Reports Archive - Snowtracks

Trail Report – : Sayner, Wisconsin – January 28, 2026

Reporter:SaynerStar Lake Barnstormers
Trail Conditions: Excellent
Snow Cover: Decent
Date of Report: January 28, 2026
Area Report:

The majority of the Barnstormer’s trail system is in excellent condition and continues to groom out nicely. There are some select areas with deeper ruts/mogals that will only get better with some fresh wet snow to fill them. Trail 7 north out of Star Lake is our most challenging section due to heavy traffic and no new snow. Ice is becoming more exposed in corners, so please be aware of this.

While we aren’t always able to groom our entire system every night, we are grooming nightly. We’re trying to make sure all sections get done at least every other night.

As I’ve mentioned previously, you will find your best riding in the mornings and early afternoons. Areas with high traffic can get beat up rather quickly, but overall, there is some amazing riding available!

Remember, if you aren’t able to keep your sled on your side of the trail as you enter corners, 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, 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 28, 2026

Reporter:Holly t

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Snow Cover: Hard ice base – Hard snow cover – need fresh snow

Date of Report: January 28, 2026

Area Report:

1/28/2026 – 6:20am – 6 below – High 6

SNO-EAGLES
EAGLE RIVER TRAILS
Very Good to Excellent
Frozen Icy Base – Hard SNOW Cover – Fresh SNOW needed
As you ride should you come across any issues pleased call Dan at 262.951.6519.

Starting Saturday the temps will be in the 20’s during the day for a week. At night down in the single digits or 10-12 degrees at night. Great riding weather. Traffic should pick up this week.

Trails could use some fresh SNOW which seems to be in short supply over the next week. A little Sunday night, Tuesday night into Wednesday night. Does not look like much so time for a SNOW DANCE

GTS – Groomer Tracking System reports a 1/2 grooming session late yesterday, last night into this early morning:

Head north from the groomer barn behind Circle K gas station Trail 10/13 up Adams Rd to the turn through the frozen swamp area.

Trail 17/3 east & north to where is connects with 10/13 mid way between Eagle River & Conover

From the 17/3 reconnect with 10/13, north on 10/13 to the left onto the Wisconsin River Bridge area heading west. Crossing the bridge.

After crossing bridge heading west on 10/7 to the St. Germain/Sayner connect.

Trail Updates

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

Eagle Lake was marked by businesses. There are 3 color safety lights at entrance & exit from/to the lake trail

Catfish Lake is NOT MARKED. Uncertain it will open as there are no businesses open on the lake this winter. If you have not ridden the lake in the past DO NOT ATTEMPT at night. There are spots that can be thin or even open water. NO safety lights

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

Going out to ride some longer miles this week & will have a more detailed report. Expecting heavier traffic this weekend.

See ya on trails!

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 29 – February 1, 2026 – USA Hockey Pond Hockey National Championships
February 3, 2026 – BOD meeting 6 pm @ Veterans Resource Center – Closed Session
February 5, 2026 – SNO)Sno-Eagles Night Out) at Burnt Bridge – 5pm
February 14, 2026 – Trailside Cookout – Eagle River Farmers Market 10-3
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
April 7, 2026 – BOD meeting 6 pm @ Veterans Resource Center – Closed Session

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 – : Rhinelander, Wisconsin – January 27, 2026

Reporter:Hodag SnoTrails

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Snow Cover: solid base

Date of Report: January 27, 2026

Area Report:

The cold snap last weekend allowed the trails to tighten up. They are hard and flat. There was minimal traffic with the extreme cold temperatures, so the trails have been maintained their status. The trails are in the best shape of the season.

Enjoy the trails and the pitstops in the Rhinelander area. It doesn’t get much better than this.

The groomers are back out on the regular, daily schedule.

Woohoo, let’s ride.

Trail Report – : Spooner and Washburn County, Wisconsin – January 27, 2026

Reporter:Washburn County

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 6 – 8″ Base

Date of Report: January 27, 2026

Area Report:

At this time ALL Trails in Washburn County are now officially open. With the recent snow accumulations trails are now packed and groomed and have a sustainable trail base. Additional snow accumulations have helped the trails out tremendously and grooming reports have been coming in with positive feedback. All trails across the County are in good condition. Remember that grooming and maintenance activities continue throughout the season. Use caution while riding, watch for trail equipment, and enjoy the trails responsibly. 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 ice conditions continue to vary and traveling on any lake is never 100% safe. Washburn County Forestry does not maintain anything past the high ground point. Please use caution if you are out on any lake.

Trail Report – : Phelps, Wisconsin – January 27, 2026

Reporter:Phelps Snowmobile Club

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Snow Cover: 18″-24″

Date of Report: January 27, 2026

Area Report:

What a chilly weekend! Temperatures have improved a bit. Lows tonight of -10–15 with highs in the low single digits. Big warm up by the weekend with highs Saturday & Sunday in the low 20’s and lows at night in the low teens. Trails are being groomed and are in excellent conditions. Come on up and experience a great snowmobiling adventure!

