Gaylord Area Trail Report – 12/16
Gaylord Bureau – December 16, 2024 9:15 a.m. We’re having an epic start to snowmobile season and the Gaylord area got hit with over 80 inches of snow to start out winter. After a light rain and warming temperatures, trails are in fair shape with some dirt showing in spots. Grooming has stopped due to the temps, but will likely begin again on Tuesday night. Don’t worry, there’s more snow in the forecast! Check out this live feed to see trail #7, just north of Gaylord. A few things to remember about groomers: – Groomers are out there to help you have a better riding experience and always have the right of way. Want to be ready? Get a free trail map delivered right to your mailbox and plan your adventure! As always, check back with us for updates and weather reports. http://www.gaylordmichigan.net/snowmobile-trail-report-114/ <> And the melt down continues, drizzly rain again with warmer temps than we want. Sometimes things like this help the base if it hardens up but I dont see that happening for 2 or 3 days. Pics below are my back parking lot and my front drive. Very dissapointing. There were a few sleds out and about on sunday. So the wait is on again. Thanks for checking in. Pete http://frederic-mi.com/category/trail-conditions/ 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 <> <>
– Please move off the trail when groomers are coming and allow them to safely pass.
– If you approach a groomer from behind, kindly wait for the operator to signal you to pass.
– Grooming can take place at any time during the day or night.
– Have fun and stay safe!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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