Keweenaw Peninsula Trail Report – 12/23
KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Snowmobile Club – 12/23 Happy Blizzard Friday! The snow and wind have kicked into high gear within our trail system. Below is a wrap up of conditions: Trail 3 from Toivola to Copper Harbor, Trail 17 from Hancock to Calumet, Trail 134, High Rock Spur (see below) and Trail 132 have all groomed. There are small water spots on all trails so ride with caution! ⚠️ Logging is complete on Trail 132, but continues on the shared portion of Trail 3. As mentioned before, mind the speed limit and yield to any logging traffic! Trail 124 and Trail 133 will likely be opened Tuesday December 27th. Finally some great news, the Trail 122 reroute has been approved! However, Trail 122 will be closed until logging is complete mid to late January. More updates to come! Stay safe out there if riding during the storm, the wind and snow have created whiteout conditions and drifts across almost our entire system. Grooming is on pause until the storm passes, safety of our team is number 1. KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports – 12/23 Did you ride anywhere yesterday? <> <> <> <> Keweenaw Trail Reports on Facebook >>>> <> KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Western UP Trail Reports >> Gassed up and ready to ride. So stop saying it's over when it's not over yet. Lol Northern Mn The lynx found some stuck Nice!! WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Here's a map of observed snow totals from the recent storm. Snow totals ranged from little to nothing along the Superior shoreline due to the warm lake temperatures, to 2 feet plus in the higher terrain of Marquette and Baraga Counties. Thank you to everyone who submitted reports! WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> The spring storm system weakens as it departs from the region today. Additional accumulations are expected around 1 to 4 inches, mainly in the high terrain of north central Upper Michigan. Dry and pleasant weather is on the way this weekend with temperatures trending to above normal by early next week. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaThe spring storm system weakens as it departs from the region today. Additional accumulations are expected around 1 to 4 inches, mainly in the high terrain of north central Upper Michigan. Dry and pleasant weather is on the way this weekend with temperatures trending to above normal by early next week. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> The ongoing spring storm will bring an additional 6-8" of wet snow to the Marquette and Baraga county highlands overnight tonight through Thursday morning. Travel could be tricky on unplowed roads or where blowing snow causes low visibility. Snow begins to taper off Thursday afternoon. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaThe ongoing spring storm will bring an additional 6-8" of wet snow to the Marquette and Baraga county highlands overnight tonight through Thursday morning. Travel could be tricky on unplowed roads or where blowing snow causes low visibility. Snow begins to taper off Thursday afternoon. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> The strong storm continues through tonight, bringing a combination of high winds and heavy wet snow. Marquette and Baraga counties remain under Blizzard Warnings with Winter Storm Warnings elsewhere. Widespread 20 to 25 mph winds with gusts up to 35 to 45 mph are expected across Upper Michigan. Gusts as high as 50 to 55 mph are possible along Lake Superior and in the Keweenaw. Widespread 4 to 12 inches of snow is expected, lowest in the east. Snow amounts in excess of 1 to 2 feet are expected across the high terrain of Marquette and Baraga Counties into Thursday morning. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea***Blizzard Warnings have expired*** Are trail gates closed on Trail 5 from Champion up to Big Bay and other trails around there or can we still sneak out? With this much snow, we can probably can’t see the gates! Lol. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Winter Storm and Blizzard Warnings have been issued! Blizzard warnings are in effect for Baraga and Marquette Counties. Heavy wet snow will arrive later tonight into Thursday morning as a low pressure system lifts into the Great Lakes. Strong northerly winds are expected and blowing snow is likely. Widespread 8-12 inches are forecast; higher amounts in excess of 2 feet are forecast across the higher terrain of Marquette and Baraga Counties into Thursday morning. Note: A sharp gradient in snow totals is expected just inland from the Great Lake-especially along the Lake Superior shoreline in Baraga and Marquette Counties. Wet snow combined with strong northerly winds may cause sporadic power outages. A prolonged mix of rain and snow will enable lower snow totals over the eastern sections of the U.P. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea WINTER STORM WEATHER UPDATE via TV6 & FOX UP >> WINTER STORM UPDATE: Rain/snow begins moving into the Southern counties this afternoon. It becomes widespread wet snow tonight through tomorrow. You can expect sloppy roads and strong winds. For more impacts and the timeline check out the video... #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaWINTER STORM UPDATE: Rain/snow begins moving into the Southern counties this afternoon. It becomes widespread wet snow tonight through tomorrow. You can expect sloppy roads and strong winds. For more impacts and the timeline check out the video. Too little too late isn't it? Eric Owen Michael Sirianni WINTER STORM WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Winter Storm Warnings have been issued! Heavy wet snow is expected tonight into Thursday morning as a low pressure system lifts into the Great Lakes. Widespread 8-12 inches are forecast; higher amounts in excess of 1-2 feet are forecast across the high terrain of Marquette and Baraga Counties into Thursday morning. Note: A sharp gradient in snow totals is expected between the lower amounts (up to a foot or more near Marquette County lakeshores) and the heavier accumulations in the higher terrain of the west. Widespread 20 to 25 mph winds with gusts up to 35 to 45 mph are expected across Upper Michigan. Gusts as high as 50 to 55 mph are possible along Lake Superior and in the Keweenaw causing blowing snow and reducing visibilities. Wet snow combined with strong winds may cause sporadic power outages. Continue to monitor the forecast for changes. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsarea Go figure after sled season is over and my truck goes in the shop WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Mostly cloudy skies will prevail into early next week with a few chances for rain and snow showers across the east today and central/southeast Tuesday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaMostly cloudy skies will prevail into early next week with a few chances for rain and snow showers across the east today and central/southeast Tuesday. WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Light snow continues to spread eastward this morning, but will end from west to east through the afternoon hours with most of the area having picked up around 1 to 2 inches of snow. Some freezing rain is possible along the MI/WI state line, potentially leading to slippery roadways. Expect highs in the 30s to lower 40s. Skies stay cloudy the rest of the weekend, though temperatures should come in slightly warmer on Sunday. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaLight snow continues to spread eastward this morning, but will end from west to east through the afternoon hours with most of the area having picked up around 1 to 2 inches of snow. Some freezing rain is possible along the MI/WI state line, potentially leading to slippery roadways. Expect highs in the 30s to lower 40s. Skies stay cloudy the rest of the weekend, though temperatures should come in slightly warmer on Sunday. KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports >> What is YOUR average miles riding, each season and how many will you end up with this season? WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Temperatures turn warmer today compared to the last couple of days with highs generally ranging in the 40s under sunny skies. Temperatures should stay in the 30s closer to the Superior shoreline. These pleasant conditions will be short-lived though as another round of snow moves in tonight through Saturday along with cooler temperatures. There is a chance for some pockets of freezing rain along the WI/MI border. Snow comes to an end Saturday evening, but clouds hang on for Sunday. Expect total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Use caution if driving, slippery roads possible late tonight through Saturday morning. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaTemperatures turn warmer today compared to the last couple of days with highs generally ranging in the 40s under sunny skies. Temperatures should stay in the 30s closer to the Superior shoreline. These pleasant conditions will be short-lived though as another round of snow moves in tonight through Saturday along with cooler temperatures. There is a chance for some pockets of freezing rain along the WI/MI border. Snow comes to an end Saturday evening, but clouds hang on for Sunday. Expect total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Use caution if driving, slippery roads possible late tonight through Saturday morning. KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Fletchy’s Otter Belly Lodge >> Where was this snow all year? I am not kidding these are the best trails I have rode all year! Well over a foot of snow has fallen in the Keweenaw! Check out our live video as well! Seth Bosch KEWEENAW PENINSULA UPDATE via Keweenaw Trail Reports >> Chasing snow has definitely been the norm this season and you had to be ready to leave with a moments notice. We can all hope next year will be nothing like this year! WEATHER UPDATE via US National Weather Service Marquette Michigan >> Lake effect snow will gradually taper off late this afternoon across the Copper Country. Nonetheless, an additional 2 to 4 inches will be possible until then with low visibility in blowing snow. Next chance for widespread precipitation follows Friday night into Saturday. <> Latest Trail Reports – Quick Links <>
High Rock Spur is Caution Taped Off, there are many water spots and areas that need a bit more attention, planning to get it fully opened next week. If you choose to ride, please use an abundance of caution in this area! ⚠️
Zach Tusek shared this photo and said, “We rode from houghton to copper yesterday and it was the best riding I’ve had in years. Put on 125 miles on amazing trails, very low traffic.”
