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Trail Report – : Oconto County, Wisconsin – January 31, 2020

Reporter:Oconto County Tourism

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 6-8

Date of Report: January 31, 2020

Area Report:

Red Arrow Snowmobile ATV Club (Townsend) – 1/30/20

All of the trails will be freshly groomed throughout the weekend. All of our trails are in EXCELLENT RIDING CONDITION, except between intersections 510 & 512,

Paul Bunyan Riders Snowmobile Club (Lakewood) – 1/27/20

Groomers were out Sunday night. Took some doing getting them smoothed out after Sunday’s traffic in the warm weather. Still plenty of snow but it’s getting to warm before they set up. We will continue to groom nightly.

Chute Pond Snowmobile Club (Mountain) – 1/31/20

Chute Pond Snowmobile Club trails are open, groomed on a regular basis, and in good to very good condition on the NST (RR grade from Suring to INT#605) and all trails west of the NST. The wooded trails to Boulder Lake, Animal’s, the Mountain Lakes trail to Halfway Bar, and the 18 Corridor west of the NST are all in good to very good condition. The wooded trails east of the NST are in good to very good “early season” condition, which means there may be some bumps, dips, and ruts to deal with as the groomers continue to work on the trails. The 18 Corridor east of the NST is a nice ride all the way to Crooked Lake. Be aware of a water hole/icy spot between Nelligan Lake Rd and Crooked Lake- you’ll need to go around the edge of that spot.

NEW DETOUR: There is a new detour route from INT#447 that runs north and west and intersects with the 18 Corridor trail at Riverview Rd (shown in red). Thank you to the Towns of Mountain and Riverview for allowing the use of the unplowed town roads to complete this detour. The detour routes will be groomed and marked on Friday, January 31st.

Exceptions (see map): Trails that will remain closed indefinitely are from INT#451-INT#453 (from east of Hwy 32 behind the Junction to Jack Pine Rd), and from INT#447 north to the 18 Corridor trail near Cooked Lake (the northern pipeline trail). DO NOT ride the closed trails- they have not been cleared from the July wind storms because the swamps are still wet and have not allowed equipment to get in to work on those areas yet. The closed areas are tangles of fallen trees in a swampy area- you don’t want to go there.

Cautions for the entire season: Be aware that any off-trail riding- even to take one ski off to “grab a little loose snow”- could be dangerous. The July wind storms have devastated many areas of our forested trails, and there are many trees and limbs on the ground just off the edges of the groomed trails. Please stay safe- stay on the groomed trails. Riders are urged to reduce speed and ride with extra caution, as the forest and the trails look very different since the storm. There are numerous logging operations that will be ongoing throughout the season. Please use extra caution in these areas. No Chute Pond trails cross any lakes or rivers- use extreme caution on all frozen surfaces. You are encouraged to carry a portable hand saw if possible, since limbs and branches continue to fall onto and over the trails. Please- ride sober, stay to the right, and stay on the marked trails.

Bagley & Brazeau Joyriders – 1/28/20

The trails are getting soft due to the frost coming out of the ground, this week. We do have a good base. The trail to Suring is getting thin in spots but very ride able. The marshes and low areas still need time to freeze up, before we can groom, then maybe the end of next week. Where the trails are groomed they are good to very good condition. Pipeline is in fair condition due to ground getting soft. The groomers will be back on the trails all day Friday.

Gillett Sno ATV Riders – 1/27/20

Trails took a beating this weekend with a lot of traffic and the warm temperatures, we were not able to groom since Friday due to the warm temps. With the way that the weather looks staying below freezing the groomer will be out nightly to try and fix trails and have them set up for good weekday riding and going into next weekend. Please stay on trails and use caution as some trails have water that started to run onto trail near road crossings, Trails look to have held up nicely considering the warm weather.

Oconto Falls Sno-Jokers – 1/30/20 CLOSED.

Lena Sno-Drifters – 1/31/20 Opening January 31, 2020.

Chase Sno-Chasers – 1/30/20 CLOSED.

Trail Report – : Spooner and Washburn County, Wisconsin – January 31, 2020

Reporter:Washburn County

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Snow Cover: 9 – 16″

Date of Report: January 31, 2020

Area Report:

Official Trail Report: All Washburn County Snowmobile Trails are open at this time. Trail conditions are excellent with a 9 to 16 inch compacted snow base.

