Western U.P. Snowmobile Lodging Guide with Interactive Map
According to my handy yardstick, at 5:00 this a.m. we had 21″ of fresh snow outside my back door in Bessemer and it was still coming down,though lightly. Suffice it to say, we have lots.
Both the Gogebic Range Trail Authority and Gogebic Area Groomers are out-either prepping or grooming, depending on what they encounter-still dealing with wet areas, but cold temps for the next two days should help firm them up. Expecting word from Watersmeet later today, so will add them to tomorrows report. Keep in mind, although MI trails are open as of December 1st, they may or may not be groomed. WI Trails will open December 14th, snow and weather permitting.
Check out web cams throughout the area to see the snow amounts for yourself. Find links on our website at westernup.info
Here is the view from the webcam at Porcupine Lodge located in White Pine - a few miles south of Porcupine Mountains State Park.
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Western U.P. Trail Reports
Categories: Featured, Trail Reports
Western U.P. - Trail Report - 03/16
Base 10 inches — Weekend was extremely mild, and contrary to the forecast, overnight lows did NOT go down into the 20’s, thus trails unable to be groomed. All slush and mud anyway, so altho the song isn’t over, for sure the Fat Lady is singing. Upcoming week forecast is for more of the same mild temps-the legendary St. Patrick’s Day Storm is out of the picture for this year and unless something unforeseen happens, (which it has been known to) this could be all she wrote.
CURRENT TRAIL CONDITIONS:
I will be getting in touch with all the grooming clubs today just to get their official take-I’m sure there’s still some riding in select areas, but they would require trailering in and wouldn’t really offer what we call the Big Snow Country experience. In other words, most likely not worth it.
Will let you know what we find out ASAP.
We’ve just been enformed there is now gas available in White Pine at the Konteka so you shouldn’t run into a problem if you’re heading for the Porkies…For those who haven’t been here yet this year, the gas station in Silver City is closed.
You can take a look at web cams throughout the area to check out the snow for yourself. Find links on our website at westernup.info
Should we get a dumping of snow and cold, the season officially ends on March 31st.
The Gogebic Range Trail Authority (GRTA) is based in the Western Upper Peninsula town of Bessemer, MI where average annual snowfall exceeds 200″.
We are a non-profit organization dedicated to the maintenance and improvement of 112 miles of snowmobile trails in and around Bessemer, Ironwood and Wakefield. Our trails are groomed entirely by volunteers. Funding for our work is provided partly by snowmobile permit funds which are distributed by the Michigan DNR and partly by contributions from snowmobile enthusiasts and local businesses.
Snowmobile trail grooming is our primary focus (and a full time effort) in the winter. The winter of ‘07/’08 had us working the trails from December 1st through April 4th (DNR extended season) with little weather related down time.
But, the other 3 seasons involve a lot of work that is less visible. The GRTA is responsible for signing all trails to the requirements of the DNR. We repair bridges, brush the trails, negotiate easements, maintain the equipment, grade the trails and apply for State funding for trail improvement projects.
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Lake Gogebic Sport Center
Categories: Snowmobile Rentals, Snowmobile Sales
Lake Gogebic Sport Center is a friendly, family-run business that has been sharing and promoting Lake Gogebic motor sports since 1993. Located on M-28, 3.5 miles west of Bergland, we have direct access to all of the local trails. Lake Gogebic Sport Center is a one-stop outfitter, carrying a full line of parts, accessories and clothing to get you on the Lake Gogebic’s renowned trails. From our free store-side parking area, you can easily ride to any of your favorite destinations. The coffee is always on at our place, waiting your return from the Lake Gogebic trail system, the Porcupine Mountains or beyond.
Our service department is the only Polaris Master Service Dealer in the Lake Gogebic area and boasts a combined 125 years of mechanical experience.
Winter Hours
Monday thru Saturday - 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Sunday - 9 a.m. to NOON
Lake Gogebic Sport Center
1758 W M-28
Bergland, MI 49910
(800)424-2990 — Toll Free
(906)575-3466
Western U.P. Snowmobile Photos
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Jay’s Resort - Watersmeet
Categories: Lodging, Watersmeet
Jay’s Resort is right on beautiful Thousand Island Lake in the Western U.P. Since 1950, we have been offering a great place to “get away from it all,” to fish, boat, swim, snowmobile, ski, and just enjoy. Snowmobilers have access to the Western U.P. trail system directly from their door while cross-country skiers can enjoy miles and miles of cross-country trails in the nearby Sylvania Wilderness Area.
