Sault Ste. Marie Area Trail Report – 12/29
SAULT STE. MARIE UPDATE via Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association – 12/29 12/29 afternoon update- hopefully this is the worst it’s going to get. Trail 8 at 20th St in the Soo. No bare spots, solid ice with some slush on top. Just wanted to give a visual. Still a small threat of rain tonight, then changing over to snow. We know that the swamps on 49 and on part of the city trails, especially behind Kewadin will be very, very wet. Even when snow returns, those are going to need more time and cold. Please stay off of those for your own safety! 480, 472, 889, 8, and 494 likely faired the best in this warm up. Thank you to our incredible operators for the work they put in to build such a great base. It’s paying off in the high ground areas for sure! <> 12/29-we’re almost out of it! Now, rain switches over to snow overnight tonight🤞 The Open Snow app shows up to 15” in the next 10 days. It’s been pretty darn accurate so far this season, so let’s hope it is this time too! Lake Effect snow is really difficult to predict totals, so who knows what we’ll end up with. Temps are definitely encouraging, and we know Lake Superior is wide open and warm. Just need the NW winds to cooperate. As always, I’ll keep you posted! <> <> Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association Facebook Page <> WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Gaylord Michigan >> Northwest flow lake effect snow showers will begin to pick up in intensity starting as early as Wednesday morning, and particularly into Wednesday night across the eastern UP. Parts of Chippewa county could pick up 3-5 inches of snow or locally a little more by the Thursday morning commute. Dramatic changes in conditions in and out of snowbands will be possible, so be sure to take it easy out there. #miweather #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey #soo #newberryNorthwest flow lake effect snow showers will begin to pick up in intensity starting as early as Wednesday morning, and particularly into Wednesday night across the eastern UP. Parts of Chippewa county could pick up 3-5 inches of snow or locally a little more by the Thursday morning commute. Dramatic changes in conditions in and out of snowbands will be possible, so be sure to take it easy out there. SAULT STE. MARIE AREA UPDATE via Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association >> 12/31- finally seeing cooler temps and light snow this morning, even though none was forecasted for today. News stations are starting to report that we should see measurable snow by Thursday in the 6-8” range. All indications are that that our base survived, but obviously we have not been on every single part of each trail. We know that 49 south of the Soo and the city trails from Kewadin to Ashmun will be very wet and we are continuing to advise that you stay out of both areas, even after the snow comes, until we can assess those areas. We can’t roll groomers until there is measurable fresh snow to groom, and even then we’ll likely let sleds pack it down first to preserve it. I can tell you that they were flat as heck before the warm up, so my hope is that they still are. I read 8” left here on my snow gauge in the Soo. The woods have more. When I looked at trail 8 yesterday, I’d say there’s easily a 4-5” ice base. We’ll keep you posted! Where can I buy that snow meter? WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Light lake-effect snow showers will persist in the northwest wind snow belts through this afternoon. Then attention turns to a quick-hitting system that will spread snow across Upper Michigan tonight but only accumulate a couple of inches. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaLight lake-effect snow showers will persist in the northwest wind snow belts through this afternoon. Then attention turns to a quick-hitting system that will spread snow across Upper Michigan tonight but only accumulate a couple of inches. #906wx #miwx WEATHER UPDATE via TV6 & FOX UP >> FIRST ALERT: A snowy pattern is ahead to start 2025. Lake effect snow showers develops tomorrow with rounds more continuing into the weekend. Snow projections by Friday will be around a foot for some higher elevations. