Snowmobiling in Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula
February 17, 2026 – 2:35 pm update: – TUESDAY AFTERNOON – The February warm up is coming to an end. It looks like the Upper Peninsula came through with not much harm to the base in most regions. The good news is that there is snowstorm in the forecast for Wednesday with moderate and more than moderate accumulations especially in the Eastern U.P. The fresh snow and seasonable temperatures should leave the trails in good shape for the weekend.
Trails in Northern Lower Michigan suffered a bit more from the warm up, however, there is still plenty of snow in most areas especially in the woods. Snow and mixed precipiation is in the forecast for Wednesday. With the new snow and seasonable temperatures most trails in Northern Lower Michigan should be set up for some decent riding this weekend.
Check all the local reports for the latest updates…
Check the snow depth map for the areas the have the most snow.
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Check the snow depth map for the areas the have the most snow.
Here are the latest trail reports.
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Here’s the Snow Depth Map to help you find regions with the most snow.
Keweenaw Peninsula — Ironwood / Western U.P.
Also check out John Dee for the latest weather forecasts.
Check the weather page for the latest weather updates and click here for the latest photos.
Check the Snow Depth Map for areas with the best snow.
Here are the latest trail reports.
Check out John Dee and the John Dee Forecast Graphic for his take on this week’s weather.
Complete trailreport.com reports on the web, facebook and twitter:
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Forecasts from Weather Undergound: (Ironwood Forecast) — (Marquette Forecast) — (Newberry Forecast) — (Cadillac Forecast) — (Gaylord Forecast) — (Traverse City Forecast)
NEW: Webcam Map – View webcams throughout Northern Lower Michigan and the Upper Peninsula on our interactive google map.
You can follow the week’s weather forecast at John Dee.
You can track some of the lake effect snow on the Radar Loop here and also get an educated guess on the best regions for snowfall on the Winter Storm Warning Map.
You can view the snow depth map here.
To check temperatures and trail conditions throughout Northern Lower Michigan and the Upper Peninsula click on our new google interactive trail report map
Featured Regions For The Winter of 2013 / 2014
 Cadillac |
 Gaylord |
 Traverse City |
 Drummond Island |
 Western U.P. |
Featured Regional Links
Western U.P. – Trail Reports – Webcams
Western U.P. Snowmobile Lodging
Ironwood – Hurley Lodging, – Montreal Haus Rental – Montreal, WI – Classic Motor Inn – Ironwood – Red Birch Haus – Iron Belt, WI – Comfort Inn – Ironwood – The Cedars Motel
Bessemer – Wakefield Lodging – Indianhead Mountain Resort – Regal Country Inn – Wildernest Chalet I & II – Wakefield – The Bluffs Inn – Bessemer – Big Powderhorn Lodging Association – Windsong Lodging – Bessemer – Powderhorn Northwoods Suite – Bessemer – SnowBlind Chalet 1-6 – Powder Hound Lodge
Lake Gogebic Lodging – AJ’s Walleye Lodge – The Timbers Resort – Root Cellar Resort – Bear’s Nine Pines Resort
Watersmeet Lodging – Jay’s Resort
Ontonagon – Porcupine Mountains Lodging – Mountain View Lodges – Scott’s Superior Inn – Superior Shores – Peterson’s Chalet Cottages – Rocky Shores Vacation Home – Porcupine Lodge – White Pine – Sunshine Motel – A Cabin & A Cottage Up North – Konteka Resort – AmericInn of Silver City – A Beach Retreat Cottage
Gaylord Area – Trail Reports – Webcams
Gaylord Snowmobile Lodging – Ray’s Retreat Country Inn – Pine Cone Accommodations – The Waters Inn – Treetops Resort – and more…
Gaylord Snowmobile Rentals – Alpine Snowmobile Rentals – DerMiner’s Parkside Market Snowmobile Rentals – Gaylord Dining
Harbor Springs Area – Trail Reports
Harbor Springs Snowmobile Lodging – Trout Creek Condominium Resort
Traverse City Area – Trail Reports
Traverse City Lodging – Ranch Rudolf – Honor Motel – Honor – Bayshore Resort – Pointes North Beachfront Resort Hotel – Cherry Tree Inn and Suites – Lake ‘N Pines Lodge – Crystal Mountain Resort & Spa – and more…
Traverse City Snowmobile Rentals – Blue Sky Snowmobile Rentals
Traverse City Dining – Peegeo’s – Ranch Rudolf
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Postings From Trail Report Pages On Facebook
SAULT STE. MARIE AREA UPDATE via Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association >> 2/17/26
Good morning all! I’m over in the western Yoop, and while it’s been very warm and sunny here ( 😔 ), the Soo and surrouding area has been only in the mid 30s. We had groomers out in the Bay Mills/Raco area yesterday morning.
