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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Check the weather page for the latest weather updates
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
FROM North Store Follow Me Outfitters >> From one generation to the next… this is what it’s all about 💜
Years may pass, faces may change, but the memories made here keep growing stronger. Watching families, friends, and now the next generation experience the same joy on these trails is truly a blessing.
Grateful for the past, thankful for the present, and excited for the future. ❄️
🙏🫶🏻Thank you for choosing and supporting us these last 15 years
🌲💙NNorth Store Follow Me OutfittersYour U.P. North Home Base
📍Windy Corners, MI #newberry #snowphotos
NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via Trails End Lodging >> Good Sunday morning from Windy Corners! 🌄
Here’s a fresh look at Trail 498 as it rolls into Windy Corners—conditions are looking great! Are you heading out for a ride today? ❄️🏍️
If you’re in the area, be sure to stop by North Store Follow Me Outfitters and WOLF INN Grill & Spirits to warm up and say hello. Stay safe and enjoy the trails! #newberry #snowphotos
NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via Pine Stump >> What a fun day for everyone yesterday!
We had around 200 sleds registered for the show. The weather was good and we had a great crowd!!
We want to thank all the volunteers that help with the show. We couldn’t do it without out them. And hats off to all our staff that rock it out on all these busy days!! #newberry #snowphotos
NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via Pine Stump >> Sunday 3-22
What a weekend for people again!! I think a lot of people came up for a last hoorah
The weathers cooling right back off. This week would be a good week to ride to finish out the “official” trail season
I’m sure the clubs will be working right up to the first of April.
All this snow won’t go away fast! #newberry #snowphotos
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Expect mostly dry weather today through Monday as a cold front exits the U.P. this morning. A few light snow showers will be possible in the higher terrain of the western half through tonight, with minimal accumulations less than an inch. Most locations will struggle to get above freezing today, with the exception of areas near Lake Michigan. Temperatures rebound above freezing on Monday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #sooExpect mostly dry weather today through Monday as a cold front exits the U.P. this morning. A few light snow showers will be possible in the higher terrain of the western half through tonight, with minimal accumulations less than an inch. Most locations will struggle to get above freezing today, with the exception of areas near Lake Michigan. Temperatures rebound above freezing on Monday.
WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Early morning rain and snow showers will exit, with dry weather from early afternoon on. Mainly dry conditions are expected tonight and Monday, though we will be a little cooler on Monday. There is a chance for snow showers late Monday night into Tuesday morning (especially in the eastern UP), and again on Wednesday. Rain and snow are likely Wednesday night into Thursday, and colder weather is expected behind that system for the end of the work week. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey #soo #newberryEarly morning rain and snow showers will exit, with dry weather from early afternoon on. Mainly dry conditions are expected tonight and Monday, though we will be a little cooler on Monday. There is a chance for snow showers late Monday night into Tuesday morning (especially in the eastern UP), and again on Wednesday. Rain and snow are likely Wednesday night into Thursday, and colder weather is expected behind that system for the end of the work week.
NEWBERRY AREA UPDATE via TASA Tahquamenon Area Snowmobile Association >> We groomed 9 45 and the south trail down to H40 Trout Lake last night. It was the best we could do considering the condition were a little warm, but we did get it knocked down and it looked decent from the looks of the temperature tonight we should be back in full swing after that. #newberryWe groomed 9 45 and the south trail down to H40 Trout Lake last night. It was the best we could do considering the condition were a little warm, but we did get it knocked down and it looked decent from the looks of the temperature tonight we should be back in full swing after that.
Finally seen a groomer out late towards eving by trout like. It looked like a tinker toy compared to the tractors n groomers here in Kalkaska. I was surprised.
Great !!! We rode to trout lake yesterday and it was brutal but cannot fault your work and dedication it’s the weather ! I talked to driver I passed coming into newberry great guy!!
SAULT STE. MARIE AREA UPDATE via Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association >> 3/21/26
Wow! I am so pleasantly surprised how well the trails held up today!! Sugar Island Chris DID groom 8 this morning from the Soo to Brimley.
For those that have been asking, the bay in Brimley is starting to show some slushy spots.
While I wish I was hopping in the groomer, it’s just too warm and they are pretty darn good anyway!
Shout out to Mackinac County Snowmobile Association , Les Cheneaux Snowmobile Club & Grooming Report, and the Chippewa Snowchasers for their great trails today too!
Lots of people out enjoying the day. We had heavy wet snow, then freezing rain, then back to snow.
150 miles of smiles here in the far EUP.
I hope you got to enjoy it too! Incredible, especially for March 21st! ❄️❄️❄️ #soo #soo0321f #snowphotos
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