Trail Conditions: Excellent
Snow Cover: 10-12
Date of Report: February 12, 2026
Area Report:
Sawyer County snowmobile trails are OPEN and in excellent condition!
Groomers are out and reporting that trails are laying down nice and flat. There is plenty of snow both on the trails and in the woods, allowing crews to pull snow into corners, potholes, and crossings as needed. Grooming continues during freezing hours to help preserve the base.
This weekend will be warm — no doubt about it. Trails will soften at times, and heavy traffic may rough up some areas. Open trails near roads and road routes may begin to brown from sun exposure, traffic, and road spray (sand and salt). Wooded trails remain well protected and will offer the best coverage and riding conditions.
Lake travel:
Lakes are currently in good shape, but with warmer daytime temperatures and increased traffic, expect some slush to develop. Overnight freezes can make lake surfaces rough in the mornings and evenings. Ride cautiously, stay on marked trails, and be especially careful when traveling off-trail to private lodging — slush can freeze hard and create rough conditions.
⚠️ Please note: a road has been reported plowed on Nelson Lake, and another on Round Lake off the Peninsula boat launch.
In summary: Trails are open, groomed, and ready to ride! This weekend should be great. With warm temperatures and a busy holiday weekend (Presidents Day on Monday), trail conditions will be reassessed after the weekend once we can better evaluate wear, temperatures, and the forecast ahead.
For now, enjoy what we have and take it week by week. The next full trail update will come next week.
Ride right and ride safe! 🛷❄️