Please Help Us Take Care of The Trails:
Well, Gogebic Area Grooming is now heading into
its 6th year as the grooming entity
of the Lake Gogebic area and although we’re
doing well we need your help now more than ever.
We’ve been very fortunate to have quite a few
“off-season snowmobilers” come all the way up
here during this last fall to offer all sorts of
help on our trails purely for love of the sport
and we can’t thank you all enough.
Come this next fall we’ll be looking for
man-hours to brush & sign trails again. Even
with the trails all perfectly signed at this
time, we always seem to need to put more up
every year. Either the signs get stolen, damaged
or just plain too old and need replacing: all
this on over 157 miles of trails. Any amount of
help would be more than welcome. Come on up and
enjoy some of the best fall color you can find
while helping out on your favorite trails…you
won’t be sorry. If you’re interested in helping
out just call George at 906-575-5555 and we’ll
get you all set up.
But right now we’re in need of financial
backing. The sponsorship dues we’ve established
are minimal, just $20.00 for individual, $30.00
for family and $75.00 for commercial, but we’re
also open to donations of any amount.
These amounts will help in all the costs of
running a grooming entity, such as repairs,
wages, fuel, more repairs, insurance, parts,
more repairs...you get the idea… Checks can be
mailed to the address below.
We want to be very clear in that Gogebic Area
Grooming is
separate from The Lake Gogebic Area
Chamber of Commerce and any dues or donations
sent to Gogebic Area Grooming will be credited
only towards a Gogebic Area Grooming membership.
We hope you enjoy our trails, our beautiful area
and we hope to hear from you soon.
Gogebic Area Grooming
N11172 Hwy. M-64
Marenisco, MI 49947
We
thank you ahead of time for all your support.
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As of this time we are not grooming the trails, however if temperatures drop below freezing and we get more snowfall they are ready to head back out again. Chances are that we haven’t seen the last of winter yet and we do usually get a snowstorm around St. Paddy’s Day. Our trails do remain open until the end of March, but at this time the majority of our trails are no longer rideable. Monday and Tuesday have seen temps as high as 57 and we have rain in the forecast. Keep your fingers crossed that Mother Nature will send us back into winter…it could happen… We had 2 feet of snow for Mother’s Day one year!
Watch for logging on trails 102 and 8 west where the Peterson Road crosses both, as well as a small portion of trail 1south. Be watchful for signs marking logging activity and be prepared to stop. In these logging areas conditions are completely bare and un-rideable.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we’d like to wish you a great day as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Tuesday, March 09, 2010 at 13:01:10 (PST)
As of this time we are not grooming the trails, however if temperatures drop below freezing and we get more snowfall they are ready to head back out again. Chances are that we haven’t seen the last of winter yet and we do usually get a snowstorm around St. Paddy’s Day. Most of our trails are still rideable, especially our northern most trails, 102, 1 north and 13 north. Our trails do remain open until the end of March, so even though trails in and around towns are bare you might want to consider trailering to one of the trail heads to begin your ride.
Watch for logging on trails 102 and 8 west where the Peterson Road crosses both, as well as a small portion of trail 1south. Be watchful for signs marking logging activity and be prepared to stop.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we’d like to wish you a great day as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Monday, March 08, 2010 at 09:35:56 (PST)
Although we’ve been experiencing some warmer than normal temperatures and no new snowfall, snowmobilers in our area are reporting on mostly good conditions on our trails. In and around towns and near roadway crossings you’ll find mostly bare trails, but conditions back into the woods are still good. Grooming has been cut back to nights only, as long as the nighttime temperatures continue to drop below freezing, which looks to be the case over the next week or so. This is a good time of the year to do some “boonedoggle” riding on unplowed county roads, just don’t stray on to private property that isn’t marked for trail riding. You might want to consider trailering in to where you want to begin your ride at trailheads. Even with these warmer temperatures in our forecast it’s doughtful that winter is over yet so don’t put your snowmobiles away just yet.
We want to continue to remind you to be watchful for logging on trails 102 and 8 west where the Peterson Road crosses both, as well as a small portion of trail 1south. Be watchful of signs marking logging activity and be prepared to stop.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we’d like to wish you a great day as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Friday, March 05, 2010 at 09:52:57 (PST)
Sorry for the delay in reporting on trail conditions but I was out of town for a few days. Although we’ve been experiencing some warmer than normal temperatures and no new snowfall, snowmobilers in the area are reporting on good conditions on our trails. After traveling across the U.P. over the last few days (from the bridge to Lake Gogebic) I can honestly say we still have the most snow still on the ground, and more importantly, still on the trails. In and around towns and near roadway crossings will be mostly bare, but conditions back into the woods are still good. Grooming has been cut back to nights only as long as the temperatures are below freezing, which looks to be the case over the next week or so. Forecasts are conflicting for this area – everything from sunny and 30’s & 40’s to more snow over Sunday and Monday of this upcoming week. So…you can still ride, but you won’t be getting excellent conditions either. This is a good time of the year to do some “boonedoggle” riding on unplowed county roads, just don’t stray on to private property that isn’t marked for trail riding. You might want to consider trailering in to where you want to begin your ride. Don’t give up…I really don’t think winter is done with us yet!