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☠️ Stretch #keweenaw #snowphotosGassed up and ready to ride. So stop saying it's over when it's not over yet. Lol
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Text listing of reports: mesonet.agron.iastate.edu/wx/afos/p.php... #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #soo #straitsareaHere's a map of observed snow totals from the recent storm. Snow totals ranged from little to nothing along the Superior shoreline due to the warm lake temperatures, to 2 feet plus in the higher terrain of Marquette and Baraga Counties. Thank you to everyone who submitted reports!
Text listing of reports: mesonet.agron.iastate.edu/wx/afos/p.php?pil=PNSMQT&e=202404041634
The strong storm continues through tonight, bringing a combination of high winds and heavy wet snow. Marquette and Baraga counties remain under Blizzard Warnings with Winter Storm Warnings elsewhere. Widespread 20 to 25 mph winds with gusts up to 35 to 45 mph are expected across Upper Michigan. Gusts as high as 50 to 55 mph are possible along Lake Superior and in the Keweenaw. Widespread 4 to 12 inches of snow is expected, lowest in the east. Snow amounts in excess of 1 to 2 feet are expected across the high terrain of Marquette and Baraga Counties into Thursday morning. #906wx #MIwx
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Less than 15 hours ago Ryan Bennet decided there wasn’t chance he was missing out on a little end of the season throttle therapy. Ryan arrived at Krupps Resortearly this morning after the long drive from Crntral Illinois, slept for a little bit and then hit the trail early.
Ryan is a long time rider of the Keweenaw and usually shares full reviews of his rides so others can see current conditions. In typical winters Ryan will log a LARGE amount of miles for a season along with high mileage days. In the 2021/22 season Ryan put on over 5200 miles and a 377 mile single day is not completely unusual for him!
This trip will definitely create a bit of a challenge for him in regards to be able to ride a usual and typical amount of miles as the Portage Lake Lift Bridge was closed prior to the season ending. This means Ryan was not able to head north into the Keweenaw this morning. Trail conditions took a pretty big hit further south yesterday, with the warm temps and sun, this will limit his mileage, along with the fact that trail 13 is closed.
Early this morning Ryan headed from Krupp’s to Houghton and shared a photo of the bridge and canal. Ryan said, “Made it from Krupps to Houghton and back, Trail 3 is fair to good, excellent late season conditions for not grooming!”
Thanks for sharing Ryan, we look forward to hearing how the rest of your day goes! Enjoy! #keweenaw #snowphotos
We have rooms for $90 a night! No excuses!! #keweenaw #snowphotos
‘Snownlyfans’ decided yesterday to chase some snow himself, from Sebewaing to Mass City - an 8 hour drive! After arriving last night at Adventure Motel, Snownlyfans got started early this morning and rode from Mass City to Houghton, Houghton to Sidnaw and back to Mass City! He already has 195 miles on today. Snownlyfans shared some photos and comments on riding. He said, “Can’t tell you his much snow I was pushing with my bumper from Mass City to Krupp's Mini Mart, but it’s DEEP! Continued up to the South Range Pub, but it was closed 😩 Rode up to Houghton and then back south. Tried to ride into Sidnaw but unfortunately some of the trail was plowed. Oh well…..195 mile day!”
Thanks for sharing Snownlyfans! Glad you were able to get some throttle therapy in!
Note: please see posts from earlier today detailing information for riders and other reports from riders! #keweenaw #snowphotos
If you measured snow this morning, please let us know how much snow fell at your location. If you have the time period over which the accumulation occurred, include that as well. Thanks. #miweather #keweenaw #westernup #marquette #munising #seney #newberry #sooLake effect snow will gradually taper off late this afternoon across the Copper Country. Nonetheless, an additional 2 to 4 inches will be possible until then with low visibility in blowing snow. Next chance for widespread precipitation follows Friday night into Saturday.
If you measured snow this morning, please let us know how much snow fell at your location. If you have the time period over which the accumulation occurred, include that as well. Thanks.