Snowmobiling in Northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula
March 18, 2026 – 11:45 pm update: – WEDNESDAY NIGHT – Most of the clubs are in the final stages of digging out of the BLIZZARD OF 2026. The Central and Eastern U.P. got the most snow accumulations topping out at 35 and 40 and 50 inches of snow with drifts of 8 to 10 feet. The Western U.P. and the Keweenaw Peninsula came away with only 20 inches or so. Groomers have been on the trails ther and conditions are good. In the Central and Eastern U.P. groomers and tackling the big drifts and getting things under control. There may be some areas where the groomers have not gotten yes. Slight warm up this weekend so expect spring conditions even with all of the snow. Temps remain cold next week so all of the snow should last through next week and into next weekend.
The tip of the mitt and the area north of Gaylord got the most snow in Northern Lower Michigan. Groomers are out and trails should have enough snow through the weekend and into next week. The slight warm up this weekend will likely create spring conditions on most trails.
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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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.
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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.
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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
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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 >> 3/20/26
Hello again! Before the new snow overnight, Bryan was out on the city trails yesterday evening getting them into shape ahead of the weekend!
A little above freezing now, with freezing mist in some areas, but still looking amazing, especially for the first day of Spring! 😅🤯
Thank you, Bryan! Super cool video!❄️❄️ #soo #soo0320b #snowphotos
ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via North Country Snowmobile Club UP >> Trail Report 3/20:
We finished our ride yesterday on Trail 137 to Trail 13 to 101 to 12 back to White Pine. The snow had turned to mashed potatoes but trails for the most part were smooth and holding up well.
There are bare spots, standing water, running water, deteriorating snow bridges, and any roadside trail is bare, pretty typical late season riding.
Friday should still be a good day for riding.
Due to high temps we have halted all grooming operations.
Will go back out Sunday to assess the damage Ma Nature is causing.
Ride the 906. #ontonagon #westernup #snowphotosTrail Report 3/20:
We finished our ride yesterday on Trail 137 to Trail 13 to 101 to 12 back to White Pine. The snow had turned to mashed potatoes but trails for the most part were smooth and holding up well.
There are bare spots, standing water, running water, deteriorating snow bridges, and any roadside trail is bare, pretty typical late season riding.
Friday should still be a good day for riding.
Due to high temps we have halted all grooming operations.
Will go back out Sunday to assess the damage Ma Nature is causing.
Ride the 906.
CADILLAC AREA UPDATE vi Coyote Crossing Resort >> About half of our system is passible for sleds at this time, but many obstacles and dangerous sections remain. Fortunately, the sledding season is wrapping up in this area, since we're nearing the end of March. Not just warm upcoming temps are working against us, but the damage to the trail system from this last storm is more than this volunteer group can handle. #cadillac #snowphotos
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About half of our system is passible for sleds at this time, but many obstacles and dangerous sections remain. Fortunately, the sledding season is wrapping up iWEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Mostly dry conditions save for pockets of drizzle are expected today behind this morning's wintry mix. Most should warm into the 40s. 2 more waves moves through this weekend, providing a snow to rain transition Saturday and then snow Sunday. For both, precipitation amounts are expected to be light. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #sooMostly dry conditions save for pockets of drizzle are expected today behind this morning's wintry mix. Most should warm into the 40s. 2 more waves moves through this weekend, providing a snow to rain transition Saturday and then snow Sunday. For both, precipitation amounts are expected to be light. #906wx #miwx
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> A rain/snow mix will depart later this morning, potentially opening the door for some clearing clouds later this afternoon with highs ranging from the upper 30s across the eastern U.P. to the upper 40s/low 50s for those south of M-72. Another round of rain/snow mix is expected later Saturday into Sunday. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskeyA rain/snow mix will depart later this morning, potentially opening the door for some clearing clouds later this afternoon with highs ranging from the upper 30s across the eastern U.P. to the upper 40s/low 50s for those south of M-72. Another round of rain/snow mix is expected later Saturday into Sunday.
CRYSTAL FALLS AREA UPDATE via The Chippewa Sno-Kats Trail Club, Inc. >> Trail update !!
All our trails have been groomed. Enjoy riding the trails this weekend. We will not be grooming this weekend with the warm weather.
Thanks again #westernup #snowphotosTrail update !!
All our trails have been groomed. Enjoy riding the trails this weekend. We will not be grooming this weekend with the warm weather.
Thanks again
SIDNAW - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE vai Sno Valley Riders Snowmobile Club >> 🌅 Spring Equinox in the Western U.P. 🌅
Today marks the first official day of spring — and that means longer daylight hours on the trails.
There’s still time to get out and ride before the season ends.
If you’re heading out:
✔ Ride Right
✔ Lead Right
✔ Respect the trails and landowners
And remember — the groomer always has the right of way.
Enjoy the longer days and make the most of the remaining riding season! ❄️
— Sno Valley Riders #westernup🌅 Spring Equinox in the Western U.P. 🌅
Today marks the first official day of spring — and that means longer daylight hours on the trails.
There’s still time to get out and ride before the season ends.
If you’re heading out:
✔ Ride Right
✔ Lead Right
✔ Respect the trails and landowners
And remember — the groomer always has the right of way.
Enjoy the longer days and make the most of the remaining riding season! ❄️
— Sno Valley Riders
WEATHER UPDATE via Forsyth Snowmobile and ATV Club >> 54 INCHES! Yep, that's us.
Gwinn, Central Upper Peninsula of Michigan #miweather #marquette #munising54 INCHES! Yep, that's us.
Gwinn, Central Upper Peninsula of Michigan
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