Keweenaw Peninsula Trail Report – 03/19
KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Western UP Trail Reports >> 03/19 8:00 am Wednesday March 19th ☠️ Stretch <> KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports >> 03/18 📣 This just in from riders returning from riding the Keweenaw 3/17/25 “We rode 5 hours yesterday. Trail 3 from The Trailside Lodge ➡️ Trail 132 around Lac La Belle ➡️ Trail 134 ➡️ 136 to High Rock! Excuse me if I have any trail #s wrong, but they were all great trails! Even if icy in areas, still in good shape. It was a fantastic day! We ended our season at High Rock. Trail 136 was very rideable, better than I’ve seen it in past! Thanks for all of your great info this season! Your posts are great and helpful info. Thank you! We appreciate you!” Thank you so much for sharing and your words of appreciation! It’s great to hear you are glad you made the choice to come ride the Keweenaw one last time this season! <> <> KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports >> 03/18 Never say never! Literally just about every season riders say “it’s over…. Long before it’s truly over” in SOME riders eyes! We get it…. Spring riding isn’t for everyone…but for those that do enjoy, what can sometimes be a challenge, but “worth it” to them, we will keep updating you! John Vogler rode the Keweenaw today and this was his detailed report tried to find a place to park, ended up parking by Vansville/Cliff View. We rode trail 3 north, pretty “snicy” as we like to call it – snow and ice. A little chop to it, a recent groomer run would have helped huge. We got to 132W, took that down toward Lac La Belle. This trail was excellent. There were a couple washouts where it said wet area, but small spots. We were very happy. Tgen we continued up on 132, it was pretty good, very little chop. We then took 134 east. 134 had a little chop to.it, but decent, again, a groomer run here yesterday would have made it excellent. We took 134 around then 135 back down to 134. This was a little snicy. couple bare spots, but could go around them no problem. Then 134, and 3 back to the truck. It was overall ok to pretty decent. a groomer run would have made it perfect, but I guess they aren’t running and not sure why. Trail 3 was a little icy coming back. Hope this helps others. Thanks!” Thanks John for that update and happy to hear you were able to enjoy the day of late season riding. Thanks again, John, for sharing your update! <> <> KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Krupps Resort >> 03/17 Anyone coming up yet for a spring ride just make not the bridge will be closed. If staying on south side of the bridge you would have to trailer across and park over there to ride on the north side of the bridge. <> <> KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Western UP Trail Reports >> 03/17 Monday March 17th ☠ Stretch <> KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports >> 03/17 Memories of just ONE of the Keweenaw’s epic St.Patty’s Day ☘️ storms! This was 2023 and oh how amazing it was….. <> <> <> <> <> <> Keweenaw Trail Reports on Facebook >>>> <> WEATHER UPDATE via Michigan Storm Chasers >> One of the most absurd snow forecasts we’ve ever made here at MSC, we’ve had to add an impromptu orange color for higher totals. KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Krupps Resort >> Who has pictures next to Kruppy!??! More snow to come tonight/tomorrow!! Please travel safely be it leaving or coming into the Yoop! Here is the link to Kruppys love cam! #keweenawWho has pictures next to Kruppy!??! More snow to come tonight/tomorrow!! Please travel safely be it leaving or coming into the Yoop! Here is the link to Kruppys love cam! kpr.uarhelp.com:6001/jpg/image.jpg?resolution=1024x768 KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports >> 🤔Where do you plan to ride after this next Sunday/Monday storm arrives?! 💨❄️ WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Confidence is increasing in a significant winter storm Saturday night into Monday night. Snowfall amounts between 1 to 3 feet could be near 2-day records in some areas. Strong winds and heavy snowfall rates likely result in blizzard conditions. Widespread impacts: very difficult to impossible travel, power outages, significant recovery time. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Visit Keweenaw >> What a difference a day makes 🌨️ Feeling refreshed and revitalized! KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Western UP Trail Reports >> 13 March 2026 WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Although some areas in the UP are experiencing a lull in the snowfall this morning, we expect the snow to fill back into the area from west to east through early afternoon. Winds shift to N/NE, resulting in reduced visibility in snow and blowing snow, especially in open areas and along Lake Superior. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #sooAlthough some areas in the UP are experiencing a lull in the snowfall this morning, we expect the snow to fill back into the area from west to east through early afternoon. Winds shift to N/NE, resulting in reduced visibility in snow and blowing snow, especially in open areas and along Lake Superior. WEATHER UPDATE via Michigan Storm Chasers >> A second, more significant winter storm is coming Sunday into Monday, and it still looks like a whopper. Confidence is increasing in the following: WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Good morning, <> Latest Trail Reports – Quick Links <>
Not a snow flake has fallen in Toivola yet. It does look like a little something maybe this afternoon. Looks like it moved to the east and Marquetteis still under a storm advisory.
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Only time will tell what this incoming “storm” actually produces. We just want you to be aware, of the forecast and potential for still riding if you choose to do so. Please checkout www.keweenawcountyonline.org to see previous years snowfalls. It appears the majority of this forecasted storm will head closer to the Big Bay/Kiva area as Bob shared in screenshots from Accuweather!
