check the latest forecast for updates. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyA major winter storm will bring heavy snow, freezing rain, and strong winds to parts of northern Michigan through Monday. Freezing rain/drizzle may lead to minor icing into early afternoon before better chances move into the eastern U.P. and Tip of the Mitt this evening. Rain transitions to snow this evening and tonight, combining with strong winds to lead to blizzard-like conditions across parts of the area on Monday. Dangerous travel and localized power outages are anticipated Monday, so be sure to check the latest forecast for updates. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Expect slick/slippery roads later tonight into portions of Sunday due to light freezing rain/drizzle. Thereafter, a strong storm system will bring the potential for heavy snow and strong winds Sunday night thru Monday night. For more detail visit: weather.gov/gaylord #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> A complex winter system has potential to bring significant impacts Sunday thru Tuesday. Of particular concern is the Sunday night - Monday night period, when significant snowfall overlaps a period of very strong winds. Be sure to monitor the forecast for the latest updates! #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyA complex winter system has potential to bring significant impacts Sunday thru Tuesday. Of particular concern is the Sunday night - Monday night period, when significant snowfall overlaps a period of very strong winds. Be sure to monitor the forecast for the latest updates! #MIwx WEATHER UPDATE via Midwest Weather >> ~(Updated) Snowfall Forecast Sunrise Sunday-Sunrise Tuesday~ FREDERIC - GAYLORD AREA UPDATE via Sledheads of Frederic , Michigan Snowmobiling >> Frederic is a cloudy ghost town so far this saturday morning. No one around and 31 degrees. Surprisingly we had about an inch and a half of pebbly sleet/snow yesterday. I only saw 2 groups of 3 sleds and one group of 2 all day yesterday. 3 of those sleds are pictured below and they were the only ones yesterday. Looks like we might get some snow the beginning of the week. The riders from yesterday were happy to be out but its hard out there. I met a youngster in town this morning from St Henry Ohio who is a regular rider. I didnt get his name. but its great to see young people wanting to ride. Thats about it for today, just waiting to see who stops by. So far no one. Thanks for checking in. Pete #gaylord #snowphotos frederic-mi.com <> Latest Trail Reports – Quick Links <>
Trails south of Alba to Starvation Lake were bumpy and flattened out the best possible.
Overall trails are thin.Postings From Regional Pages On Facebook
A major winter storm is expected to bring significant snowfall to portions of the region. Most of the accumulating snow will be along and north of I-80. No matter how much snow will fall, there will be strong northwest winds that will create blowing and drifting snow. Travel north of I-80 will be near impossible at times. Some road closures are possible along and north of I-90 given greater accumulation and more persistent blizzard-like conditions. Heaviest snowfall totals through sunrise Tuesday (there will be more after) will be along Lake Superior. Snowfall rates could exceed 2" an hour at times due to lake enhancement. Expect over a foot in most areas along the lakeshore before dropping as you get closer to the WI border. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey~OUTDATED~
~(Updated) Snowfall Forecast Sunrise Sunday-Sunrise Tuesday~
A major winter storm is expected to bring significant snowfall to portions of the region. Most of the accumulating snow will be along and north of I-80. No matter how much snow will fall, there will be strong northwest winds that will create blowing and drifting snow. Travel north of I-80 will be near impossible at times. Some road closures are possible along and north of I-90 given greater accumulation and more persistent blizzard-like conditions. Heaviest snowfall totals through sunrise Tuesday (there will be more after) will be along Lake Superior. Snowfall rates could exceed 2" an hour at times due to lake enhancement. Expect over a foot in most areas along the lakeshore before dropping as you get closer to the WI border.
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