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Frederic – Gaylord Area Trail Report – Sledheads of Frederic – 02/17

FREDERIC / GAYLORD AREA UPDATE via Sledheads of Frederic – 02/17

Four to five inches of fresh snow overnight in Frederic…

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Monday January 12th, 2026 - 3:20 pm

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

FREDERIC - GAYLORD AREA UPDATE via Swamp II Bar & Restaurant in Frederic MI >> Today we had a gentleman call and was wondering how the trails are... we asked 2 snowmobilers and they said actually pretty good, they were coming from Higgins and heading to Gaylord next.... I told the guy I would take some pictures of the trails on my way out and post them. Here is trail7 in front of the Swamp II Bar & Restaurant in Frederic MI and also the trailhead and Trail off 612 in Fredeic...
Weather is always moody, but calling for rain tomorrow and snow every day after! 4 day weekend coming up! #gaylord #snowphotos
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I always start in Fredric from sledheads, but trails are always terrible until I get to the kalkaska county line. I'm thinking it's time to ride elsewhere.

Trail 7 from Fredrick to Gaylord is always a mess unless you have a ton of snow to get off of the not groomed trail

Monday January 12th, 2026 - 1:05 pm

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> A return to above normal temperatures will start out our work week. Today and tonight will be mainly quiet. A snow-rain mix is expected on Tuesday, with a light slushy accumulation possible in the morning in eastern upper Michigan. Temperatures will be falling late Tuesday night through the day Wednesday, with brisk northerly winds, along with snow showers and light accumulations. Thursday will be colder but with less snow. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyA return to above normal temperatures will start out our work week. Today and tonight will be mainly quiet. A snow-rain mix is expected on Tuesday, with a light slushy accumulation possible in the morning in eastern upper Michigan. Temperatures will be falling late Tuesday night through the day Wednesday, with brisk northerly winds, along with snow showers and light accumulations. Thursday will be colder but with less snow. ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> A return to above normal temperatures will start out our work week. Today and tonight will be mainly quiet. A snow-rain mix is expected on Tuesday, with a light slushy accumulation possible in the morning in eastern upper Michigan. Temperatures will be falling late Tuesday night through the day Wednesday, with brisk northerly winds, along with snow showers and light accumulations. Thursday will be colder but with less snow. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Monday January 12th, 2026 - 3:12 am

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> After a few light snow showers pass across eastern upper overnight, weather turns pretty mild and quiet this Monday. Mixed rain/snow showers then move across the Great Lakes region this Tuesday and Wednesday followed by very chilly temperatures through the remainder of the work week. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyAfter a few light snow showers pass across eastern upper overnight, weather turns pretty mild and quiet this Monday. Mixed rain/snow showers then move across the Great Lakes region this Tuesday and Wednesday followed by very chilly temperatures through the remainder of the work week. ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> After a few light snow showers pass across eastern upper overnight, weather turns pretty mild and quiet this Monday. Mixed rain/snow showers then move across the Great Lakes region this Tuesday and Wednesday followed by very chilly temperatures through the remainder of the work week. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Monday January 12th, 2026 - 2:54 am

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

GAYLORD AREA UPDATE via Town Hall Snowmobile Club Paradise MI >> A little down state riding in Gaylord, Fredrick and Wolverine. Snow started Saturday around 2. We have at least 6-8”. Trails are decent. A little rougher from the melt but more the enough snow to cool a 2” Assault! #gaylord #snowphotos ... See MoreSee Less

Sunday January 11th, 2026 - 4:55 am

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Snow will diminish this morning, ending by early afternoon. Some parts in northeast lower and far eastern upper Michigan may break out into partial sunshine this afternoon. However, north-northwest to northwest winds today will remain brisk. Gusts to around 30 mph will be common. That will produce areas of blowing and drifting snow today, especially in places that are more open and exposed. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeySnow will diminish this morning, ending by early afternoon. Some parts in northeast lower and far eastern upper Michigan may break out into partial sunshine this afternoon. However, north-northwest to northwest winds today will remain brisk. Gusts to around 30 mph will be common. That will produce areas of blowing and drifting snow today, especially in places that are more open and exposed. ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Snow will diminish this morning, ending by early afternoon. Some parts in northeast lower and far eastern upper Michigan may break out into partial sunshine this afternoon. However, north-northwest to northwest winds today will remain brisk. Gusts to around 30 mph will be common. That will produce areas of blowing and drifting snow today, especially in places that are more open and exposed. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Sunday January 11th, 2026 - 1:22 am

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

FREDERIC - GAYLORD AREA UPDATE via Sledheads of Frederic , Michigan Snowmobiling >> Two to three inches of fresh snow on the ground on Saturday night... #gaylord #snowphotos ... See MoreSee Less

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February 17, 2023 |

Cadillac Area Trail Report – 02/17

CADILLAC AREA UPDATE via Coyote Crossing Resort – 2/17

Pete posted a new trail report at midnight, rating the trails Fair – Good …

“ Hello- We have received about 5-6″ as of midnight tonight! Things are looking up for an enjoyable Pres. Day weekend. Can’t comment on areas very far away, but our immediate Coyote, LPL, Boon, Mesick areas should be rideable/decent for this weekend. Expect ICY spots throughout , but we should have enough snow to enjoy the weekend. RIDE RIGHT! Pete “

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CADILLAC AREA UPDATE via Caberfae Peaks – 2/17

Good Morning from #caberfaepeaks with at least 5” of new snow since yesterday afternoon.
We still have lift tickets and rentals available this weekend: store.CaberfaePeaks.com
Photos taken 7:15 am on Friday, Feb 17th. Enjoy winter!