Every year we have at least two spots that seem to have logging all season and we want to keep reminding you to be watchful in these areas for your safety as well as others. Those two spots this year are on trails 102 and 8 west at the Peterson Road crossing, as well as a small portion of trail 1 south. Watch out for markings indicating logging activity and make sure to ride to the side and be prepared to stop.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we’d like to wish you a great day as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Thursday, March 04, 2010 at 09:31:05 (PST)
Hi, this is Carolyn at the Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern here on beautiful Lake Gogebic, reporting on trail conditions for Gogebic Area Grooming.
After a very busy weekend on the trails and Saturday’s temperatures rising into the 30’s our trails have taken a hit and are pretty rough right now. Although the forecast for this upcoming week shows temperature highs in the low to mid 30’s, the night temps are looking to stay mostly in the teens. This will give our groomers a chance to get out over night and the colder temps should freeze the trails up pretty well. With conditions like these you should remember that you’ll find your best ride of the day early in the morning or in the more wooded trail areas. But don’t think that winter is over for us yet…there’s a very good chance that we’ll see at least one or more winter storms. We usually get one around St. Patrick’s Day and even into April! So don’t put those snowmobiles away yet.
Every year we have at least two spots that seem to have logging all season and we want to keep reminding you to be watchful in these areas for your safety as well as others. Those two spots this year are on trails 102 and 8 west at the Peterson Road crossing, as well as a small portion of trail 1 south. Watch out for markings indicating logging activity and make sure to ride to the side and be prepared to stop.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic.
Once again, this is Carolyn at the Hoop reporting on trail conditions for Gogebic Area Grooming, wishing you a great day as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Saturday, February 27, 2010 at 19:17:14 (PST)
Trails in the Lake Gogebic area are in very good to excellent condition after receiving an additional 1 to 2-feet of new snowfall over this last week! We’re expecting additional snow over the next week as we enter March, so make sure to plan for some late season snowmobiling as it’s often the prime time to get out there and enjoy a beautiful ride. With all this snow that we have our groomers are out double grooming each trail daily. If the temperatures start to head into the 30’s remember that you’ll find your best ride of the day early in the morning or in the more wooded trail areas.
Every year we have at least two spots that seem to have logging all season and we want to keep reminding you to be watchful in these areas for your safety as well as others. Those two spots this year are on trails 102 and 8 west at the Peterson Road crossing, as well as a small portion of trail 1 south. Watch out for markings indicating logging activity and make sure to ride to the side and be prepared to stop.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we're wishing you a great day as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Friday, February 26, 2010 at 09:10:28 (PST)
We’ve received at least a foot of new snow over last night over much of the Lake Gogebic Area, more as you head into our northern most trails. It’s still snowing at the time of this report with 4 to 6-inches more expected today. Groomers are out on all trails, double grooming each trail twice a day. Trails should be very good condition at this time.
Just a reminder for snowmobilers to watch out for logging trucks on trails 102 and 8 west at the Peterson Road crossing. There is continued logging over a small portion of trail 1 south, as well. Watch for markings indicating logging activity and make sure to ride to the side and be prepared to stop.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day and a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Wednesday, February 24, 2010 at 10:41:17 (PST)
Trails in the Lake Gogebic area are in fair to good condition as of early week, after a busy weekend and temperatures a bit warm for this time of year. It won’t take long to get the trails back in excellent condition with the change in weather we’re expecting. As we head into the last week of February we’re looking forward to returning to more seasonal weather with lower temperatures and additional snow fall once again. Don’t make any plans to put your snowmobiles away for the season just yet…some of the best riding can be found through much of March, and maybe even into April, weather permitting.
Just a reminder for snowmobilers to watch out for logging trucks on trails 102 and 8 west at the Peterson Road crossing. There is continued logging over a small portion of trail 1 south, as well. Watch for markings indicating logging activity and make sure to ride to the side and be prepared to stop.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic.
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Monday, February 22, 2010 at 08:38:07 (PST)
We’re experiencing a bit of a warm up with daytime temperatures into the low 30’s - but nighttime temperatures are still dropping plenty low enough to set the trails up for some good riding. You’ll find bare conditions in and around towns and wherever the trails cross a roadway. Groomers are mostly running at night or early morning during this warm up. For best riding head out early or look to the more wooded trails for best trail conditions.