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaFIRST ALERT: A snowy pattern is ahead to start 2025. Lake effect snow showers develops tomorrow with rounds more continuing into the weekend. Snow projections by Friday will be around a foot for some higher elevations. Misty Fagan Shawn Winkler Brian McIntosh. Here we go! WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Patchy drizzle is expected over eastern Upper MI today, mainly this morning, and there will be patchy fog over western Upper MI during the morning. Otherwise, attention turns toward colder weather that will arrive to start the New Year. Plan on lake effect snow showers under west to northwest winds beginning late Tuesday and continuing through the end of the week. Looking farther ahead, below normal temperatures will be setting in for the first 2 weeks of January. So, while there are currently no indications for any winter storms to affect Upper Michigan, lake effect snow showers off of Lake Superior will be persistent. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaPatchy drizzle is expected over eastern Upper MI today, mainly this morning, and there will be patchy fog over western Upper MI during the morning. Otherwise, attention turns toward colder weather that will arrive to start the New Year. Plan on lake effect snow showers under west to northwest winds beginning late Tuesday and continuing through the end of the week. Looking farther ahead, below normal temperatures will be setting in for the first 2 weeks of January. So, while there are currently no indications for any winter storms to affect Upper Michigan, lake effect snow showers off of Lake Superior will be persistent. WEATHER UPDATE via Midwest Weather >> ~Significant Lake Effect Event Wednesday-Sunday~ Man I hope so yesterday we didn’t get any more new snow as predicted currently 34° Let's goooo. Ready to rip Saeed Baha don't argue with me Don Hofstetter Jr. Sean Nowakowski Zach Tusek Chris Vee Jerry Rohr Karl F Kridler Rob Altaffer Misty Fagan BE PREPARED, grab your diet cokes… WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Mild weather continues through Monday with light rain & snow in the far east UP. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaMild weather continues through Monday with light rain & snow in the far east UP. SAULT STE. MARIE AREA UPDATE via Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association >> 12/29 afternoon update- hopefully this is the worst it’s going to get. Trail 8 at 20th St in the Soo. No bare spots, solid ice with some slush on top. Just wanted to give a visual. Still a small threat of rain tonight, then changing over to snow. ARCTIC BLAST COMING IN JANUARY WEATHER UPDATE via Midwest Weather >> When I’m talking about polar air behind a potential winter storm after the 7th, I mean temperatures as low as 30 degrees below average. Consistent trend on this taking place with a favorable pattern. Wind chills will likely be -30 degrees or colder! #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey This content isn't available right now COLD TEMPS / LAKE EFFECT SNOW RETURNING WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> If heading out early this morning, be alert for slippery spots as wet pavement may have become icy in spots. Otherwise, mild weather will round out 2024 as high temperatures will be mainly in the 30s through New Year’s Eve day. Some light rain and snow is expected across the eastern U.P. tonight into Monday. Some light lake effect snow will then develop during New Year’s Eve night. A change in the pattern begins with the new year and that will send temperatures to mostly below normal during the first 2 weeks of January. With the colder weather, lake effect snow showers will return. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaIf heading out early this morning, be alert for slippery spots as wet pavement may have become icy in spots. Otherwise, mild weather will round out 2024 as high temperatures will be mainly in the 30s through New Year’s Eve day. Some light rain and snow is expected across the eastern U.P. tonight into Monday. Some light lake effect snow will then develop during New Year’s Eve night. A change in the pattern begins with the new year and that will send temperatures to mostly below normal during the first 2 weeks of January. With the colder weather, lake effect snow showers will return. SAULT STE. MARIE AREA UPDATE via Sault Ste. Marie Snowmobile Association >> 12/29-we’re almost out of it! Now, rain switches over to snow overnight tonight🤞 The Open Snow app shows up to 15” in the next 10 days. It’s been pretty darn accurate so far this season, so let’s hope it is this time too! Lake Effect snow is really difficult to predict totals, so who knows what we’ll end up with. Temps are definitely encouraging, and we know Lake Superior is wide open and warm. Just need the NW winds to cooperate. Sean Nowakowski Zach Tusek SAULT STE. MARIE AREA UPDATE via Old Soo Line Grade Lodge >> 12/28/24 - Trail 8 at Irish Line & Baune Rd crossing …. Holding up, little dirt coming through. This is just west of the lodge. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Dreary conditions continue tonight as light rain departs to the north and patchy fog develops overnight. Dry weather is expected for much of the UP through Sunday, however, there is a slight chance of rain/snow in the far east in the evening. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaDreary conditions continue tonight as light rain departs to the north and patchy fog develops overnight. Dry weather is expected for much of the UP through Sunday, however, there is a slight chance of rain/snow in the far east in the evening. <> Latest Trail Reports – Quick Links <>Postings From Regional Pages On Facebook