Groomer Notes:

1/29/20 – Trails 4, 6 & Rummel’s spur were groomed today and are now in very good condition! (Submitted by Rolling Hills Snowmobile & ATV Club)

1/28/20 – 35s was groomed today and is in very good condition. (Submitted by Rolling Hills Snowmobile & ATV Club)

1/24/20 – Trail 39s/235 were groomed today and are in very good condition. (Submitted by Rolling Hills Snowmobile & ATV Club)

1/11/20 – Long Lake was staked as of Monday, January 6th with ice depths coming in anywhere from 6″ to 10.5″ on the marked trail. (Off the trail ice depths ranged anywhere from 4″ to 10.5″) The Lake Trail was groomed for the 1st time ever on Wednesday, January 8th. Please note there is a large ice heave that cuts across the trail just North of The Pioneer. As always use caution on ice! Additionally, Spider Lake & Chetac lakes are now also marked. (Submitted by Long Lake Area Chamber of Commerce)

Trail Report – : Eagle River, Wisconsin – January 31, 2020

Reporter:Holly t

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: Plenty of SNOW

Date of Report: January 31, 2020

Area Report:

January 31, 2020 – 8:52am 19 degrees & cloudy

SNOWMOBILE TRAILS IN EAGLE RIVER
Plenty of SNOW with Varying conditions

Winter continues in Eagle River & all of Vilas County! Skies remain cloudy which is just prefect to keep the trails in good shape. No evil sun. It is going to pop up for the weekend so yep I need you to THINK COLD! Monday back down into the mid 20’s. Low to middle 20’s until next weekend. Monday nigh temps will drop.

There has been bits of Lake Effect SNOW everyday. Not amounting to much. Just enough to cover the vehicles. Start DOIN’ THE SNOW DANCE!

Big night of grooming Groomer Tracking System shows most trails were groomed to get ready for the weekend. So today here are the trails NOT GROOMED

Uncle Kent
Manske Swamp aka 3N
Chanticleer Inn which is off 10E heading to Eagle Lk
GrampGrahm aka 1 which is off 10E starting by Catch 22
17N from intersection of 1 heading east to Columbus Rd

Catfish & Eagle Lake trails are marked. No reports of surface slush. Please stay by the orange reflective barrels.

Caution Areas

Not much change & in general found trails sections especially in swamps have rough areas. Covered with plenty of snow but the bumps have set in the base & it is hard to correct.

Manske Swamp aka 3N rough & a wet area
Sections on 13N beyond Hwy G has improved
Loon Lk Rd to Bloom Rd section of 10E rough
Section of 17N from trail 1 to Columbus Rd very rough
70W section from Sundstein Rd running past the Lincoln Townhall heading west to Synergy very rough sections
17S from Paintball field trail 7 to Sugar Camp connect.

So here’s what you need to do…..KEEP THINKING COLD can use it & DOIN’ THE SNOW DANCE!

Details of a ride tomorrow!

See you on the trails!

Holly Tomlanovich
THE SNOWMOBILE CAPITAL OF THE WORLD® – Eagle River
Phone Trail Updates 715.479.5185
Sno-Eagles Snowmobile Club

News and Reports:

Events

January 31-February 2 – Weekend Away to Tomahawk
February 4 – Sno-Eagles Board meeting – 6pm – Snowmobile Museum – Hwy 45N ALL WELCOME
February 7-9 – Pond Hockey – This year at the World Championship Derby Expo – Hwy 45N – Volunteers needed
Please contact Sno-Eagles President, Howard Wolf at 262.442.4876 to volunteer for any event.

Snowmobile Information:

Handy Snowmobile Links
Wisconsin Snowmobile Registration
Discount Trail Pass for Snowmobile Club Members – $10
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 – : Land O’ Lakes, Wisconsin – January 30, 2020

Reporter:Phil

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Snow Cover: EXCELLENT!

Date of Report: January 30, 2020

Area Report:

This weekend looks to be another great time in Land O Lakes. All trails are being groomed nightly and traffic has been a little lighter than the last few weeks. Cool nights and day time highs near 30 are perfect for family riding. Trail boss Rob and Co. have been doing a fantastic job. Be alert for the 3 Bear sled dog races Sat and Sun as there may be slight delays to let the dogs run.

News and Reports:

Queen Charlene will be hosting a Frosty bonfire and FREE hot chocolate on the trail next to the airport and the races Sat from 10-2. Stop by and say HI!

Amy from the Black Oak is hosting the 1st Frosty Meat Raffle Super Sunday from 12ish til gone. Please join us for a great time, support trail grooming, and WIN MEAT!

Snowmobile Information:

Stay close to the barrels when on the lakes

Ride right and ride safe!