Again, snowmobilers should be on the watch for logging trucks on trails 102 and 8 west at the Peterson Road crossing. And there also will be some logging over a small area on trail 1 south, as well. Watch for markings indicating logging activity and make sure to ride to the side and be prepared to stop.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day and a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Friday, February 19, 2010 at 09:16:21 (PST)
Trails in the Lake Gogebic area are in anywhere from fair to very good condition at this time. The daytime temperatures are predicted at 30 or low 30’s over the next few days, which could result in some “messy” conditions on some trails. You’ll probably find some bare conditions in and around towns where there is lots of blacktop, but we’ve got lots of snow out on the trails. They’re going to get soft, but the nighttime temps are looking to land in the teens or single digits so the groomers will be out over night setting them back in to good shape. Trails in wooded areas, away from the sun, will stay in the best condition. With these kinds of conditions your best bet for the best ride of the day is to get out early while the trails are still hard from the cooler nighttime temps. Next week is calling for high temps to drop back into the 20’s once again, along with more predictions of snowfall around the beginning of the week.
Again, snowmobilers should be on the watch for logging trucks on trails 102 and 8 west at the Peterson Road crossing. There may still be some logging over a small area on trail 1 south, as well.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day and a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at 20:37:07 (PST)
Trails in the Lake Gogebic area are in excellent condition after receiving anywhere from 6 to 12-inches or more over our trail system. This is the time of year for the best riding. Trails have a very good base, high banks and are being double groomed each day! The temperatures are usually more moderate, but cold enough to keep the trails well packed, making for a comfortable ride.
Again, snowmobilers should be on the watch for logging trucks on trails 102 and 8 west at the Peterson Road crossing. There may still be some logging over a small area on trail 1 south, as well.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day and a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Monday, February 15, 2010 at 08:37:27 (PST)
Trails in the Lake Gogebic area are running from good to very good condition. Weather conditions look favorable through this upcoming weekend for continued good trails. As usual, you’ll find the highest amount of snow over our northern most trails, 102, 1 north and 13 north, but all of our trails continue to receive a double groom each day.
This will most likely be a busy family holiday weekend so please use extra caution and slower speeds while out on the trails, ensuring safe conditions for the younger and less experienced riders out there.
Continue to watch out for logging over trails 102 and 8 west, as well as a portion of trail 1 south, between Fishtales and Gogebic Lodge. Slow speeds accordingly and ride to the side of the trail or roadway.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day, as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Friday, February 12, 2010 at 08:35:45 (PST)
Just a quick report; we’ve received about 6-inches over last night – less in some areas, more in other areas. Temperatures are looking perfect for good trails for the remainder of the week; 20’s during the day and single digits at night. More snow in the forecast for this upcoming weekend. Trails are in good to very good condition.
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at 10:17:28 (PST)
Trails in the Lake Gogebic area are running from good to very good condition, even after another very busy weekend. Conditions look favorable through this upcoming week for continued good trails. As usual, you’ll find the highest amount of snow over our northern most trails, 102, 1 north and 13 north. But all of our trails continue to receive a double groom each day.
Remember to give our groomer drivers a friendly wave as you’re giving them the right of way. Although it looks like groomers can ride through anything, off trail as well as on trail, it’s not so much the case. They can become completely bogged down in the deep snow off the trail, and that is why we ask you to always pull to the side of, or off, the trail to let them pass.
Continue to watch out for logging over trails 102 and 8 west, as well as a portion of trail 1 south, between Fishtales and Gogebic Lodge. Slow speeds accordingly and ride to the side of the trail or roadway.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day, as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Monday, February 08, 2010 at 12:21:02 (PST)
Trails in the Lake Gogebic area continue to run in very good condition. We’re looking at additional snowfall to come our way over this next week with perfect temperatures to keep the trails looking good. The groomers continue to run on their regular schedule, giving each trail a double groom every 24 hours. We’d like to once again, remind all snowmobilers to always stay on marked trails or risk trail closures by private landowners. It’s the least we can do for them for allowing us access through their property.
Continue to watch out for logging over trails 102 and 8 west, as well as a portion of trail 1 south, between Fishtales and Gogebic Lodge. Slow speeds accordingly and ride to the side of the trail or roadway.
Also, remember to fill your gas tank before heading up trail 11 to Silver City as there is presently no gas sold there. The closest fuel, if you’re heading south from Silver City on trail 1 north, can be found at White Pine or, if you’re heading north, in the town of Ontonagon.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day, as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Friday, February 05, 2010 at 08:44:22 (PST)
Hi, this is Carolyn at the Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern here on beautiful Lake Gogebic, reporting on trail conditions for Gogebic Area Grooming.
Lake Gogebic trails are in very good to excellent condition after a weekend of snow that gave us up to another foot or more of new snow. Groomers are out on all trails giving them each a double groom every 24 hours! With the weather forecasts we’re expecting for this week the trails should be getting even better. With the deepest snow of the season just off the trail we’d like to remind snowmobilers to always give the groomer drivers the right of way and if necessary, pull off the trail for the groomers.
Continue to watch out for logging over trails 102 and 8 west, as well as down at the southern end of the lake in the area of 13 south and 100. Slow speeds accordingly and ride to the side of the trail or roadway.
