Sun, Feb 15: Vasa Trail (Traverse City)
Absolutely gorgeous morning and amazing grooming. The snow that was compacted and icy from yesterday’s warm up was transformed into perfect conditions for skating. Tracks looked great as well for striding. Should be great another great day for the Vasa races.
- Patrick Keegan
Sun, Feb 15: Cross Country Ski Headquarters (Higgins Lake)
Groomer Mike is out snowcombing the skate lanes, and the tracks are still mostly in good shape, albeit a little glazed over here and there. Should be a fun day for getting out in the winter woods!
- George, Mariah, Stu, Erin, Missy, Krista, Alex & the HQ crew
Sun, Feb 15: Hanson Hills (Grayling)
Lodge and Trails open 9am
Groomer Dan is out this morning laying fresh corduroy on Red, Yellow, Brown, Blue, and M-93, keeping the trail system in great shape.
- Justin Andre
Sun, Feb 15: Vasa Trail (Traverse City)
Best ever Vasa trail for North American Vasa race
- Ken Dawson
Sat, Feb 14: Shanty Creek - Schuss Mtn (Bellaire)
Pine Cone loop (red markers) in fantastic shape with solid classic tracks and a great corduroy skate deck. