Reports Archive - Snowtracks

Trail Report – : Lac du Flambeau, Wisconsin – January 11, 2026

Reporter:mcpossin
Trail Conditions: Good
Snow Cover: good
Date of Report: January 11, 2026
Area Report:

First, with the larger groomer down and off to repair, the Northern Hornshoe Trails club extends a huge thank you to James, a groomer from Mercer Area Snogoers who spent 16 hours overnight on Saturday/Sunday to groom Trail 17. Wow, just wow. This is what the snowmobile community is all about!

With the recent warm up & rain Thursday all of our trails have held up well & didn’t lose a lot of base though we got almost none of the 1-3″ predicted snow over this weekend. The roads have lost the snow pack & ice in most places. Slushy lakes have smoothed out & froze down. Advise staying near the markers & not wonder off or you may find yourself in pockets of slush.

Fence lake is still not marked & wont be until we get more cold temps. Be cautious out there. Remember to stay right & 55 at night.

Trail Report – : Conover, Wisconsin – January 11, 2026

Reporter:snobuddies

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 8-10”

Date of Report: January 11, 2026

Area Report:

We groomed most of our trails last night. Judging by the moguls, there was a lot of traffic on the trails Saturday. But traffic was little to none after 8pm which helped us to groom it out and allow the trails to freeze in.

Keep in mind that there might be low hanging branches on the trail. We have cleared quite a few, and other clubs are reporting the same.

Thank you to all that stopped by at the Trailside Roast on Saturday. It was a great day!

Watch out for the large ice heave on North Twin Lake. It is marked with signs, barrels, and green flashing beacons. Please slow down and cross next to the barrels.

News and Reports:

UPCOMING EVENTS

Dec. 22 – Feb 27 – 7th Annual Poker Run

Feb. 15 – Dublin’s Mimosa Breakfast Fundraiser

Feb. 28 – Poker Run Draw Party, 1-4, Twin Lake Pub

Mar. 7 – Groom-to-Ride Raffle Draw Party, 11-2, Derby Track

Mar.17 – St. Paddy’s Day Dinner, Club 45

MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS

Jan. 13 – Burnt Bridge

Feb. 10 – Twin Lake Pub

Mar. 10 – Bauer’s Dam

Snowmobile Information:

Check out our clothing, merchandise, raffle tickets and more on our website https://conoversnobuddies.com/shop

To see where the Groomer is at, check out Groomer Tracker Half the cost of the app comes back to Conover Sno-Buddies to support grooming operations.

Trail Report – : Eagle River, Wisconsin – January 11, 2026

Reporter:Holly t

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Snow Cover: 5+ inches hard frozen base covered with average 10-12″+ SNOW

Date of Report: January 11, 2026

Area Report:

1/11/2026 – am 6:45am – 21 degrees – High 24

SNO-EAGLES
EAGLE RIVER TRAILS
Very Good to Excellent
Frozen Icy Base
With plenty SNOW
IMPORTANT NOTICE BELOW!

As you ride should you come across any issues pleased call Dan at 262.951.6519.
All in all trails are Very Good

Yep SNOW yesterday morning not much about 1/2 inch. Light SNOW again this afternoon. Looks to be about another 1/2 inch. SNOW Tuesday and off & on all week. Another pop up into the 30’s Monday & Tuesday but single digit or low teens at night. From there on teens of low 20’s during the day & cold at night. SNOW off on through this week.

GTS Tracking shows groomers out in full force last night. 3 trail sections were NOT groomed:

Trail 70 that goes west to St. Germain that runs along Hwy 70W
Trail 7 aka the Paintball Field that heads west to Sugar Camp
Trail 13S that head south to Sugar Camp along Hwy 17
Trail 1 that runs to the Eagle Lake Boat launch coming from the north

Couple of notices:

Reminder that Trail 13S does not run all the way to Three Lakes as a portion was closed. Club is working on a re route.

Trail 10/13 the section call the Wisconsin River Bridge has been TEMPORARILY CLOSED. Heavy slush at the approaches & water on top of the ice. This begins at Trail 3N west to Trail 13 at Deep Lake Rd. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RIDE THROUGH THERE. THE AREA IS GATED OFF.

Vintage Derby Weekend so expect more traffic as you ride.

Eagle Lake was marked by businesses. Safety lights at entrance & exit from/to the lake trail have been installed.

Catfish Lake is NOT MARKED. Uncertain it will open as there are no businesses open on the lake this winter.

Have been a few changes to the 2025-2026 Sno-Eagles map. Right click on photo to enlarge

With the wet SNOW could be low hanging branches or trees down so be aware & if possible report to Dan, Sno-Eagles Trail Boss at 262.951.6519

Think Cold! Keep DANCIN’!
See ya on the trails!

Holly Tomlanovich
Sno-Eagles Snowmobile Club

News and Reports:

SNO-EAGLES & EAGLE RIVER EVENTS – Everyone & Anyone Welcome – Member or Non Member – Check out www.snoeagles.org for more details. Click Events

January 2, 2026 – BOD meeting 6 pm @ Veterans Resource Center – Closed Session
January 8-11, 2026 – Concession at the 25th Vintage World Championship Snowmobile Races @ WCDC
January 18-20, 2026 – Weekday away – Mercer WI – Reservations
January 22, 2026 – General Meeting 7 pm @ Veterans Resource Center
January 29 – February 1, 2026 – USA Hockey Pond Hockey National Championships
February 3, 2026 – BOD meeting 6 pm @ Veterans Resource Center – Closed Session
February 19, 2026 – General Meeting 7 pm @ Veterans Resource Center
March 3, 2026 – BOD meeting 6 pm @ Veterans Resource Center – Closed Session
March 7, 2026 – Groom to Ride @ WCDC – Drawing at 2pm
March 19, 2026 – General Meeting 7 pm @ Veterans Resource Center

Snowmobile Information:

Wisconsin Snowmobile Registration
Discount Trail Pass for Snowmobile Club Members – $10 – Time to join a club!
Standard Wisconsin Trail Pass – $30
Out of State Trail Pass – $50
Vilas County Map It Trail App GPS style app of all trails in Vilas Cty. Plus includes the brown 3 digit emergency numbering system. If an emergency happens call 911 & give them that number. Find you quicker.
Groomer Tracking Systems (GTS) Gives you trails groomed in last 24, 48 & 96 hours

Trail Report – : Sayner, Wisconsin – January 10, 2026

Reporter:SaynerStar Lake Barnstormers

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: Varies

Date of Report: January 10, 2026

Area Report:

The weather was interesting this past week. There were three days of above zero temps and combinations of rain, sleet, and snow. Fortunately, our trails held up better than anticipated. We ended up with only an inch of new snow in Sayner, with up to 4″ just a bit to our east.

We will continue to groom nightly for the foreseeable future, unless weather dictates otherwise.

There does not appear to be any significant snow, other than an inch here & there, for the next week. There are many big events in the next few weeks, which will mean heavy traffic. Of course, we will do our best to keep the trails as smooth as possible. Additional snow would sure be helpful!

Remember, if you aren’t able to keep your sled on your side of the trail, you’re going too fast and putting the safety of others at risk! You can drive too slow many times, but you may only drive too fast once! SAFETY TRUMPS EGO!

Ride RIght & Ride Safe!

Mark your calendars for these upcoming Barnstormer events:

Saturday, January 17 – Breakfast at Stillwaters from 8:00 – 11:00.

Saturday, February 7 – Chili dump at The Murm from 2:00 – 5:00.

Sunday, February 15 – Pizza fundraiser at Hillside Tavern from 4:00 – 8:00.

Saturday, March 14 – Drawing for Snowmobile Raffle at Sayner Pub at 5:00!