If you’re leaving Wakefield and heading up trail #11 to Lake of the Clouds or Silver City make sure you have a full tank of gas, as there are presently NO gas stations in Silver City. The closest spot to find gas is the Konteka Restaurant in White Pine. There are several fueling spots around Lake Gogebic (Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern, Fishtales, Gogebic Lodge, Root Cellar and Gogebic Grocery) and now the old “Mini-Mart” in Marenisco has been reopened under the name “Miltown Market & Gas.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day, as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Monday, February 01, 2010 at 10:32:14 (PST)
After receiving several inches of new snow in the Lake Gogebic area over this last week, and grooming back on schedule with each trail receiving a “double” groom every 24 hours, we can safely say our trails are in very good to excellent condition. As usual, you’ll find the most snow cover over
our northern most trails, but all of our trails have a good amount of snow at this time. Conditions should remain good with weather conditions looking good for the next week or so.
Continue to watch out for logging trucks over a portion of trails 102 and 8 west where the “Peterson Rd” crosses over each trail. We also want to warn snowmobilers about some logging to take place in the area of trails 13 south and 100. You may be sharing plowed roads with the loggers for a short period, so please use caution by riding to the side as well as slowing your speed.
If you’re leaving Wakefield and heading up trail #11 to Lake of the Clouds or Silver City make sure you have a full tank of gas as there are presently NO gas stations in Silver City. The closest spot to find gas is the Konteka Restaurant in White Pine. There are several fueling spots around Lake Gogebic (Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern, Fishtales, Gogebic Lodge, Root Cellar and Gogebic Grocery) and now the old “Mini-Mart” in Marenisco has been reopened under the name “Miltown Market & Gas.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day, as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Friday, January 29, 2010 at 09:08:48 (PST)
We’re presently under a “Lake Effect Snow Warning” in Ontonagon County (the north end of the lake). We’ve received approximately 10-inches of snow over last night and it’s still coming down heavy. The forecast is calling for high winds, which will diminish visibility in some areas down to less than a quarter of a mile, so use caution while driving or while crossing roadways while snowmobiling. Also, we’re presently in the grips of some pretty cold temperatures so make sure to pack your long johns and bundle up! Trails are in very good condition with the on going snowfall and cold temperatures and our groomers are “double-grooming” each trail every 24 hours!
Continue to watch out for logging trucks over a portion of trails 102 and 8 west where the “Peterson Rd” crosses over each trail. We also want to warn snowmobilers about some logging to take place in the area of trails 13 south and 100. You may be sharing plowed roads with the loggers for a short period, so please use caution by riding to the side as well as slowing your speed.
If you’re leaving Wakefield and heading up trail #11 to Lake of the Clouds/Silver City make sure you have a full tank of gas as there are presently NO gas stations in Silver City. The closest spot to find gas is the Konteka Restaurant in White Pine. There are several fueling spots around Lake Gogebic (Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern, Fishtales, Gogebic Lodge, Root Cellar and Gogebic Grocery) and now the old “Mini-Mart” in Marenisco has been reopened under the name “Miltown Market & Gas.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day, as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Thursday, January 28, 2010 at 09:10:07 (PST)
Thankfully winter is returning to the U.P. once again! By mid-week the forecast is calling for highs only in the single digits with snowfall almost everyday, so our trail conditions should be improving quickly. At this time, early in the week, the trails are in poor to fair, with some good, condition. Groomers will be continuing with their daytime grooming hours soon with the promise of much colder temperatures this week. At this time we’re under a “Lake Effect Snow Advisory” for our area. The forecast is calling for 5 to 10-inches of new snow from tonight through Tuesday morning with high winds and much colder temperatures. Use caution while traveling, by any means, as visibility will be diminished.
We still have some individuals in our area that have been removing trail signs on our trails. If you should witness this please contact the state police in Wakefield at 906-667-0313. If you should notice any signs missing, especially “stop ahead” and “stop” signs, please notify George at the Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern at 906-575-5555.
Continue to watch out for logging trucks over a portion of trails 102 and 8 west where the “Peterson Rd” crosses over each trail. We also want to warn snowmobilers about some logging to take place in the area of trails 13 south and 100. You may be sharing plowed roads with the loggers for a short period, so please use caution by riding to the side as well as slowing your speed.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day, as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Monday, January 25, 2010 at 08:24:35 (PST)
Hi, this is Carolyn at the Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern here on beautiful Lake Gogebic, reporting on trail conditions for Gogebic Area Grooming.
Thankfully winter is returning to the U.P. once again! We’re presently under a “winter advisory” with lots of snow coming down and up to 10-inches expected by Monday morning. However, drive with considerable care if you’re in our area or on your way to our area. We did have some rain and freezing rain prior to this snow and driving conditions are hazardous. By mid week the forecast is calling for highs only in the single digits with snow everyday so trail conditions will be improving quickly.
It appears we have an individual, or group of individuals, in our area tearing down a number of our trail signs. If you should witness this please get the sled number if possible and notify the state police in Wakefield. If you should notice any signs missing, especially any “stop ahead” or “stop” signs, please notify George at the Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern at 906-575-5555.
