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Traverse City Trail Report – 01/06

TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Grand Traverse Area Snowmobile Club – 1/6

Trail Report: 01-6-22
We received 6-8 inches of light fluffy snow yesterday and it is still snowing lightly at this time. The wife and I went out for a ride to see how the trails were and took a few pictures. We definitely need more snow as there is no base on the trails. Conditions are typical early season riding. Groomer Pat is out panning the trails so if your out, please watch out for him and give him a thumbs up. As you can see, some dirt is showing through after he panned but this will lead to better trails so please be patient. I wish I had better news on the trails, but the weather does look to stay cold so keep the snow dances going and remember to Ride Right, Ride Safe.

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TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Ranch Rudolf – 1/6

1/6/21
Everything is snow covered! We got about 6 fresh inches in the valley. Groomers are anticipated to head out today. Currently 9 degrees and lightly snowing. There isn’t much of a trail report at this time because we really haven’t had rideable snow to speak of yet this season. Counter service food and beverage available this Saturday starting at 11:30am. It is forecasted to stay cold enough to hang onto this snow for a bit and we anticipate people will be on the trails this weekend

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Friday January 30th, 2026 - 11:01 am

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TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Grand Traverse Area Snowmobile Club >> Our operator's have been out smoothing the trails all week and sent some pics to post. Thanks to Mike, Blake, Dave and Jeff for volunteering your time. They all report excellent conditions. The groomers will be out again tonight so keep an eye out for them. Remember, Ride Right, Ride Safe, Ride Sober... #traversecity #snowphotos ... See MoreSee Less

Thursday January 29th, 2026 - 2:39 pm

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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> 1/29/2026, 5am - One last round of dangerous cold again tonight... but hope is on the horizon for those looking for a reprieve from the ice box this weekend (but not so warm the winter fans can't still enjoy it)! #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> 1/29/2026, 5am - One last round of dangerous cold again tonight... but hope is on the horizon for those looking for a reprieve from the ice box this weekend (but not so warm the winter fans cant still enjoy it)! #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyImage attachment

Wednesday January 28th, 2026 - 10:25 pm

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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Bitterly cold temps return tonight, particularly for the eastern UP and interior northern Lower Michigan, with wind chills dropping between -15 to -25 across parts of interior northern lower and eastern upper. Temps could be be even colder Thursday night compared to tonight, with cold temperatures and wind chills becoming more widespread. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyBitterly cold temps return tonight, particularly for the eastern UP and interior northern Lower Michigan, with wind chills dropping between -15 to -25 across parts of interior northern lower and eastern upper. Temps could be be even colder Thursday night compared to tonight, with cold temperatures and wind chills becoming more widespread. ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Bitterly cold temps return tonight, particularly for the eastern UP and interior northern Lower Michigan, with wind chills dropping between -15 to -25 across parts of interior northern lower and eastern upper. Temps could be be even colder Thursday night compared to tonight, with cold temperatures and wind chills becoming more widespread. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Tuesday January 27th, 2026 - 10:38 pm

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TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Grand Traverse Area Snowmobile Club >> We received about 3-4 inches of fresh snow overnight. Groomer driver Don went out on the west trail and reported excellent conditions. Groomer driver Jeff was on the south trail and reported some drifting in the open areas and rated the trails as excellent. We will be out again tomorrow. Subscribe to Groomer Tracker and you'll see us doing our thing. Remember, Ride Right, Ride Safe, Ride Sober.
Great trails take alot of work in the off season and alot of support. McAllister Rentals; High quality equipment rentals of all sizes from the best in the business! If you need it, they've got it - with top notch service and support to match. The Traverse City location goes above and beyond supporting our snowmobile club. Please support those who support our sport! #traversecity #snowphotos
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TRAVERSE CITY AREA UPDATE via Grand Traverse Area Snowmobile Club >> We received about 3-4 inches of fresh snow overnight.   Groomer driver Don went out on the west trail and reported excellent conditions. Groomer driver Jeff was on the south trail and reported some drifting in the open areas and rated the trails as excellent. We will be out again tomorrow.  Subscribe to Groomer Tracker and youll see us doing our thing.  Remember, Ride Right, Ride Safe, Ride Sober. 
Great trails take alot of work in the off season and alot of support.  McAllister Rentals;  High quality equipment rentals of all sizes from the best in the business!  If you need it, theyve got it - with top notch service and support to match.  The Traverse City location goes above and beyond supporting our snowmobile club.  Please support those who support our sport! #traversecity #snowphotosImage attachmentImage attachment

Tuesday January 27th, 2026 - 10:59 am

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WEATHER UPDATE via Meteorologist Brad Sugden >> Additional snowfall Tuesday, Jan 27th!
Winds will gust 30-40mph at times blowing around new slow and fluffy snow already on the ground. Expect ground blizzards at times (wind driven, brief, white outs). #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsare #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyAdditional snowfall Tuesday, Jan 27th!

Winds will gust 30-40mph at times blowing around new slow and fluffy snow already on the ground. Expect ground blizzards at times (wind driven, brief, white outs).
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WEATHER UPDATE via Meteorologist Brad Sugden >> Additional snowfall Tuesday, Jan 27th!
Winds will gust 30-40mph at times blowing around new slow and fluffy snow already on the ground. Expect ground blizzards at times (wind driven, brief, white outs). #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsare #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey
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