Trail Report – : Eagle River, Wisconsin – January 10, 2026

Reporter:Holly t

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Snow Cover: 5+ inches hard frozen bae covered with 10-12″+ SNOW

Date of Report: January 10, 2026

Area Report:

1/10/2026 – 7:30am – 25 degrees – High 26

SNO-EAGLES
EAGLE RIVER TRAILS
Very Good to Excellent
Frozen Icy Base
More New SNOW

As you ride should you come across any issues please call Dan at 262.951.6519.
All in all trails are Very Good

SNOW again this morning. Light SNOW off & on all day today. Maybe 1-2 new inches. SNOW forecast off & on for the next 5 days.

GTS Tracking shows groomers out in full force last night. Looks like the entire system was groomed. Unsure on Trail 1 that heads to Eagle Lake & Trail 10E that connects with the Three Lakes-Brule River Trails. Did notice that 10E has some set bumps due to high traffic. Reminder that Trail 13S does not run all the way to Three Lakes as a portion was closed. Club is working on a re route.

Vintage Derby Weekend so expect more traffic as you ride. You can ride your sled & park with easy access to the track. Great racing yesterday! More vintage racing again today & tomorrow!

Eagle Lake was marked by businesses. Safety lights at entrance & exit from/to the lake trail have been installed.

Catfish Lake is NOT MARKED. Uncertain it will open as there are no businesses open on the lake this winter.

Have been a few changes to the 2025-2026 Sno-Eagles map. Right click on photo to enlarge

With the wet SNOW could be low hanging branches or trees down so be aware & if possible report to Dan, Sno-Eagles Trail Boss at 262.951.6519

Lots of Snowmobile Club events in Vilas County this weekend. Check out the other Vilas reports for all the other events!!

Think Cold! Keep DANCIN’!

See ya on the trails or maybe at the VINTAGE RACES!

Holly Tomlanovich
Sno-Eagles Snowmobile Club
Proud Groomers of THE SNOWMOBILE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD® – Eagle River
Remember……Wherever you are RIDE RIGHT & SLOW DOWN

News and Reports:

SNO-EAGLES & EAGLE RIVER EVENTS – Everyone & Anyone Welcome – Member or Non Member – Check out www.snoeagles.org for more details. Click Events

January 2, 2026 – BOD meeting 6 pm @ Veterans Resource Center – Closed Session
January 8-11, 2026 – Concession at the 25th Vintage World Championship Snowmobile Races @ WCDC
January 18-20, 2026 – Weekday away – Mercer WI – Reservations
January 22, 2026 – General Meeting 7 pm @ Veterans Resource Center
January 29 – February 1, 2026 – USA Hockey Pond Hockey National Championships
February 3, 2026 – BOD meeting 6 pm @ Veterans Resource Center – Closed Session
February 19, 2026 – General Meeting 7 pm @ Veterans Resource Center
March 3, 2026 – BOD meeting 6 pm @ Veterans Resource Center – Closed Session
March 7, 2026 – Groom to Ride @ WCDC – Drawing at 2pm
March 19, 2026 – General Meeting 7 pm @ Veterans Resource Center

Snowmobile Information:

Trail Report – : Land O’ Lakes, Wisconsin – January 9, 2026

Reporter:Phil

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 20 inches ish

Date of Report: January 9, 2026

Area Report:

Regular Grooming Schedule Resumes Tonight! Temps are cooling down and the 4-5 inches of wet heavy snow was welcomed. The 60 downed trees on Frosty Club Trails and the the loss of power was not.

News and Reports:

Sat January 17—-Meat Raffle at Brews Pub!

Sunday Jan 18 Comedy Night at the Gateway. Doors open at 5:30. Starts at 6PM Call Lynn at the Gateway or Phil for Tix at 715 547 3684

Snowmobile Information:

Ride Today and Work When You have To!

