UPCOMING

FRI, JAN 23, 2026

Junior Noque
Al Quall Recreation Area, Ishpeming, MI

SAT, JAN 24, 2026

Great Lakes Division Junior National Qualifier - Freestyle Individual Start
Ariens Nordic Center, Brillion, WI

Noquemanon Ski Marathon
Ishpeming, MI

FLASH RACE to support Reid Goble
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

Free Beginner Ski Lesson
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

Bavarian Ski Festival
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SUN, JAN 25, 2026

Great Lakes Division Junior National Qualifier - Classic Individual Start / Mixed Relay
Ariens Nordic Center, Brillion, WI

Beech Nuts Junior Nordic Race
Nub's Nob, 500 Nub’s Nob Road, Harbor Springs, MI 49740

Learn to Skate Ski Clinic
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

WED, JAN 28, 2026

Kids Learn to Ski Program
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

FRI, JAN 30, 2026

Winter Feast
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SAT, JAN 31, 2026

Masters World Cup 2026 in Sappada/ITA - Middle Distance Races
Sappada - Forni Avoltri, Italy

Forbush Freestyle
Forbush Corner, 4971 W County Road 612, Frederic, MI 49733 (989-889-2843)

Free Beginner Ski Lesson
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

SUN, FEB 1, 2026

Masters World Cup 2026 in Sappada/ITA - Short Distance Races
Sappada - Forni Avoltri, Italy

Meijer State Games - Hanson Hills Classic
Hanson Hills Recreation Area, 7601 Old Lake Rd, Grayling, Michigan 49738 (989-348-9266)

Paella on the Sun Deck (noon and 2:00pm)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

Live Music with Kat and Wil (2:00-4:00)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

Kat & Logan Live (2:00-4:00)
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

TUE, FEB 3, 2026

Masters World Cup 2026 in Sappada/ITA - Relay Races
Sappada - Forni Avoltri, Italy

WED, FEB 4, 2026

Masters World Cup 2026 in Sappada/ITA - Long Distance Races
Sappada - Forni Avoltri, Italy

Kids Learn to Ski Program
Huron Meadows Metropark, 8765 Hammel Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

THU, FEB 5, 2026

Masters World Cup 2026 in Sappada/ITA - Long Distance Races
Sappada - Forni Avoltri, Italy

SAT, FEB 7, 2026

Super Bowl Foodie Face-Off!
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

White Pine Stampede
Mancelona High School, 9300 W Limits Rd; Mancelona MI 49659

Pre-Birkie 26K and 42K
Hayward, Wisconson

Valley Spur Classic 5/10k
Valley Spur, E8017 State Highway M-94, Munising, MI

Free Beginner Ski Lesson
Cross Country Ski Headquarters, 9435 N. Cut Rd., Roscommon, MI 48653 (800-832-2663)

Barnelopet
Maasto Hiihto, Hancock

2026 Winter Olympics - Women's 10 + 10 km Skiathlon
Tesero Cross-Country Skiing Stadium, Italy

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LATEST TRAIL CONDITIONS

FRI, JAN 23

Cross Country Ski Headquarters: Due to subzero temperatures, we are not grooming the trails today. The trails are open, but if you ski, be sure to dress like you're crossing Antartica, It is currently -4 F, with a wind chill of -12 F. Tomorrow should be a balmy 6 degrees by 2pm, and we'll have the fires stoked for a very hearty Bavarian Ski Festival!

Hiawatha Highlands: Happy Friday Morning!! I know, this sounds like a broken record, but it's another absolutely gorgeous morning after last night's snowfall! It is a very crisp morning, with the temperature -23 C.

The groomer was out early this morning, finishing around 9 a.m. -- the Red Pine system, the Crystal system, the Pinder system and the 2k Lighted (in that order) were all Piston Bully groomed for both classic and skate, and looking amazing!

We hope everybody has a fantastic day.....bundle up and stay warm!!

Forbush Corner: We will be open today, but don’t hurry out. We are delaying opening to 10am.
If venturing out, heed the weather warnings and dress appropriately for conditions. Trails were packed and tilled late yesterday, and full system grooming for skate and classic are in process first thing this morning.