High 30s today means groomers will be parked, but temps drop tonight and then 5-9” of snow is in the forecast.
We’ll come out of this tiny little warm up just fine.
I’m seeing a lot of misinformation due to the fact that some areas of the UP have been in the 40s, so I wanted to clarify that our area is still in really good shape and didn’t see the warmth and sun that some areas of the central and western UP did, and fresh snow will only make it better!
Come on up! ❄️❄️❄️ #soo
Stop telling every one looking for a traffic free extended weekend LOL
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> A messy winter storm is set to lift through the Great Lakes tonight through Wednesday bringing mixed precipitation, heavy wet snow, and strong winds to Upper Michigan.
Please view the full briefing packet at the link below for details regarding precipitation type and timing, forecast snowfall and freezing rain accumulation, and more.
www.weather.gov/media/mqt/DssPacket.pdf #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> A combo of heavy, wet snow and freezing rain will impact much of northern Michigan late tonight into Wednesday night. Heaviest snow and icing is expected Wednesday morning, leading to hazardous travel and the potential for localized power outages. High uncertainty still exists in snow and ice amounts across parts of northern lower where there will likely be a sharp cutoff between heaviest snowfall and heaviest icing, so be sure to stay tuned to the latest forecast for updates! #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyA combo of heavy, wet snow and freezing rain will impact much of northern Michigan late tonight into Wednesday night. Heaviest snow and icing is expected Wednesday morning, leading to hazardous travel and the potential for localized power outages. High uncertainty still exists in snow and ice amounts across parts of northern lower where there will likely be a sharp cutoff between heaviest snowfall and heaviest icing, so be sure to stay tuned to the latest forecast for updates!
WATERSMEET - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via U.P. Thunder Riders Snowmobile Club >> TRAIL UPDATE 2/17/26- Big Thank you to Groomers Gary and Dave for grooming overnight for 8 hours.
With the extreme warm weather and then the somewhat flash freeze through the night made for some tough grooming with moguls freezing up and trying to cut them down we had some balling of the snow. Long story short trails are pretty flat bridges still a little rough but this morning everything was like concrete. If we get the snow things should really be back to pretty good again. #watersmeet #westernup #snowphotos
NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via Trails End Lodging >> It’s a beautiful morning in Windy Corners! ❄️☀️
Wondering what Trail 498 looks like today?
Here’s a peek at Trail 498 coming into Windy Corners! 🛷🌲
Wherever the trail takes you… ride right and ride safe. 💙 #newberry #snowphotos
WEATHER UPDATE via 9&10 News >> Messy System Tuesday Night - Wednesday Afternoon!
What you need to know!
1) Winter Storm Warnings & Advisories from early Wednesday morning to Wednesday Evening. Most of the impact will be from 3am to 9am for Northern Michigan. For the list of counties and what you can expect, head here: www.9and10news.com/weather/latest-forecast/
2) U.P. and Tip of the Mitt will see the most snow. Some areas of Chippewa & Mackinac County could see 5-10" of snow!
3) Areas of the Northern Lower & Northern Central Lower could see a glaze of ice to .25" of ice accumulation.
4) Areas closer to Lake Michigan will stay rain and avoid issues.
5) This system will cause headaches across Northern Michigan so make sure to have the Doppler 9&10 Weather App or tune in for the latest forecast to see how this will impact you! #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey
MUNISING AREA UPDATE via Buckhorn Resort >> Trail update: Trail 7 entering/leaving our parking lot at 8:30 am today (2/17)
Thank you Alger County SORVA and all other groomers! #munising #snowphotosTrail update: Trail 7 entering/leaving our parking lot at 8:30 am today (2/17)
Thank you Alger County SORVA and all other groomers!
SENEY AREA UPDATE via Mater's Stop -N- Go Gas Station >> Lost some inches, but still going strong supposed to be another huge snow dumping this evening. #seney #newberry #snowphotosLost some inches, but still going strong supposed to be another huge snow dumping this evening.
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