Jay’s Resort
E19848 Thousand Island Lake Road
Watersmeet, MI 49969
1-906-358-4300
Wake to the smell of freshly brewed coffee and delight your taste buds with our delicious home-baked cinnamon rolls. We have Delightful Historical Rooms, Charming Victorian Rooms, Cheerful Country Rooms & our newest Study/Bedroom — and all have inside access to our cozy fireside room. All rooms have private bathrooms and color cable TV. Saunas are available by reservations. Tour individual rooms for options available. 50’s ice cream parlour & soda fountain, great desserts and food. Come up and play some golf on one of 4 courses close to the Inn. Schedule a fall color trip and see nature in its most colorful splendor. 5 Major downhill resorts, miles of Nordic trails and 2000 miles of snowmobiling. Special occasions are our specialty. Gift certificates available.
Regal Country Inn
1602 East Highway 2
Wakefield, MI 49968
906-229-5122
regalinn@charterinternet.com
Rent your very own vacation ‘haus’ in Montreal’s Historic District and you’ll be based in one of Iron County’s most scenic and unique attractions. Two bedroom, 1 bath, sauna, sleeps up to 8. Close to hiking, snowmobiling and cross-country ski trails, and within easy reach of all four major ski resorts. We have discount ski coupons for Whitecap Mountains, Indianhead, and Blackjack.
Montreal Haus Rental
1132 W. Packard Street
Appleton, WI 54914
1-920-733-5766
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Mountain View Lodges - Silver City
Categories: Lodging, Ontonagon - Porkies
Mountain View Lodges offers contemporary, luxurious, two bedroom cabins with fully equipped kitchens, wood burning fireplaces and screened in porches. Scenically located on the shores of Lake Superior at the foothills of the Porcupine Mountains, Mountain View Lodges provides close proximity to down-hill and cross country skiing, snow mobile trails, miles of hiking trails, charter fishing, abundant waterfalls and many other four season activities. Our cabins are perfect for a get-away trip to fully enjoy nature in all of it’s beauty. After a day of hiking or fishing, enjoy grilling out and having a campfire outside or romantic fire inside.
Mountain View Lodges
M-107
Silver City, MI 49953
906-885-5256
reservations@mtnviewlodges.com
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Scott’s Superior Inn - Ontonagon
Categories: Lodging, Ontonagon - Porkies
Scott’s Superior Inn & Cabins is situated on the shores of Lake Superior near the Porcupine Mountains in Michigan’s Western Upper Peninsula. Our property features an inviting lobby, with a large fireplace, a spacious fire-placed recreation room that allows lively competition at foosball, pool and other games. Rooms are attractively furnished and beautifully carpeted for quiet and luxurious relaxation. We offer lodging with direct access to the scenic, groomed snowmobile trails of the Western U.P.
Scott’s Superior Inn
22554 Lakeshore Road
Ontonagon, MI 49953-9603
906-884-4866
sctts@charter.net
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Wildernest is a premier chalet located in the Village of Indianhead Mountain. The chalet has two units which are surrounded by wooded lots with walking and snowmobile trails. Indianhead Ski Hill is about a block away with Blackjack and Big Powderhorn Mountain only 5-10 minutes away. Wildernest I, with it’s open floor plan can accommodate 10 guests. Wildernest II, is a cozy, yet roomy lower unit with full views of the surrounding wooded area and can accomodate 6 people. Both units have their own private jacuzzi tub and fireplace.
Wildernest Chalet I & II
Indianhead Mountain Road
Wakefield, MI 49968
800-461-3426
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Located on the east end of Ironwood, on US Highway #2, formerly the Sandpiper Motel, offers 25 Comfortable/Clean Rooms with Remote Color Cable TV, A/C, and Phones. Five Downhill Ski Areas Nearby (Indianhead, Blackjack, Powderhorn,Whitecap and the Porkies!). Direct Access to Snowmobile Trail #2 and Hundreds of Miles of Trails! Fireside Spa / Hot Tub and Authentic Cedar Sauna. In Room Refrigerator and VCR available, Morning Coffee, Free Continental Breakfast (during Peak Season only).