Hanson Hills: Nordic Operations Update

Friday, January 23rd & Saturday, January 24th, 2026

With the extreme cold and winter weather moving into our area, we’ve made the tough call to close Nordic operations Friday and Saturday, and we will not be grooming during this time.

The combination of extreme cold and strong winds increases the risk of falling limbs and debris, which makes being on the trail unsafe for our groomers. On top of that, with blowing snow and drifting, any grooming we attempted would be inefficient and short-lived, making it difficult to keep trails in a usable condition.

This is never an easy decision. Our grooming team takes a lot of pride in the trail system, but the safety of our staff and everyone who uses the trails has to come first.

We have not yet made a decision regarding Sunday operations and will continue to watch the forecast closely and share updates as soon as we can.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support—we truly appreciate it.

THU, JAN 22

Stoney Creek Metropark: Plenty of snow in woods and on golf course, woods was nicer, less wind. Trail was soft, easy climbing but not much speed on downhills. Only classic tracks were skier produced; it would be nice if the foot traffic would stop walking in the ski tracks.

Independance Oaks: Entire system was rolled this afternoon and hardened up fast. Wind was rough on the east side of the lake. West side more sheltered. Park at nature center to cut the wind chill. Today Swix blue, tomorrow Polar. Fashion advice for the weekend, if you've got it wear it.

Milham Park Golf Course: The saying feast or famine comes to mind...tons of fresh snow made packing and setting a challenge today. The outside loop was set for both skate and classic skiing but to be truthful, and acknowledging this is a golf course, the remarkable amount of snow is being blown over our grooming efforts. Skate deck is soft and classic tracks being blown full but hey it's better than what we have seen too much of recently. Enjoy! Dave D

Huron Meadows Metropark: Once the crew at Huron Meadows rolled the trails, it was a little on the soft side but much better than the half a foot of fresh snow that Mike made me ski in on the contractors loop. Conditions should firm up and be quite good the next few days if you can brave the cold! Thanks HM crew!

Huron Meadows Metropark: Bucks Run: classic tracks are blown in on the connector. In the woods is better protected from the wind. Skate deck looked firm and fast. The loop of Coyote that is behind Bucks is rolled - soft so great for classic - and very nice as it is even more protected from the wind.

Michaywe: Received 4-5 inches since yesterday. Still receiving additional wind blown snow with considerable drifting. Packed and rolled the lake loop, herringbone, the river trail, and both golf course loops. Weather is going to be pretty harsh the next 24-36 hours.

Huron Meadows Metropark: Got here early enough (9am) that no grooming had been done. By the time I left (10:15), Bucks Run was groomed and the north golf course was rolled. Even with unrolled snow, the contractors loop was a fun albeit slow skate. (Tony begs to differ: "This sucks". Well I had fun!!!!)

Hanson Hills: Mother Nature delivered 3 inches of fresh snow overnight! Groomer Dan has combed and set classic tracks on Yellow, Brown, Green, M-93, and the Novice Loops.

Blue Trail:
Day-old classic track—expect it to be a bit slower, but the skate lane was freshly combed this morning.

Senior Thursday Special (65+):
Enjoy the trails today with $13 Nordic trail passes.

Kensington Metropark: Skate and classic tracks set yesterday. Hit the classic set after 1/2” snow spurt this morning. Not bad. Thin in some spots with grass, but nothing unreasonable. Tracks were starting to drift in on the hills with the high winds. Looks like they rolled the east woodland trail (#2) too.

Cross Country Ski Headquarters: We've got some of the best conditions of the year. All trails freshly groomed and tracked. Tomorrow will be COLD!

Hiawatha Highlands: Good Morning Everybody :) It's another beautiful, snowy morning up here....temperature at -11 C.

The groomer was out this morning -- the 4k Pinder (the last to be groomed, finishing around 7 a.m.), the Red Pine system and the Crystal system were all Piston Bully groomed for both classic and skate.

Mabel Flats, including the creek, was groomed yesterday afternoon.

The trails are in fantastic shape, so come on up and enjoy the beauty of the bush!

Forbush Corner: We are definitely not lacking snow this year. Few more inches overnight, more in the forecast, and cold temperatures will preserve the snowpack. Grooming east side trails today for skate and classic. Open 9 to 5.