News and Reports:

PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PHELPS RADAR RUN WAS CACELED IS SCHEDULD FOR THIS SATURDAY, JANUARY 31ST, 2026, FROM 9:00-3:00 ON NORTH TWIN LAKE BY THE BOAT LANDING NEAR THE GREAT ESCAPE.

Snowmobile Information:

Please ride right! Stay to the right side of the trail, watch your speed, don’t ride beyond your headlights, and don’t drink and drive! N9ght time speed limit in Wisconsin is 55 mph. Lakes included.

Trail Report – : Eagle River, Wisconsin – January 27, 2026

Reporter:Holly t

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Snow Cover: Hard ice base – plenty of SNOW on top – but hard SNOW

Date of Report: January 27, 2026

Area Report:

1/27/2026 – 6:55am – 1 below – High 5

SNO-EAGLES
EAGLE RIVER TRAILS
Very Good to Excellent
Frozen Icy Base – With plenty SNOW
As you ride should you come across any issues pleased call Dan at 262.951.6519.

Arctic blast looks to be over. Single digits above zero during the day until Friday when temps will move into the 20’s during the day & single digits above zero at night from this Friday through next Friday. Great time to ride.

A schiff of SNOW overnight. Under an inch. No other SNOW forecast over the next week. Let’s hope for some Lake Effect which doesn’t show on long term forecasts. SNOW on ground is hard from the cold so please slow down.

Full grooming last night with 3 exceptions.
Trail 1 from the north to the Eagle Lake Boat Launch & Trail 1 from the south to Eagle Lake entrance by Chanticleer not groomed.

Club Trail of Trail 10/7 that comes out to Hwy G not groomed
Trail 13N from the westside of the Wisconsin River Bridge heading north to the Buckatabon area not groomed.

Trail Updates

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.

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

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

Short report this morning.

Time to ride! See ya on the trails!

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 29 – February 1, 2026 – USA Hockey Pond Hockey National Championships
February 3, 2026 – BOD meeting 6 pm @ Veterans Resource Center – Closed Session
February 5, 2026 – SNO)Sno-Eagles Night Out) at Burnt Bridge – 5pm
February 14, 2026 – Trailside Cookout – Eagle River Farmers Market 10-3
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
April 7, 2026 – BOD meeting 6 pm @ Veterans Resource Center – Closed Session

Snowmobile Information:

Trail Report – : Lake Gogebic | Bergland, Michigan – January 27, 2026

Reporter:AJ’s Walleye Lodge

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Snow Cover: Excellent

Date of Report: January 27, 2026

Area Report:

Lake Gogebic Area Snowmobile Trail Report

All Lake Gogebic Area snowmobile trails are currently in excellent condition! Groomers have been out consistently, the entire system is well covered, and there are no issues to report at this time. Temperatures remain cold with light flurries in the forecast — perfect weather for riding.

A huge thank you to our groomers and volunteers who work tirelessly to keep the trails in top shape. Your dedication makes all the difference!

👉 Mark your calendars for the 3rd Annual Yooper Poker Run – March 13–14.

Event details are available at www.ajslodgenadoven.com.

🎟️ You can also support the Lake Gogebic Area Groomers by purchasing 50/50 raffle tickets at participating Lake Gogebic Area businesses.

Think snow, ride right, and enjoy the trails! ❄️🏁

Trail Report – : Spooner and Washburn County, Wisconsin – January 26, 2026

Reporter:Washburn County

Trail Conditions: Good

Snow Cover: 6 – 8″ Base

Date of Report: January 26, 2026

Area Report:

Trail Report – : Hayward / Sawyer County, Wisconsin – January 26, 2026

Reporter:haywardlakes

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Snow Cover: 10-12

Date of Report: January 26, 2026

Area Report:

Trail conditions are excellent. Many grooming operations paused over the weekend with the double-digit below zero temps for the safety of our volunteers and because those temperatures are hard on the equipment. The trails held up very well with the cold, but groomers will be back out this week getting things freshened up. There is some snow in the forecast and more comfortable temperatures ahead for the upcoming weekend. If you haven’t planned your trip to Sawyer County yet, what are you waiting for?! See you on the trails!

Trail Report – : Land O’ Lakes, Wisconsin – January 26, 2026

Reporter:Phil

Trail Conditions: Excellent

Snow Cover: Looks like Winter…NICE

Date of Report: January 26, 2026

Area Report:

With -38 degree temps Friday and Saturday nights we did not groom as it was dangerous for the well being of the drivers and the equipment. Light traffic meant the trails were still flat and white. Normal temps returning today (only -23 this morning) so nightly grooming has resumed.

News and Reports:

Trails are in great shape. The cold snap has firmed up the lakes. Stay by the barrels and please stay on the marked trails. Land Owner complaints have been minimal so far this season on the Frosty Club trail system so Thank You riders.

Snowmobile Information:

Candlelight Bowling Jan 31. Call The Alley to reserve your space or show up that night to cheer on the bowlers and support the Frosty Club. Festivities start at 6pm

Radar Run at Bent’s Camp on Saturday, Feb 14th. Runs start at 10 am and the bikini run takes place at 4 pm. Check out www.frostysnoclub.com contact Bents for more info.

A very limited # of $50 raffle tickets left so get yours today.