Classic Motor Inn
1200 East US 2
Ironwood, MI 49938
906-932-2000
Located on US Hwy 2 in the heart of Big Snow Country. Near gas, groceries, dining, and 4 miles from Ironwood. Lounge next door. Snowmobile to your motel room from scenic trail #2. Drive a few minutes to major ski hills or 30 minutes to breathtaking waterfalls and Lake Superior. Treat yourself to comfortable rooms with 75 cable TV channels, air conditioning, in-room coffee, free local phone calls and lots of parking for boats or trailers. Smoking and non-smoking. Refrigerators and microwaves available. Dogs are welcome with advance notice. Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover accepted.
The Bluffs Inn
West U.S. Hwy 2
Bessemer, MI 49911
906-667-0311 (Reservations: 1-866-667-3317)
Peterson’s Cottages is located in a quiet, wooded setting on the sandy shores of magnificent Lake Superior, just 15 minutes from the world-class Porcupine Mountain Wilderness State Park, and offers fully-equipped housekeeping cottages for the discriminating traveler. Snowmobile from your cottage to the excellent trails of the Western U.P., and/or experience the Alpine and Nordic ski areas of the Porkies- a winter wonderland awaits.
Peterson’s Chalet Cottages
287 Lakeshore Road
Ontonagon, MI 49953
906-884-4230
petcot@up.net
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Superior Shores - Ontonagon
Categories: Lodging, Ontonagon - Porkies
Superior Shores Resort is located on a beautiful sandy beach on Lake Superior. The resort is 5 miles west of Ontonagon, MI, located on Michigan’s Upper Peninsula and is the perfect choice for your next Michigan vacation. Our resort’s beach is the ideal spot for swimming and agate hunting. We have motel rooms and cottages. Our townhouse style cottages feature a full-size bed or a queen-size sofa sleeper on the first floor in the living area, and one room upstairs with a full-size bed and some units have a set of bunkbeds.
Superior Shores
1823 M-64
Ontonagon, MI 49953
800-344-5355
info@superior-shores-resort.com
Rocky Shores is a newly refurbished log vacation home set well back from the road. Beautifully located on a large secluded lot on the shore of Lake Superior, it is less than one mile from Porcupine Mountain State Park. It features a beautiful fireplace in a large open-beam living room, which looks out onto nearly 200 feet of Lake Superior shore line. It has 3 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, and comfortable accommodations for up to 8 people. And it’s also great for honeymooners.
Rocky Shores Vacation Home
M-107
Silver City, MI 49953
906-885-5412
info@rockyshoresup.com
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Porcupine Lodge - White Pine
Categories: Lodging, Ontonagon - Porkies
Porcupine Lodge, LLC offers a home away from home with 6 fully furnished condos. Each condo sleeps 1 to 8 people and comes with two spacious bedrooms, one with a king bed, and the other two full-sized beds. Two of the condos are non-smoking. Our living rooms feature a queen-size sofa sleeper and two recliners for relaxing after a day of recreation. Entertainment includes free cable TV and a VCR/DVD player. Your own private telephone line is also available for use. Each condo has fully-equipped kitchen with appliances and a dining area. We also have a large lot for parking your vehicle and trailer, snowmobiles and ATVs. The Lodge is just off the beautifully groomed Trail 1, which makes our place a convenient place for snowmobilers to stay.
Porcupine Lodge, LLC
1033 Michigan Avenue
White Pine, MI 49971
1-800-865-9305
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The Timbers Resort - Bergland
Categories: Lake Gogebic, Lodging
A Great Family Resort open year round for hunters, fishermen, hikers, skiers, sightseers, snowmobilers and more. We are located on the North end of Lake Gogebic on Hwy 28 in Bergland, Michigan. The Timbers is open year round with nine comfortable housekeeping cottages that can accommodate from one to ten guests and are fully furnished.Full Kitchens/Stove/Refrigerators * Microwaves/Coffee Makers * Cable TV * Guest Laundry * Gas, Groceries & Restaurants within walking Distance * Picnic Tables/Charcoal Grills * Swimming Area/Camp Fire * Two‹120 ft. Docks * Heated Garage * Ample Parking * Trail Access
The Timbers Resort
P.O. Box 278
HWY M-28
Bergland, MI 49910
906-575-3542
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