WED, JAN 21

Independance Oaks: Skate skiing was good! Seems like the park rolled the trails prior to the morning snow or during it. At noon the base was packed but there was about 2 inches of fresh snow on top. Made for some decent skating and a few classic skiers were setting tracks. Best conditions I have seen there this year just a little slow due to the fresh snow. Should be even faster tomorrow.

Reindeer Run Nordic Center: It's true! Cross country skiing is fun. Especially when the snow is great.
Skiing is believing even on snowmobile trails or just plain back country.
Enjoy winter
Ski everywhere on leelanau county

Vasa Trail: When my 2 yr. old granddaughter gets annoyed at me she says "no papa, walk away". Well, if you were skiing the Vasa trail today and had any complaints I would say "no skier, ski somewhere else". With a fresh groom by Piper (the 2nd time this week) the trail condition were awesome, or as a upcoming Vasa skier would say "race ready". Trail and snow conditions are the best in years so take advantage of this year to participate in the Vasa race. Not a racer, no problem, we have a 6k tour on Sunday with no times or placements. Just fun skiing with friends. Know any kids that like to ski, try the Big Foot Community Relay. No fee ! To top it off we have a great valentines night party at the Park Place Hotel. Live band and free hors d'oeuvres. Go to vasa.org to sign up or volunteer.

Huron Meadows Metropark: I went around Cedar Trace and did a few laps of Buck's Run this afternoon. Lots of coverage. Buck's is in great shape, Cedar Trace was OK but pretty slow and a bit sticky in parts. The trails off the golf course would be great if they got around to grooming them. Rod Little

Huron Meadows Metropark: I went around Cedar Trace and did a few laps of Buck's Run this afternoon. Lots of coverage. Buck's is in great shape, Cedar Trace was OK but pretty slow and a bit sticky in parts. The trails off the golf course would be great if they got around to grooming them. Rod Little

Boyne Mountain: Fantastic ski conditions this week! Lots of fresh snow, rolled and tracked. Get some!

Boyne Mountain: Fantastic skiing this week! Lots of fresh snow, rolled and tracked. Get some!

Milham Park Golf Course: Just finished setting a skate deck. Snow coverage is good and track looks nice. Only outside loop is set, classic tracks may be set this afternoon. Enjoy. DaveD

Stokely Creek: Hakon Lien and the perimeter trails should be good for the 34km Loppet on Jan 31 (if you aren't racing MI Cup and want a fun tough course). Still 100m or so of a bit rough on the long climb in Ebare Tract with no track set, but one more good snow should allow for a continuous track. Additional bonus: Face and leg whips on downhills are at an all time low!

Michaywe: Groomed out the skate deck on maple ridge, reset track on most of the lake loop, freshened up the skate deck on most of herringbone, and groomed and reset track on the front 9 loop.

Crystal Mountain: Whew! We've dug out of two feet of fresh powder since Thursday (Jan. 15) and more is on the way tonight. Beginner and Intermediate trails are open and we are finishing grooming and track setting this afternoon. Currently our Advanced trails are closed while we continue grooming but we are hopeful to work on them today. Coverage is excellent and the conditions are fantastic.

Hiawatha Highlands: Good Wednesday Morning to all of our Lovers of Snow....and it's a great thing as we do have a LOT of it!! Temperature's warming up....currently sitting at -16 C.

The groomer was out yesterday afternoon/evening, finishing at 6 p.m. All systems were Piston Bully groomed for both classic and skate, and trails are looking fantastic!

Come on up and breathe in the crisp, fresh air while taking in the quiet peacefulness of just you and your skis gliding through the beautiful snow-covered trees :)

: WEDNESDAY UPDATE — JANUARY 21, 2026

Nordic Trail Update:
Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM

Groomers were out early setting fresh classic tracks on M-93, Blue, and Red.
Skate lanes are being combed this morning on Yellow, Brown, Blue, Green, and Easy Return, providing a nice refresh across the system.

Another solid winter day on the trails—enjoy the fresh grooming and we’ll see you out there!

Cross Country Ski Headquarters: Groomer Mike snowcombed and set fresh tracks on all trails last night, so everything should is dreamy. It's a winter wonderland!

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