Continue to watch out for logging trucks over a portion of trails 102 and 8 west where the “Peterson Rd” crosses over each trail. We also want to warn snowmobilers about some logging to take place in the area of trails 13 south and 100. You may be sharing plowed roads with the loggers for a short period, so please use caution by riding to the side and slowing your speed.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day, as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Sunday, January 24, 2010 at 11:48:27 (PST)
Hi, this is Carolyn at the Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern here on beautiful Lake Gogebic, reporting on trail conditions for Gogebic Area Grooming.
After some warmer than normal temperatures over this last week we’re seeing some trails in our southern most trails, 100, 1 south and 13 south, with dirt conditions in some places. However, there is still plenty of snow over the northern most trails, from the north end of Lake Gogebic on, especially any that run through wooded areas. Our groomers are still out grooming every trail every 24 hours, so you will find some great riding.
It appears we have an individual, or group of individuals, in our area tearing down a number of our trail signs. If you should witness this please get the sled number if possible and notify the state police in Wakefield. If you should notice any signs missing, especially any “stop ahead” or “stop” signs, please notify George at the Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern at 906-575-5555.
Continue to watch out for logging trucks over a portion of trails 102 and 8 west where the “Peterson Rd” crosses over each trail. We also want to warn snowmobilers about some logging to take place in the area of trails 13 south and 100. You may be sharing plowed roads with the loggers for a short period, so please use caution by riding to the side and slowing your speed.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day, as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Friday, January 22, 2010 at 07:27:50 (PST)
After a bit of a warm up over this last weekend and a very busy holiday weekend, the trails have held up pretty well. In and around towns you may see some bare areas and anywhere the trail runs directly off of a roadway. As usual, we have the most snow over our northern most trails and trails that run through wooded areas. There are predictions of snow off and on over this upcoming week with cooler temperatures. The groomers are out on all trails at this time.
And now, what’s becoming the logging report portion of this trail report; watch out for a small ¼ mile of logging on trail 1 south, between Fishtales and the Gogebic Lodge. There will be logging on a 2 mile section of trail 13 south, south of the Root Cellar, for only a few days over this week. And lastly, continue to watch for logging trucks crossing over both trails 102 and 8 west. Make sure to ride to the side of the road on each of these spots and always give the logging trucks the right of way.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day, as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Monday, January 18, 2010 at 10:06:23 (PST)
It looks like we’re getting a bit of the usual January warm-up over this next weekend. There is plenty of snow over our northernmost trails, such as 13 north, 102 and 1 north that this shouldn’t be a problem. Any trails that run primarily in the woods should be fine. However, trails around the southern end of the lake and south through Marenisco and down to Presque Isle, may be starting to show some rocks on trails. If the temperature gets too high to make grooming efficient during the daytime hours the groomers will start running just at sundown and through the night until we’re seeing the colder daytime temperatures again.
Continue to watch out for logging trucks over a portion of trails 102 and 8 west where the “Peterson Rd” crosses over each trail. Ride on the side of the trail and always give these guys the right-of-way. – We also want to warn snowmobilers about some logging to take place in the area of trails 13 south and 100 sometime next week. You may be sharing plowed roads with the loggers for a short while so use caution by riding to the side and slowing your speed.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day, as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Friday, January 15, 2010 at 13:52:06 (PST)
Although we’re seeing a bit of a January warm-up, the temperatures don’t look to rise out of the 20’s over the next week, with lows in the low 20’s. Snow showers are in the forecast off and on over the 10-day forecast – so if you’re not a fan of the severe cold temps this would be a great time for you to come up and do a little snowmobiling. Groomers are out on all trails and we’ve got plenty of snow, giving us great conditions on all trails.
We want to remind you to continue to watch out for logging trucks over a portion of trails 102 and 8 west where the “Peterson Rd” crosses over each trail. Ride on the side of the trail and always give these guys the right-of-way. As a rule, you should avoid riding on any plowed roads while sledding.
I’ll keep you updated on trail conditions as quick as conditions change. For any additional information about the Lake Gogebic area please log onto the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call toll free at 888-GOGEBIC (888.464.3242). From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we’d like to wish you all a great day and a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Wednesday, January 13, 2010 at 10:03:14 (PST)
Our groomer operators have our trails in top shape with around the clock grooming after another busy weekend. We’ve received another 12-inches of new snow over this last weekend over much of our trail system, giving our groomers plenty to work with.
Continue to watch out for logging trucks over a portion of trails 102 and 8 west where the “Peterson Rd” crosses over each trail. Ride on the side of the trail and always give these guys the right-of-way. As a rule, you should avoid riding on any plowed roads while sledding.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day, as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Monday, January 11, 2010 at 09:33:54 (PST)
All trails around Lake Gogebic are being groomed every 24 hours, and are in excellent condition. We have received several inches of new snow over this last week and a look at our 10-day forecast looks great, with predictions of snow almost everyday.
We want to continue to warn snowmobilers about logging in the area of trails 102 and 8 west. You may encounter logging trucks on these trails where the Peterson Road crosses both. Always ride to the side of the trail and always give these guys the right-of-way. As a rule, you should stay off any plowed roads while snowmobiling; there could be truck traffic on any of these roads and for your safety you should avoid them.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we want to wish you a great day, as well as a great ride.