Trail Report – : Sayner, Wisconsin – January 30, 2020

Reporter:SaynerStar Lake Barnstormers

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 8 to 10 inches (+/-)

Date of Report: January 30, 2020

Area Report:

Traffic on our system continues to be very heavy. So, by late afternoon,it can get pretty rough. We groom at night so we can st least start out the next day in great shape.

Trail, 51 remains closed between Intersection 361 to 344 (Witches Lake Rd to the Intersection with Trail 11). This is due to flooding cause by a recently built beaver dam.

Please continue to stay by the markers on Lakes with marked crossings. Ice thickness can change rapidly as has been found on many lakes this winter.

Snowmobile Information:

2020 Barnstormers Fundraisers (Click Here)

Trail Report – : Phelps, Wisconsin – January 30, 2020

Reporter:Phelps Snowmobile Club

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 18″ to 24″

Date of Report: January 30, 2020

Area Report:

Just getting back from a great snowmobile ride today. We were able to travel the entire Phelps trail system. All trails were groomed and in great condition. The only spot that wasn’t groomed was a stretch between the shooting range and Norwood Lake rd. on trail 6 east of town. Right now the warm weather has caused this area to open back up enough were we can not bring equipment through it. Be advised, the trails are setting up good overnight but,with more traffic and warm temps, they soften up by the afternoon. Temperatures for the weekend show a warm up with highs Friday and Saturday in the low 30’s and on Sunday in the upper 30’s to near 40. Grooming will be done as long as the weather cooperates. Please ride carefully and slow down in the corners. we had a real close call today. If travel any lake trail, please stay close to the barrels.

News and Reports:

February club rides require a Michigan trail pass. Meet downtown at 9:00 A.M.

February 4, ride up and around the Cisco Chain.

February 11 Amasa

February 18 Kenton

February 25 Iron River/ Caspian

Snowmobile Information:

Like and follow us on Facebook and visit our website at: http://phelpssnowmobileclub.com

Trail Report – : Crivitz, Wisconsin – January 30, 2020

Reporter:ironsnowshoe

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Snow Cover: Iron Snow Shoe Snowmobile Trails, NW of Crivitz are in excellent conditions.

Date of Report: January 30, 2020

Area Report:

Iron Snow Shoe Recreational Trails are located north west of CRIVITZ in the Twin Bridge, Crooked Lake, Silver Cliff and Thunder Mountain areas.

The Iron Snow Shoe Trails are OPEN and in Excellent condition. The groomers will be out on a regular basis. Come enjoy our trails.

Warm weather is predicted for this weekend. ATV/UTV will not be allowed when temps are 32 degrees or above.

Ride safe and Snowomilers enjoy the Iron Snow Shoe Trails.

SNOWMOBILE AREA EVENTS:

2/8/20 High Falls Fish-O-Rama, Winterfest, and Radar Run

http://www.ironsnowshoe.com/

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Trail Report – : Bayfield County, Wisconsin – January 30, 2020

Reporter:BayfieldCounty

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Snow Cover: 12-24 inches packed

Date of Report: January 30, 2020

Area Report:

Trails is Bayfield County are holding up really well and are in excellent condition. The weekend forecast is a bit warm but the nighttime temperatures will still be below freezing and we have a lot of snow, so the trails should hold up just fine. Have fun and stay safe!

Barnes Barnestormers: All the Barnes trails are in tip top condition. We are working on the second grooming for the week. Trail 31 south to the Sawyer County line is seeing a lot of use and will be groomed a second time tomorrow as will the town trails. 31 North and Moore Road 17 will be done again on Friday.

Drummond SnoJacks: All Drummond trails are in excellent condition and will be groomed again before the weekend. Daily light to moderate snowfalls have added to the 16″+ base. No problem areas reported.

Frosty’s Vintage Riders (Mason, Delta, Iron River): All trails are groomed and still in excellent shape. West and North Delta Roads are a bit icy. We have an unconfirmed report of Trail 4 east of the Delta Diner on DNR land being temporarily closed today for logging operations.

Washburn Valhallers: Trail #13 North from Washburn to Valhalla is groomed and in excellent condition. This will also be redone before the weekend.

Trail #13 South from Washburn to the Tri-County Corridor is also in excellent condition and will be groomed for the weekend.

All trails in the Valhalla area are in excellent condition. Trail one is very brushy from Mountain Road to Trail 31, use caution. Our groomer will be out on Trail 1 on Saturday doing trail maintenance so keep an eye out for it and feel free to give the driver a hand.

South Shore (Port Wing, Herbster, Cornucopia): Everything is groomed. Trails 1, 40 and 41 are in excellent shape.

