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Snowmobiling Big Snow Country Style!

Here, snowmobiling isn’t just a pastime – it’s a lifestyle, a winter symphony composed on a canvas of gleaming white trails.

The Western Upper Peninsula presents a thrilling, white wonderland adventure for snowmobiling enthusiasts. With over 2000 miles of groomed trails, this region is a hidden gem offering unparalleled excitement and breathtaking winter beauty. Snowmobilers are treated to pristine forests, panoramic views of Lake Superior, and the chance to observe wildlife in their natural habitat.

The trails are well-marked and maintained by dedicated local snowmobile clubs, ensuring safe and exciting rides. The trail system includes a mixture of public and private lands, and with a trail accessible snowmobile permit, riders can explore this winter paradise with ease. .

Whether you’re seeking adrenaline-filled adventure or a peaceful exploration of Michigan’s winter landscapes, snowmobiling in the Western Upper Peninsula offers an unforgettable experience.

Our area offers cozy lodgings, hearty meals, and excellent equipment rentals. We’ve got your back when it comes to comfort and convenience because a day on the trails should end with a warm meal and a toast to the winter gods.

In Western Upper Peninsula the snow is always whiter, the trails are always smoother, and the snowmobiling? Well, it’s simply the best.

RATED #1 SNOWMOBILE DESTINATION BY READERS OF AMERICAN SNOWMOBILER!

Western Upper Michigan Snowmobile Trail Reports
– Lake Gogebic Trail Report, Watersmeet Trail Report, Ironwood, Bessemer, Wakefield Trail Reports

Western U P Snowmobile Trail Report

12/10/2025

Snow is in the forecast for Friday and Saturday.  Our temperatures will be in the single digits, with below-zero temperatures at night this weekend.  The good news is that this should help freeze up some of our water spots.

Please stay on marked trails. Riding on unmarked trails can result in the clubs losing easement for that trail.

Gogebic Range Trail Authority Groomer Report   

Remember, it is early-season riding, so ride with care.

Trail 2 from Ironwood to Marensico is groomed and is in good shape.

Trail 8 was groomed last night to Tula and is in good shape. 

Trail 11s has not been groomed going into Wisconsin.  Trail 11 has been groomed between trails 8 and 2.

Trail 160 is closed due to ongoing landowner hunting.  That will be opened on the 15th.

Gogebic Area Groomers Report

The groomers have been working hard. Here’s the latest:

  • Trail 1 North: Passable to White Pine.
  • Trail 1 South:
    • Passable from Marenisco to PI.
    • Groomed from Marenisco to Job Corps Rd; the remainder will be groomed soon.
    • Passable and groomed from Marenisco north to the end of FR 8800.
    • Closed from FR 8800 north to Copps Tower Rd.
  • Trail 8 East: Open to Ewen and groomed.
  • Trail 8 West:
    • Open to Wakefield (opened Tuesday) and safe to run.
    • Expect twiggy brush and wet spots — early-season conditions.
    • Follow signs.
    • GAG plans to send a drag down tomorrow evening.
  • Trail 13 North: Groomers will attempt to get 13N opened today.
  • Trail 13 South:
    • Passable from the 100/13 intersection north to Camp 6 Rd, but ungroomed with many whips.
    • From the 100/13 intersection southeast to the Trail 2/13 intersection is still closed (waiting on reroute approval).
  • Trail 2: Groomed and flat through Marenisco and up to the Trail 1 split to PI.
  • Trail 100:
    • Groomed to Hwy M-64 with wet sections.
    • Passable from Hwy M-64 to the Trail 13 intersection, but rocky with many whips.

The Marenisco crew reports that all open trails are passable and ready for full grooming this week.

Safety Reminder

Plan ahead — be safe and be prepared for the upcoming cold weather!

U.P. Thunder Riders Trail Report

UPDATED 12/8/25- We’ve been working daily with excavators and our tractor to clean up large blockages. Big thank you to UP Excavating, G-Force Trailers, and Jim B., who have been out for days with their mini-excavators, clearing trails. Groomers Gary and Jeff are clearing trails with our tractor, grapple bucket, and chainsaws. Without their efforts, we wouldn’t be anywhere near getting groomers out to pan. Also, a Big Thank you to the snowmobilers who showed up on sleds with chainsaws ready to work. Keith, Paul, and Tony arrived at the shop and then left to work. Antonio and Paul, who came out to the trails with chainsaws, were ready to join the effort. Also, many others who showed up and helped with clearing were never identified by name. We are closer, but it will likely be a few more days before the trail system is completely free of blockages. Also, thank you to our trail boss, Jim G, who coordinated the group and operated the mini-excavator—a little more patience. We are almost there

Watersmeet Michigan Area
Snowmobile Trail Report

Lake Gogebic Area
Snowmobile Trail Report 

Western U.P. Snowmobile Map

Western U.P. Snowmobile Map