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Friday, January 08, 2010 at 09:52:57 (PST)
Great news! Gogebic Area Grooming has a brand new groomer and it’s out on the trails! We have a total of 3 groomers for our 157 miles of trails (plus access trails). To keep the trails as good as they are, it takes an around the clock team of groomer operators who really know what they’re doing. Our trails were already in great condition so this will just be frosting on the cake. And just in time for another “lake effect snow advisory” for our area, beginning tonight (Wednesday) and running through Thursday. The highest amount of snow will be from the north end of the lake heading north. Visibility will most likely be a problem at times during this storm, so slow speeds accordingly and use caution crossing any roadways.
Continue to watch out for some logging in the trail 102/8-west area. This should be finishing up over the next week or so, but always give the logging trucks the right of way at all times. This area may be plowed out pretty thin but if you ride along the side you should be all right.
We would like to take this opportunity to remind all snowmobilers about just some of the trail rules. Always give the groomer the right of way by pulling over, or if needed, pulling off the trail. Groomers can easily get stuck off the trail and they’re a real bear to get them “unstuck”. Always ride on designated trails to prevent any problems or trail closures from private property owners who have been kind enough to allow us access to run our trails on their property. Ride single file on all trails at all times to prevent head-on collisions. Use reasonable speeds for conditions…and just try to use some good common sense wherever you’re riding. That said, we’re all eager to get snowmobile season started up here and are looking forward to seeing you all again for another spectacular snowmobile season! I will keep you posted as conditions change as often as possible so keep checking back.
I’ll try to fit in a new report everyday or as quick as conditions change. For any additional information about the Lake Gogebic area please log onto the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call toll free at 888-GOGEBIC (888.464.3242). From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we’d like to wish you all a great day and a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Wednesday, January 06, 2010 at 17:43:31 (PST)
All trails around Lake Gogebic are being groomed almost every 24 hours, and have recovered very well from the heavier traffic of the holidays. The forecast through this upcoming week looks like a repeat everyday, with snow in the forecast, highs in the teens or single digits and lows around zero. These are perfect conditions for keeping the trails in excellent condition for some great riding.
Continue to watch out for logging trucks over a portion of trails 102 and 8 west where the “Peterson Rd” crosses over both trails. Ride to the side of the trail and always give these guys the right-of-way. In fact, as a rule, you should stay off any plowed roads while sledding. There could be truck traffic on any of these and for your protection you should just avoid them.
The same goes for our groomers; please, always give them the right-of-way by pulling over or off the trail if needed. Our driver’s do a first rate job on our trails and would love to get a friendly wave from you as you pass.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a great day, as well as a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Monday, January 04, 2010 at 08:31:53 (PST)
All trails in the Lake Gogebic area are in good condition with a good base over most of the trails. Nighttime temperatures, close to zero or below plus groomers running constantly are keeping our trails well groomed for great riding. Please remember to ride smart and keep an eye out for the other riders on the trail. This holiday week there are a lot of families up riding our trails with a high number of young riders out there so please give them lots of room and lots of patience.
With higher numbers of sledders on the trails through these busy holiday periods also comes the chance for icy corners, so use caution on corners by reducing your speed.
We are expecting a significant winter storm over New Years Eve through Saturday, with totals between 1 and 2-feet of new snow. Use caution while crossing on trails over roadways when visibility may be reduced, as well as on the trails.
Continue to watch out for logging trucks over a portion of trails 102 and 8 west where the “Peterson Rd” crosses over both trails. Ride to the side of the trail and always give these guys the right-of-way. The same goes for our groomers; always keep an eye open for them and please, always give them the right-of-way by pulling over or even off the trail if needed.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we wish you a very safe and Happy New Year and a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Thursday, December 31, 2009 at 10:51:08 (PST)
Sorry for the delay in updating the trail report…internet problems.
Trails over the Lake Gogebic area are holding up well, considering the high volume of sleds we’re experiencing over this holiday week. Some corners are looking pretty bare, so use caution and reduce speeds in these areas. The weather forecast is calling for a “lake effect snow watch for Ontonagon County, in effect from Thursday morning through Friday night” of this week. A total of 12-inches is expected over the higher terrain areas of our trails, which could be anywhere from the north end of the lake heading north on trails 8 west, 8 east, 102 and 13 north. Use caution and reduce speeds during the heavier snow periods as visibility could be greatly reduced. Apart from that the 10-day forecast is calling for snow almost everyday with highs in the teens and lows in the single digits…perfect grooming weather!
Continue to watch out for some logging in the trail 102/8-west area. This should be finishing up over the next week or so, but always give the logging trucks the right of way at all times. This area may be plowed out pretty thin but if you ride along the side you should be all right.