Have a safe and happy New Years Eve celebration everyone! Do your snow boogie! ❄️❄️❄️ #soo #snowphotos12/31- finally seeing cooler temps and light snow this morning, even though none was forecasted for today. News stations are starting to report that we should see measurable snow by Thursday in the 6-8” range. All indications are that that our base survived, but obviously we have not been on every single part of each trail. We know that 49 south of the Soo and the city trails from Kewadin to Ashmun will be very wet and we are continuing to advise that you stay out of both areas, even after the snow comes, until we can assess those areas. We can’t roll groomers until there is measurable fresh snow to groom, and even then we’ll likely let sleds pack it down first to preserve it. I can tell you that they were flat as heck before the warm up, so my hope is that they still are. I read 8” left here on my snow gauge in the Soo. The woods have more. When I looked at trail 8 yesterday, I’d say there’s easily a 4-5” ice base. We’ll keep you posted!
Have a safe and happy New Years Eve celebration everyone! Do your snow boogie! ❄️❄️❄️
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A rather significant lake effect event is expected for the second half of this week for areas along Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. Currently, the highest totals are expected in the eastern half of the UP but heavy snowfall is expected along Lake Michigan and the western third of the UP.. As usual, snowfall rates will sometimes near or exceed 1" an hour, making travel very difficult. Snowfall totals could be near 2' in some areas, but the exact location is still uncertain.
I'm talking to Micheal from Kryptonite Weather later today on the plan, but we are leaving Wednesday evening to be up there by Thursday morning. From there, haven't planned yet but looking like toward Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea #gaylord #cadillac #benzie #traversecity #petoskey~OUTDATED~
~Significant Lake Effect Event Wednesday-Sunday~
A rather significant lake effect event is expected for the second half of this week for areas along Lake Michigan and Lake Superior. Currently, the highest totals are expected in the eastern half of the UP but heavy snowfall is expected along Lake Michigan and the western third of the UP.. As usual, snowfall rates will sometimes near or exceed 1" an hour, making travel very difficult. Snowfall totals could be near 2' in some areas, but the exact location is still uncertain.
I'm talking to Micheal from Kryptonite Weather later today on the plan, but we are leaving Wednesday evening to be up there by Thursday morning. From there, haven't planned yet but looking like toward Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan.
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We know that the swamps on 49 and on part of the city trails, especially behind Kewadin will be very, very wet. Even when snow returns, those are going to need more time and cold. Please stay off of those for your own safety!
480, 472, 889, 8, and 494 likely faired the best in this warm up.
Thank you to our incredible operators for the work they put in to build such a great base. It’s paying off in the high ground areas for sure! #soo #snowphotos12/29 afternoon update- hopefully this is the worst it’s going to get. Trail 8 at 20th St in the Soo. No bare spots, solid ice with some slush on top. Just wanted to give a visual. Still a small threat of rain tonight, then changing over to snow.
We know that the swamps on 49 and on part of the city trails, especially behind Kewadin will be very, very wet. Even when snow returns, those are going to need more time and cold. Please stay off of those for your own safety!
480, 472, 889, 8, and 494 likely faired the best in this warm up.
Thank you to our incredible operators for the work they put in to build such a great base. It’s paying off in the high ground areas for sure!
As always, I’ll keep you posted! #soo
More snow please! #soo #snowphotos12/28/24 - Trail 8 at Irish Line & Baune Rd crossing …. Holding up, little dirt coming through. This is just west of the lodge.
More snow please!