Trail Report…… Thursday Dec,18th, 2014….

We had low temps last night 12 degrees and in Single Digits for tonight….

2-4 ‘ of new snow over last 2 days….

This is ideal setup for our new start to trail grooming

Last weeks abnormal 40 degrees temps…3/4′ of rain have let us with a new start to trail work….

Cold single digit temps and little snow will drive frost into wet areas faster …now with a huge storm predicted for Christmas holidays …it should set us up for starting trail grooming NEXT WEEK….

We will keep you posted…Patience is a virtue at this time…riding is minimal..

All trails have wet areas and little snow… our lake effect snow belts change trail conditions from mile to mile…with low trail use there is a covering of snow on everthing but wet areas…

Trail #8 NORTH of Paradise,MI.
Trail # 452 accessed off North trail #8
are the ONLY 2 trails that are navigable at best… with 4-5 waters holes on each…..no reports at this time on recent conditions…but ‘not good’ i would expect…

Die -Hards and cabin owners might find some riding no problem …but for family groups expecting soft groomed trails and easy riding, will be disappointed..

HOPE THIS helps………

The snowmobile trails from Twin Lakes to Copper Harbor are officially open. The groomers are out working on the trails. Conditions are early season as more snow is needed.

Any trail usage should be done with extreme care until we have better snow cover as there are rocks, stumps, branches and wet areas not covered by snow and hazards that have not been identified.

The protective mat on the Portage Lift Bridge between Houghton and Hancock will not be installed until the middle of January. It is safe to cross the on the metal grating and will do no damage to your sled, just please drive carefully until the mat is installed.

Remember to watch out for the groomers when you’re out on the trails, they have the right of way!!

The Keweenaw Convention & Visitors Bureau asks that you stay on the trails, STAY OFF THE ICE, respect private property, do not drink and drive, and above all else, please, drive safely. The signs on the snowmobile trails are there for the riders’ safety. Please, DO NOT remove or destroy these signs.

Please be aware that if you snowmobile on U.S. Coast Guard property you could face federal trespass charges.