We would like to take this opportunity to remind all snowmobilers about just some of the trail rules. Always give the groomer the right of way by pulling over, or if needed, pulling off the trail. Groomers can easily get stuck off the trail and they’re a real bear to get them “unstuck”. Always ride only on designated trails to prevent any problems or trail closures from private property owners who have been kind enough to give us access to run our trails on their property. Ride single file on all trails at all times to prevent head-on collisions. Use reasonable speeds for conditions…and just try to use some good common sense wherever you’re riding. That said, we’re all eager to get snowmobile season started up here and are looking forward to seeing you all again for another spectacular snowmobile season! I will keep you posted as conditions change as often as possible so keep checking back.
I’ll try to fit in a new report everyday or as quick as conditions change. For any additional information about the Lake Gogebic area please log onto the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call toll free at 888-GOGEBIC (888.464.3242). From all of us here at Lake Gogebic we’d like to wish you all a Happy New Year, as well as a safe New Year and a great ride!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at 10:11:53 (PST)
Hi, this is Carolyn at the Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern here on beautiful Lake Gogebic, reporting on trail conditions for Gogebic Area Grooming.
Trails in the Lake Gogebic area are in good condition with groomers running constantly on all trails. We have received a new 6-inches of snow over Wednesday night and it is continuing through today with much more expected through this next weekend. With predictions of more snow and cold temperatures through to the New Year we expect our trails to hold up well through the extra traffic of the holidays.
Although the logging should be about finished on the junction of 102 & 8 west, be safe and watch out for logging trucks. This short area of trail may still be plowed so riding along the edge of the roadway is recommended.
Please remember that there will be a lot of young inexperienced riders on the trails through this upcoming holiday season, so please watch out for them and ride safe.
That’s all for now, for updated trail conditions throughout the week or for additional information on our area we invite you to visit the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call us at 1-888-Gogebic. Have a great ride and a Merry Christmas!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Thursday, December 24, 2009 at 07:59:39 (PST)
Hi, this is Carolyn at the Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern, here on beautiful Lake Gogebic, reporting on trail conditions for Gogebic Area Grooming.
The weather looks good for this upcoming week with highs in the low 20’s and lows in the single digits and teens with snow off and on all week. We’ve received about 7 to 8-inches of new snow since the last trail update. Groomers are out on all of our trails, running almost non-stop, so the trails are looking in pretty good shape for this early in the season. I noticed a couple of semi-bare corners along 8 west where it’s visible from the road so use caution. We’re already getting lots of snowmobile traffic over this weekend and are anticipating lots more over the upcoming holidays. Please keep that in mind while out riding, and especially remember that a lot of the sledders that will be out over the next couple of weeks will be young/inexperienced riders, so give them lots of room.
Continue to watch out for some logging in the trail 102/8-west area. This should be finishing up over the next week or so, but always give the logging trucks the right of way at all times. This area may be plowed out pretty thin but if you ride along the side you should be alright.
We would like to take this opportunity to remind all snowmobilers about just some of the trail rules. Always give the groomer the right of way by pulling over, or if needed, pulling off the trail. Groomers can easily get stuck off the trail and they’re a real bear to get them “unstuck”. Always ride only on designated trails to prevent any problems or trail closures from private property owners who have been kind enough to give us access to run our trails on their property. Ride single file on all trails at all times to prevent head-on collisions. Use reasonable speeds for conditions…and just try to use some good common sense wherever you’re riding. That said, we’re all eager to get snowmobile season started up here and are looking forward to seeing you all again for another spectacular snowmobile season! I will keep you posted as conditions change as often as possible so keep checking back.
For any additional information about the Lake Gogebic area please log onto the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call toll free at 888-GOGEBIC (888.464.3242). Have a great ride and a great day!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 11:11:59 (PST)
Hi, this is “new grandma” Carolyn at the Hoop, on beautiful Lake Gogebic, reporting on trail conditions for Gogebic Area Grooming.
All trails have been groomed over at least a couple of times by now, brushed and signed. We’re having no shortage of snow up here, along with some very cold temperatures – all good for keeping the trails improving more every day! The weather pattern looks like more of the same over most of the next 10 days bringing us into the “busy week” between Christmas and New Years. Please remember that there are no restaurants open on Christmas Day in our area, per Michigan law. So be prepared to either bring some food with you or catch a meal on your way up. But count on us all being open the very next day and ready to serve you.
One area to watch out for is in the vicinity of the connection of trails 8 west and 102 where the loggers are transporting loads out of that area. There is approx. a 2 mile stretch where most of the snow has been plowed back to make it easier for the trucks. Please give the logging trucks the right of way at all times and stay to the side through this area. It should be cleared out over the next week or so and then back to normal again.
The trail area on 13 south (along the east shore) that was previously closed for muzzle loading hunting has now been reopened with the closing of that season. Watch for signing to direct you.
I’ll have my usual reminders in the upcoming trail reports about staying on designated trails only, riding at a reasonable speed, don’t over drink and drive and of course watch out for all the young ones who’ll also be out on the trails over the holidays…but just a reminder for now. It’s all for your own good, we want to make sure you can come back up and see us again and again. So, please take care as we approach the busiest time of the year around Lake Gogebic.