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CADILLAC AREA UPDATE via Coyote Crossing Resort – 2/16

We’ve gotten 2-3” of fresh snow, so far, and it’s still snowing. If we get another 2-3”, the trails should be decent!

• Ski slopes are in good shape now!
• Fish Fry & Karaoke Friday evening in our bar
• One cabin open this Friday & Saturday
Call (231) 862-3212, Ext. 2

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To better access the forest trails, you’ll want to use one of the Staging Areas below:

33 Rd Staging Area–S of M-55–approx.. 3 miles west of Cadillac on M-55 (watch for signs)

Caberfae Staging Area–approx.. 12 miles west of Cadillac on M-55 (watch for signs)

Boon Staging Area–park in plowed area south of Boon Grocery

Note: The porta-a-johns were removed from our staging areas today as our contracts on them expired 3-15-13.

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VIA CADILLAC WINTER PROMOTIONS
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Monday January 12th, 2026 - 1:05 pm

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WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> A return to above normal temperatures will start out our work week. Today and tonight will be mainly quiet. A snow-rain mix is expected on Tuesday, with a light slushy accumulation possible in the morning in eastern upper Michigan. Temperatures will be falling late Tuesday night through the day Wednesday, with brisk northerly winds, along with snow showers and light accumulations. Thursday will be colder but with less snow. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyA return to above normal temperatures will start out our work week. Today and tonight will be mainly quiet. A snow-rain mix is expected on Tuesday, with a light slushy accumulation possible in the morning in eastern upper Michigan. Temperatures will be falling late Tuesday night through the day Wednesday, with brisk northerly winds, along with snow showers and light accumulations. Thursday will be colder but with less snow. ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> A return to above normal temperatures will start out our work week. Today and tonight will be mainly quiet. A snow-rain mix is expected on Tuesday, with a light slushy accumulation possible in the morning in eastern upper Michigan. Temperatures will be falling late Tuesday night through the day Wednesday, with brisk northerly winds, along with snow showers and light accumulations. Thursday will be colder but with less snow. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Monday January 12th, 2026 - 3:12 am

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> After a few light snow showers pass across eastern upper overnight, weather turns pretty mild and quiet this Monday. Mixed rain/snow showers then move across the Great Lakes region this Tuesday and Wednesday followed by very chilly temperatures through the remainder of the work week. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyAfter a few light snow showers pass across eastern upper overnight, weather turns pretty mild and quiet this Monday. Mixed rain/snow showers then move across the Great Lakes region this Tuesday and Wednesday followed by very chilly temperatures through the remainder of the work week. ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> After a few light snow showers pass across eastern upper overnight, weather turns pretty mild and quiet this Monday. Mixed rain/snow showers then move across the Great Lakes region this Tuesday and Wednesday followed by very chilly temperatures through the remainder of the work week. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Sunday January 11th, 2026 - 3:54 pm

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

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Sunday January 11th, 2026 - 1:59 pm

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

CADILLAC AREA UPDATE via Coyote Crossing Resort >> The snow is back! ❄️ We’ve seen about 9 inches of fresh snow in the last 24 hours, and trail conditions are looking pretty good. The restaurant is open until 9pm today. Lunch & dinner are ready! Come warm up with us! #cadillac #snowphotosThe snow is back! ❄️ We’ve seen about 9 inches of fresh snow in the last 24 hours, and trail conditions are looking pretty good. The restaurant is open until 9pm today. Lunch & dinner are ready! Come warm up with us! ... See MoreSee Less

CADILLAC AREA UPDATE via Coyote Crossing Resort >> The snow is back! ❄️ We’ve seen about 9 inches of fresh snow in the last 24 hours, and trail conditions are looking pretty good. The restaurant is open until 9pm today. Lunch & dinner are ready! Come warm up with us! #cadillac #snowphotos

Sunday January 11th, 2026 - 4:55 am

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Snow will diminish this morning, ending by early afternoon. Some parts in northeast lower and far eastern upper Michigan may break out into partial sunshine this afternoon. However, north-northwest to northwest winds today will remain brisk. Gusts to around 30 mph will be common. That will produce areas of blowing and drifting snow today, especially in places that are more open and exposed. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeySnow will diminish this morning, ending by early afternoon. Some parts in northeast lower and far eastern upper Michigan may break out into partial sunshine this afternoon. However, north-northwest to northwest winds today will remain brisk. Gusts to around 30 mph will be common. That will produce areas of blowing and drifting snow today, especially in places that are more open and exposed. ... See MoreSee Less

WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Snow will diminish this morning, ending by early afternoon. Some parts in northeast lower and far eastern upper Michigan may break out into partial sunshine this afternoon. However, north-northwest to northwest winds today will remain brisk. Gusts to around 30 mph will be common. That will produce areas of blowing and drifting snow today, especially in places that are more open and exposed. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey

Sunday January 11th, 2026 - 4:13 am

Michigan Snowmobile Trail Report

WELLSTON - CADILLAC AREA UPDATE via Wellston Winter Trails and Promotions >> What a difference a day makes. It is truly magical out there. #wellston #cadillac #snowphotos ... See MoreSee Less

WELLSTON - CADILLAC AREA UPDATE via Wellston Winter  Trails and Promotions >> What a difference a day makes. It is truly magical out there. #wellston #cadillac #snowphotosImage attachmentImage attachment
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