Lake Gogebic Trail Report – 12/01
LAKE GOGEBIC AREA UPDATE via Gogebic Area Grooming – 12/01 We are out trying to get an early jump on thing’s. If you do choose to ride, use extreme caution. You will encounter water holes, unfrozen swamp’s debris and closed gate’s. Think snow and ride safely ❄❄❄ <> <> <> <> <> Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce – <> Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce on Facebook – <> WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> North-northwest lake effect snow continues overnight before backing to the north wind snowbelts early Monday morning. Confidence is increasing that a heavy snowband will move into the central U.P. during the morning commute hours Monday. Take it slow on ice and snow! IRONWOOD - WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Gogebic Range Trail Authority - ORV & Snowmobile Club >> Today we rolled trail 2 from Ironwood to Marinesco snow depth varies. LAKE GOGEBIC AREA UPDATE via Gogebic Area Grooming >> We are out trying to get an early jump on thing's. If you do choose to ride, use extreme caution. You will encounter water holes, unfrozen swamp's debris and closed gate's. Think snow and ride safely ❄️❄️❄️ #lakegogebic #westernup #snowphotos Perry Swensen Thank you. SIDNAW AREA UPDATE via The Sidnaw Station >> Groomer just went through... #sidnaw #westernup #snowphotosGroomer just went through. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> NW lake effect snow will veer to the NNW snowbelts today. Dangerous travel conditions are expected under the strongest snow bands. And, late tonight into Monday, heavy lake effect snow could move into the central UP. However, due to spread in model guidance, confidence remains low in location and duration of dominant lake effect bands across Marquette County. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaNW lake effect snow will veer to the NNW snowbelts today. Dangerous travel conditions are expected under the strongest snow bands. And, late tonight into Monday, heavy lake effect snow could move into the central UP. However, due to spread in model guidance, confidence remains low in location and duration of dominant lake effect bands across Marquette County. SIDNAW - BRUCE CROSSING UPDATE via Sno Valley Riders Snowmobile Club >> We will start packing down our trail system from Trout Creek east to Sidnaw and north to the South Laird road today, December 1st. IRONWOOD / WESTERN U.P. UPDATE via Gogebic Range Trail Authority - ORV & Snowmobile Club >> We will start rolling in the trails in the morning to see what we're dealing with along the trails. Snow depths differ from place to place. Will give an update on the conditions then. #ironwood #westernup Thank you for all your work! Be Safe 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻✌🏼 WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> After a brief reprieve in the east-central UP today, NW lake effect snow will pick up again overnight, backing to the NNW snowbelts Sunday. Dangerous travel conditions are expected under the strongest snowbands. Come late Sunday into Monday, heavy lake effect snow could move into the central UP, however, confidence still remains low on where the greatest snow will fall, especially in the Marquette area. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaAfter a brief reprieve in the east-central UP today, NW lake effect snow will pick up again overnight, backing to the NNW snowbelts Sunday. Dangerous travel conditions are expected under the strongest snowbands. Come late Sunday into Monday, heavy lake effect snow could move into the central UP, however, confidence still remains low on where the greatest snow will fall, especially in the Marquette area. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Here are a handful of snowfall reports from the last 72 hours. Areas of Alger and Gogebic counties have so far received close to or over 2ft of snow as heavy lake effect bands remained nearly stationary. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Persistent northwest flow over Lake Superior will continue moderate to heavy lake effect snow across the northwest wind snow belts through the weekend. Please continue to exercise caution if traveling through these areas. Less snowfall is expected across the central UP and nearshore Marquette area where lake effect snow bands are not favored to set up. Sunday, winds are expected to back to the north-northwest, potentially favoring accumulating lake effect snow in the central UP. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaPersistent northwest flow over Lake Superior will continue moderate to heavy lake effect snow across the northwest wind snow belts through the weekend. Please continue to exercise caution if traveling through these areas. Less snowfall is expected across the central UP and nearshore Marquette area where lake effect snow bands are not favored to set up. Sunday, winds are expected to back to the north-northwest, potentially favoring accumulating lake effect snow in the central UP. ONTONAGON AREA UPDATE via Scott's Superior Inn and Cabins >> ❄️ Winter Wonderland Alert! ❄️ How do we find out when the trails are open???thanks <> Latest Trail Reports – Quick Links <>Gogebic Area Grooming on Facebook
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As lake effect snow persists through the day, snow accumulations near 2-4" are possible, less near the lakeshores, and locally higher 10-12" are possible in western Alger and northern Delta counties.