Trail Report – : Ely, Minnesota – January 30, 2020

Reporter:Ely Chamber of Commerce/Explore MN Visitor Center

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 30-35″

Date of Report: January 30, 2020

Area Report:

Trail Report for 1/30/2020

GENERAL INFORMATION: Trails are reported to be in good condition. Trails have been groomed after two events last weekend and are holding up well in spite of the warmer temperatures. Several area lakes are now staked, and riders are asked to please ride in staked areas to ensure best conditions. As always, even when conditions are their best, it’s still wise to use caution when venturing onto the ice on foot or machine.

Area Trails: Tomahawk trail is reported to be in good condition with just a little slush in some areas. Conditions on Grassy Loop, Burntside, Shagawa, Little Long, Mud Lake and White Iron Lake are also reported to be really good. Trails were groomed after two events over the past weekend, and they will be getting groomed again in preparation for the upcoming weekend. Birch Lake is staked for snowmobile trails to Hidden Bay. Cedar Lake is not staked; snowmobilers should use Cloquet Line instead. Everything else is staked. As always, please stay on staked trails.

Arrowhead State Trail – Snowmobiling: Condition-Very Good Trail – Groomed Base – 1-6” The Arrowhead State trail is the backbone to an extensive Grant-in-Aid trail system that travels through remote areas.

TRAIL CONDITIONS: The entire trail has been groomed from the Taconite State Trail junction north to the Blue Ox trail, and it continues to groom up well and look great.

Bearhead Lake State Park – Snowmobiling: Condition – Very good Trails – Groomed Base 5-12”

TRAIL CONDITIONS: The Taconite Trail and Cub Lake Spur to the Trail Center are both in very good condition.

Bearhead State Park trails provide rolling topography through birch and pine stands. You may see a variety of wildlife ranging from deer, wolves, ruffed grouse, and pine martens. You can snowshoe anywhere in Minnesota’s state parks and recreation areas, except on trails that are specifically groomed for another activity, such as snowmobiling or skiing.

Lake Vermilion – Soudan Underground Mine State Park – Snowmobiling: Condition – Very Good Trails – Groomed Base – 2-6”

TRAIL CONDITIONS: These trails will be groomed again before the weekend. Trails are in very good condition. For all trails use caution at all times. Please travel at appropriate speeds and stay to the right No motorized vehicles other than snowmobiles are allowed on State Trails or Grant-in-Aid snowmobile trails.

The park has 5 miles of snowmobile trails that connects from the Taconite State Trail to the Lake Vermilion ice trail. The ride takes you through old growth pines and young aspen forests with large wetland complexes to view along the way. You can snowshoe anywhere in Minnesota’s state parks and recreation areas, except on trails that are specifically groomed for another activity, such as snowmobiling or skiing.

Putnam/Fishing Lakes – Bear Island State Forest – Snowmobiling: Condition – Very Good Trails – Groomed Base – 1-6”

The Putnam and Fishing Lakes Trails traverse forested, rolling topography through birch, ash, and pine stands. Several small lakes dot the landscape along these scenic trails.

TRAIL CONDITIONS: The entire trail was groomed January 29 and is in very good condition. The Blackwoods Blizzard Tour organized ride is taking place this week in the area. Please use caution when riding, travel at appropriate speeds, and stay to the right. No Motorized Vehicles other than snowmobiles are allowed on State Trails or Grant-in-Aid snowmobile trails.

Taconite State Trail – Snowmobiling: Condition – Very Good Trails – Groomed Base 1-6”

Taconite State Trail stretches one hundred sixty-five miles from Grand Rapids to Ely through many scenic vistas of rolling hillsides, lakes, rivers and forest.

TRAIL CONDITIONS: The entire Taconite is groomed from Ely to Hwy 73. It will be groomed again before and during the weekend. Traffic is getting heavier on the trail, but it continues to be grooming up well and looking great. The Blackwoods Blizzard Tour organized ride is taking place this week on the Taconite and southern Arrowhead. Please use caution when riding, travel at appropriate speeds, and stay to the right. No Motorized Vehicles other than snowmobiles are allowed on State Trails or Grant-in-Aid snowmobile trails.

Taconite Spur West – Last groomed 1/24/20

Taconite Spur North – Last groomed 1/24/20

Stony Spur East – Last groomed 1/20/20

News and Reports:

Upcoming snowmobile events include:

The Blackwoods Blizzard Tour January 29- February 1

More information on these events can be found by visiting our website at http://www.ely.org/mn/events