Please STAY ON the marked Trails

Trail Report – : Dickinson County, Michigan – January 9, 2026

Reporter:msertich7751

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: Around 10 Inches

Date of Report: January 9, 2026

Area Report:

Trails are open and were groomed each day until the warm weather arrived.Trails are still in good condition and grooming will start again on this next Wednesday.Some swamps are not groomed,but,snowmobiles can easily pass. THINK SNOW!!!

Trail Report – : Spooner and Washburn County, Wisconsin – January 9, 2026

Reporter:Washburn County

Trail Conditions: Fair

Snow Cover: 6 – 8″ Base

Date of Report: January 9, 2026

Area Report:

All Washburn County snowmobile trails are officially open for the season. Even with recent warmer temps and minimal rainfall, the trails remain in fair to good condition across the county. The snow base varies from 6 to 8 inches. If you encounter any trail issues such as downed trees, limbs, or debris, please report them to Washburn County Forestry at 715-635-4490.

Please be advised that on 1/1/2026 there was an incident on Long Lake, off of the boat landing on Blackhawk Road. The ice conditions at this time are very poor and a snowmobile broke through the ice at this location while out riding. At this time no trail route is marked out on Long Lake. The County does not have jurisdiction on Long Lake and is not responsible for marking out a trail across the lake, even though certain sections of Washburn County Snowmobile trails lead to accessing Long Lake, Washburn County Forestry does not maintain anything past the high ground point. Please use caution if you are out on any lake as they are not yet 100% safe.

Remember that grooming and maintenance activities continue throughout the season. Use caution while riding, watch for trail equipment, and enjoy the trails responsibly.

Trail Report – : Spooner and Washburn County, Wisconsin – January 9, 2026

Reporter:Washburn County

Trail Conditions: Fair

Snow Cover: 4-6″ Packed Base

Date of Report: January 9, 2026

Area Report:

All Washburn County snowmobile trails are officially open for the season. Even with recent warmer temps and minimal rainfall, the trails remain in fair to good condition across the county. The snow base varies from 4 to 6 inches. If you encounter any trail issues such as downed trees, limbs, or debris, please report them to Washburn County Forestry at 715-635-4490.

Remember that grooming and maintenance activities continue throughout the season. Use caution while riding, watch for trail equipment, and enjoy the trails responsibly.

Trail Report – : Hayward / Sawyer County, Wisconsin – January 9, 2026

Reporter:haywardlakes

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 6-8

Date of Report: January 9, 2026

Area Report:

This week we had some warmer temps and some rain last night. The good news is that most grooming will resume over the weekend now that temperatures will drop again. We had a great start to the season with quality snow, so we have a good base to work with despite the warmer conditions. While the trails got soft this week and did take a bit of a hit, the overall reports from riders are the trails are still good especially to the north. Trails in the woods have been most protected and the groomers deciding to stay off until it freezes was helpful. The county and town roads have had maintenance this week after the holiday so they have scraped them down so if you are on a section of road to get from point A to point B do stay far to the right and try to catch some of that snow on the edge. Trails that run parallel with highways are also mostly still snow covered but dirty with the road clean up and some berms to the side from the plow spray, groomers will clean that up as they go out. Groomers will also pull that side snow in and fill where they can. Lakes are fairly smooth but have some of that crunchy surfaces, so ride carefully not to hit a hard drift. If you are doing a lot of lake riding, especially without scratchers be sure to find loose snow to keep your machine cool.

Trails in the south east of the county are more exposed and took the weather a bit harder so those groomers will hold off until we get more snow.

There is some snow in the forecast for Saturday, it’s always hard to predict with varying reports, some say an inch at best and some say up to 4”, so yet to be seen, keep up those snow dances!

To summarize, riders are reporting the trails held up good, specifically in the woods and to the north. Most groomers in the county will be back out tonight and tomorrow. Lakes are good but expect icy conditions. So if you’re wondering if you should ride the riders we have talked to, report that they are happy with the conditions but of course, it is a decision for each individual rider.