Lake effect snow finally begins to taper off Tuesday before a clipper system brings widespread light snow late into Wednesday.
See possible snowfall accumulation through Monday evening here: www.weather.gov/mqt/winter #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaNorth-northwest lake effect snow continues overnight before backing to the north wind snowbelts early Monday morning. Confidence is increasing that a heavy snowband will move into the central U.P. during the morning commute hours Monday. Take it slow on ice and snow!
As lake effect snow persists through the day, snow accumulations near 2-4" are possible, less near the lakeshores, and locally higher 10-12" are possible in western Alger and northern Delta counties.
Lake effect snow finally begins to taper off Tuesday before a clipper system brings widespread light snow late into Wednesday.
See possible snowfall accumulation through Monday evening here: www.weather.gov/mqt/winter 
We also rolled trail 8 up to trail 11, and back down to trail 2. Again snow depth varies.
Across all trails there are still exposed rocks and wet spots.
At this time we do not recommend riding.
We will keep you updated as trail conditions improve! #ironwood #westernup
The west end of our trail is still a little thin on snow so it will have to wait a while.
If anyone rides north from Bruce Crossing to Rockland be aware of wet areas.
What a difference a year makes! #sidnaw #westernup
Continue sending your snowfall reports! #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea*This is not a complete list*
Here are a handful of snowfall reports from the last 72 hours. Areas of Alger and Gogebic counties have so far received close to or over 2ft of snow as heavy lake effect bands remained nearly stationary.
Continue sending your snowfall reports! #906wx #MIwx
The snow has officially arrived, and Mother Nature has outdone herself—nearly 2 feet of fresh, powdery snow has blanketed the area, with even more in the forecast! 🌨️ If you’ve been dreaming of winter adventures, this is your sign!
We’re thrilled to share that some of the local Snowmobile Club are hard at work and has plans to begin setting the trails starting next week. 🛷 These early preparations are crucial to ensuring a smooth and enjoyable ride for everyone all season long.
🚨 A friendly reminder: During this critical trail-setting phase, we kindly ask all snowmobilers to hold off from using the trails until they’re officially ready. Riding on the trails too soon can make it challenging for the grooming process and affect the quality of the trails for the months to come. Let’s work together to kick off this season right!
We can’t wait to welcome you to this snowy paradise—whether you’re here for the trails, the views, or cozying up at Scott’s Superior Inn and Cabins, where Lake Superior is the perfect backdrop for your winter getaway.
Stay tuned for updates, and let the countdown to an epic snowmobiling season begin! ❄️✨ #snowphotos #ontonagon #westernup❄️ Winter Wonderland Alert! ❄️
The snow has officially arrived, and Mother Nature has outdone herself—nearly 2 feet of fresh, powdery snow has blanketed the area, with even more in the forecast! 🌨️ If you’ve been dreaming of winter adventures, this is your sign!
We’re thrilled to share that some of the local Snowmobile Club are hard at work and has plans to begin setting the trails starting next week. 🛷 These early preparations are crucial to ensuring a smooth and enjoyable ride for everyone all season long.
🚨 A friendly reminder: During this critical trail-setting phase, we kindly ask all snowmobilers to hold off from using the trails until they’re officially ready. Riding on the trails too soon can make it challenging for the grooming process and affect the quality of the trails for the months to come. Let’s work together to kick off this season right!
We can’t wait to welcome you to this snowy paradise—whether you’re here for the trails, the views, or cozying up at Scott’s Superior Inn and Cabins, where Lake Superior is the perfect backdrop for your winter getaway.
Stay tuned for updates, and let the countdown to an epic snowmobiling season begin! ❄️✨
#WinterAdventures #SnowmobileSeason #UpperPeninsula #LakeSuperior