For any additional information about the Lake Gogebic area please log onto the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call toll free at 888-GOGEBIC (888.464.3242). Have a great day!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at 18:24:20 (PST)
Hi, this is Carolyn from the Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern, once again, here on beautiful Lake Gogebic reporting on trail conditions for Gogebic Area Grooming.
By the time the snow stopped falling this morning (temporarily) we had about two feet of fresh snow on the ground, more in some areas where drifting was a problem. We are presently under a “lake effect snow advisory” in Ontonagon County at for tonight and through Thursday with another 3 – 5 inches of new snow. We, also, will be expecting wind chills of 15 below zero to 25 below zero! So use all precautions against frostbite.
The groomers will have groomed over all trails by tomorrow, with the exception of the area on the east shore that will remain closed for muzzle loading hunting through Dec. 13th. You may ride along the side of the road in this area, but please ride safely, in single file, follow the speed limit and always watch out for other motorists along the road.
Just a quick note to let you know the fuel situation in the west end of the U.P. as it stands now. There are presently NO gas stations open in Silver City, however the Konteka in White Pine, Ontonagon, Rockland, Bergland and of course the usual businesses on Lake Gogebic still sell fuel. But if you’re leaving Wakefield and heading up trail #11 you want to make sure you’ve got a full tank first.
That said, we’re all eager to see all of you up here as soon as can be! Just please travel safe!
I will keep you updated as conditions change so please keep checking back for additional trail information. For any additional information about the Lake Gogebic area please log onto the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call toll free at 888-GOGEBIC (888.464.3242). Have a great day!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Thursday, December 10, 2009 at 11:53:44 (PST)
Hi, this is Carolyn from the Hoop ‘N Holler Tavern, once again, here on beautiful Lake Gogebic reporting on trail conditions for Gogebic Area Grooming. Our groomers started running the trails on Monday the 7th (without the drags attached yet) just to start packing down the trails, especially in wet areas so they can start freezing in better. Drags should be added to the groomers sometime over the next few days if weather predictions are correct.
The big news is the weather we’re expecting over late Tuesday night, all of Wednesday and into Thursday. We’re presently under a “winter storm warning” until early Thursday morning. Very cold temperatures with high winds will make for blizzard like conditions so please use great caution if you’re heading up here during that time frame. After the initial snow on Wednesday there are predictions of “lake effect snow” later in the week. Snow totals through Wednesday night are expected to run around 18-inches, with more later in the week. Temperatures are expected to run close to zero for night temps and mostly teens for daytime. Layer your clothing, bring extra socks along to always keep feet dry and warm, always keep your fuel tank as full as possible to avoid being stranded and avoid any uncovered skin while sledding as frostbite can occur quickly in these conditions.
Just a quick note to let you know the fuel situation in the west end of the U.P. as it stands now. There are presently NO gas stations open in Silver City, however the Konteka in White Pine, Ontonagon, Rockland, Bergland and of course the usual businesses on Lake Gogebic still sell fuel. But if you’re leaving Wakefield and heading up trail #11 you want to make sure you’ve got a full tank first.
That said, we’re all eager to see all of you up here as soon as can be! Just please travel safe!
For any additional information about the Lake Gogebic area please log onto the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call toll free at 888-GOGEBIC (888.464.3242). Have a great day!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Tuesday, December 08, 2009 at 19:46:03 (PST)
Hello all snowmobilers!! I know you’re all getting anxious to get up here and back out on your snowmobiles once again. At the present time groomers are not running, which is the usual for this early in the season. We need to wait for colder temps to freeze up wet areas (which are conditions present on most areas of our trails). The good news is we’re presently under a “lake effect snow warning” for most of our area through Friday with amounts up to an additional foot or so (on top of the approx. 6-inches we already have). Plus, nighttime temps are finally cooling off into the mid to high teens with daytime temps in the 20’s….a good start. Our groomer drivers were out for a good portion of this fall brushing, and resigning where needed, all 155 miles of our trail system so they should all be good to go as soon as the groomers can head out.
We would like to take this opportunity to remind all snowmobilers about just some of the trail rules. Always give the groomer the right of way by pulling over, or if needed, pulling off the trail. Groomers can easily get stuck off the trail and they’re a real bear to get them “unstuck”. Always ride only on designated trails to prevent any problems or trail closures from private property owners who have been kind enough to give us access to run our trails on their property. Ride single file on all trails at all times to prevent head-on collisions. Use reasonable speeds for conditions…and just try to use some good common sense wherever you’re riding. That said, we’re all eager to get snowmobile season started up here and are looking forward to seeing you all again for another spectacular snowmobile season! I will keep you posted as conditions change as often as possible so keep checking back.
For any additional information about the Lake Gogebic area please log onto the only official website of The Lake Gogebic Area Chamber of Commerce at
www.LakeGogebicArea.com or call toll free at 888-GOGEBIC (888.464.3242). Have a great day!
Carolyn at the Hoop <info@lakegogebicarea.com>
- Thursday, December 03, 2009 at 15:36:28 (PST)
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