Tomahawk-Minocqua Trails 2-22-18

[Attak man]

We didn't get the expected snowfall earlier this week, however we did get 1-2 inches across the area with an 1/8 to 1/4 inch of ice from freezing rain, and it's been cold at night (4 above this morning)...that little bit of ice, and snow has helped the high traffic areas a bit.. the railroad grades (Hiawatha, Bearskin, the 17 trail)really took a beating last week..they are improved, but I would still list them as fair (with some good spots, and some bad spots)...the wooded trails however are really good....the clubs have been out and grooming, and where they have groomed, are flat and white....once you get away from the high traffic areas, its really nice out there....AND we are under a winter weather advisory for tonight with a possible 2-3 inches of snow, plus a bit of freezing rain..if we get the expected snowfall, the railroad grades will be vastly improved, and we shouldn't have as many bare parking lots or roads that you have to ride....the little bit of snow we got earlier this week, really helped a lot in that area.

I would definitely get out and ride if you can...expecting 30s next week...there's lots of snow in the woods, but this time of the year temps in the 30s can deteriorate high traffic areas in towns, especially the railroad grades quickly. The trails north and west of tomahawk are again the best of the area right now...the 10 corridor, and trails north of the willow towards pike lake are excellent right now. As usual, it's thinner in the pine forested areas, and the corners are very icy in spots, so watch your speed.

 

[Attak man]

Update....snowing heavily right now...local weather now saying 2 to 4 inches...will update in the morning

 

[Attak man]

Pleasant surprise....5 1/2 inches of snow over night...heading out for a ride later this morning.

 

[catalac]

Pleasant surprise....5 1/2 inches of snow over night...heading out for a ride later this morning.

Sweet! I think you guys are in line to get some more too.

 

[Attak man]

Yep...just got a weather alert from one of the local weather guys he's calling for 4 to 6 inches for us Saturday into sunday....gonna be some great riding this weekend and into early next week.

 

[junior]

I was hoping to be there one last time. With the snow last night and predicted for tomorrow night, I wanted to come up next weekend. But with temps in upper 30' all week guessing it will not be worth my 6 hour drive. Every year seems to get bad at end of February. I used to enjoy that area first and second week of March. Not bitter cold and traffic was less

 

[Attak man]

I wouldn't give up yet...there is a ton of snow in the woods...and if we get the snow today (winterstorm warning for minocqua area...4 to 8 inches expected...3 to 5 from Tomahawk and south)...it might be alright by next weekend as well....while the high traffic areas through towns and the railroad grades will definately take a hit with warmer weather...certainly parking lots will be bare by the end of the week....but don't give up...there is too much snow out there (we haven't had snow like this at the end of February in years and there is 20 inches or more of ice on most of the lakes up here)....plan your routes accordingly and you will be fine...DONT PUT THOSE SLEDS AWAY YET!!

 

[catalac]

Sure looks like it's melting already up there, looking on the webcams anyway.

 

[snobuilder]

Huge traffic totals seen as we skirted east of Vilas/Oneida Counties today.
2 -2.5' feet off trail in northern section should keep for awhile if you want to ride forest rds.
Kept thinking how great we have it to the east of youse where your traffic is always citylike.
Trails were mashed potatoes and took a good beating.
More snow as I type.
Sunday should keep well with new snow, lower traffic and temps below freezing.
The rest of the week's highs look warmer than anyone likes.

 

[old abe]

Thanks snobuilder. Just as thought, and the rest of the week looks to be very unhelpful!!!!!!!!!!!! I remain hopeful, and will not throw in the towel. At least 1 more trip!!!

 

[1fujifilm]

Thanks snobuilder. Just as thought, and the rest of the week looks to be very unhelpful!!!!!!!!!!!! I remain hopeful, and will not throw in the towel. At least 1 more trip!!!

Hey Abe,
I sent you a private message.

Bear

 

[Attak man]

Yep 3 to 5 more inches in the northwoods over night...getting good reports from riders..wooded trails are excellent...even the grades weren't bad yesterday...wanted to get out today...but got called into work...looks beautiful out there....had 5 different groups of riders in yesterday...all said it was great out there...they were having a blast. This snow has been so good for the businesses up here...cant remember the last time we had decent riding heading into march.

 

[hrdrckr]

Just got back from tomahawk area and the trails were amazing to say to say the least. Friday we were the first ones on the trails and Saturday was amazing as well and it snowed last night too.

 

[sjb]

Any thoughts if the trails to the NW of Tomahawk will hold up into Friday and Saturday of this upcoming week? Traveling to SC for work all week, back late on Thursday. Can't be up there until Friday morning.

 

[snowrat]

Any thoughts if the trails to the NW of Tomahawk will hold up into Friday and Saturday of this upcoming week? Traveling to SC for work all week, back late on Thursday. Can't be up there until Friday morning.

Heavy traffic this weekend. High temps this week will hurt. Another late week snow would be helpful.

1st tracks out of Lk Tom on Friday AM to St Germain, Star Lake, Sayner, Birch lake, Rhinelander and back.

Satuday was frozen fog early AM...1st tracks almost to Sayner...had to head back with sled with bad stator. Turned around and ran to Birch Lake for early lunch and Back on trailer and on the road by 1230. Trails were awesome but traffic was getting heavy.

 

[Swampy]

Groomers are going to be out at night when we can. We're not done yet. Trails with southern exposure will probably take a hit this week but there's
a lot of snow in the woods. All we can do is wait and see what Mother Nature does. Took a ride Sunday afternoon into the evening and trails were getting
choppy but very rideable. Groomers were out last night and wouldn't you know it, we just happened to pass one. Taking a ride to Alpine tonight for $1.50 burgers.

 

[thugboy]

trails were great in tomahawk area this past weekend groomers were out every night new snow sat night
not sure what its going to be after warm temps this week still a lot of snow in the woods

 

[DooZ]

Best conditions of the year for 3 days this past weekend, everywhere was good even the Bearskin...lol. Unfortunatley it looks like easy come, easy go though...wth

 

[timo]

I concur best trails I've ridden on in a few years for the amount of miles we put on. were the first ones on groomed trails morning and night. A quick 500 mile weekend was a great way to end the year. trails maybe rideable this weekend but will be toast by sunday. 55 in Marinette today, 60 degrees down here today got me thinking golf clubs now.

Best conditions of the year for 3 days this past weekend, everywhere was good even the Bearskin...lol. Unfortunatley it looks like easy come, easy go though...wth