Trail Conditions: Early Season
Snow Cover: 3-8"
Date of Report: December 21, 2025
Snowmobile Information:
Ok, today was my first run. I did not see any sleds, but did run into trail boss Nick in the pickup. We both agreed for low snow, we are in good shape right now. Starting south at Mattke Rd, it is thinner down there. You see more gravel between there and F. F trail is thin, but runnable. 17 starting at Wishow Rd going north is great. There is an ice base with snow on top, so the more studs you have, the happier you will be. Trail 1 up Stearns Lake Rd has snow to run. If the plows don’t scrape to the dirt line, we are good for now. Raven Lake area is wide open, and good. Trail 5 into the casino is thinner, but good.17 from 5 north is great. I ran up to our Kiosk on the grade at the iron county line, and other than about 200 yards around the bridge, the grade is great. A couple of hearty souls have bypassed the bridge. No wet spots I could see. The high winds helped us in the marsh. Anyone thinking of riding south to visit will have a good run. Cold temps have been an asset. Nick said we will pan tonight, Sunday. I won’t be grooming until further notice, so if you see a blond guy that looks 7 feet tall in the tractor, that is my replacement. I would say Christmas will be good riding, just keep an eye on warmer temps, and sunshine. Have a Merry Christmas! Mark