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Hope everyone has a good st. Patrick’s day. As always we have a st. Patrick’s day storm coming Wednesday. As of right now they are calling for 4″-8″ of snow.
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Key Notes:
•Snow begins to work into Michigan late tonight, but becomes more widespread during the early morning hours of Sunday. This snow continues through Tuesday morning for the UP, and becomes a snow/freezing rain/sleet mix for northern lower Michigan beginning Sunday afternoon/evening.
•Winds will gust between 40-60mph statewide both on Sunday and Monday.
•This will be a full on blizzard for much of the Upper Peninsula
•Expect scattered power outages across the state
•Travel will be near impossible for the UP and northern lower
Snow totals will be between one and four FEET when all is said and done on Tuesday in the UP. Further south, a mix is expected which will keep accumulations lower, and also will provide a sharp cutoff of accumulations. The difference between a foot of snow and 2” may be the width of one county.
Further south, this system will end as snow for lower Michigan on Monday & Tuesday, which is why we have a wide area within a trace to an inch, and western lower in a 1-3” zone with wording of higher totals possible. We may need to adjust totals here as new data comes clearer for Tuesday.
Stay tuned for the icing portion of this forecast. Northern lower Michigan will see significant icing which is not shown or communicated in this forecast graphic or write up. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyOne of the most absurd snow forecasts we’ve ever made here at MSC, we’ve had to add an impromptu orange color for higher totals.
Key Notes:
•Snow begins to work into Michigan late tonight, but becomes more widespread during the early morning hours of Sunday. This snow continues through Tuesday morning for the UP, and becomes a snow/freezing rain/sleet mix for northern lower Michigan beginning Sunday afternoon/evening.
•Winds will gust between 40-60mph statewide both on Sunday and Monday.
•This will be a full on blizzard for much of the Upper Peninsula
•Expect scattered power outages across the state
•Travel will be near impossible for the UP and northern lower
Snow totals will be between one and four FEET when all is said and done on Tuesday in the UP. Further south, a mix is expected which will keep accumulations lower, and also will provide a sharp cutoff of accumulations. The difference between a foot of snow and 2” may be the width of one county.
Further south, this system will end as snow for lower Michigan on Monday & Tuesday, which is why we have a wide area within a trace to an inch, and western lower in a 1-3” zone with wording of higher totals possible. We may need to adjust totals here as new data comes clearer for Tuesday.
Stay tuned for the icing portion of this forecast. Northern lower Michigan will see significant icing which is not shown or communicated in this forecast graphic or write up. 
😳 We received another 12+ inches of snow yesterday for a total of 35 over the last 6 days! A season total of 325 inches- already topping last years entire season total! 👏
⚠️ If you are trying to arrive prior to the storm, hopefully you are on your way, as conditions do not appear to be safe to travel on Sunday and Monday!
Forecasters are saying this storm has the potential to be record breaking! 🥇 No matter how much we actually receive, conditions are going to be epic……. AFTER clubs have the opportunity to get out and groom the trails! Remember, during blizzard like conditions, the operators safety is always considered first!
Brent Mason decided to get back up here yesterday and conditions did not disappoint! Brent shared these photos with us! Thanks as always, Brent for everything you do to help support the clubs and community while in the Keweenaw! #keweenaw #snowphotos
❄️ First wave of snow in the books - let's see what the weekend brings! #keweenaw #snowphotos
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Since making this video we received 2 more inches putting us at 10 inches since 10:30 last night. That puts Toivola at 278 inches total for this season. Never give up on the Yoop.
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•More than a foot of snow for the UP and/or far northern lower Michigan
•Significant icing that may impact the power grid
•Wind gusts that could top 45mph
•Blizzard conditions
We plan to release our first call snow/ice/wind maps for this event later this afternoon. We encourage you to begin preparations as this event could be our biggest winter storm we’ve seen in quite some time. Stay tuned for further details. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyA second, more significant winter storm is coming Sunday into Monday, and it still looks like a whopper. Confidence is increasing in the following:
•More than a foot of snow for the UP and/or far northern lower Michigan
•Significant icing that may impact the power grid
•Wind gusts that could top 45mph
•Blizzard conditions
We plan to release our first call snow/ice/wind maps for this event later this afternoon. We encourage you to begin preparations as this event could be our biggest winter storm we’ve seen in quite some time. Stay tuned for further details.
A quick hitting, strong clipper continues to bring widespread moderate to heavy snow and high winds to the area this morning. After a brief lull in snow around daybreak, an increase in northerly winds and lake effect snow will return hazardous conditions to the north winds snowbelts this early afternoon.
Our attention then turns to a major winter storm set to impact the Upper Midwest and Great Lakes region this weekend into early next week. Confidence is continuing to grow regarding significant snowfall accumulations (potentially record breaking) and blizzard conditions that may result in widespread impacts.
Please view this morning's informational briefing at the link below for additional details on both today's and this weekend's storm systems.
www.weather.gov/media/mqt/DssPacket.pdf #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo
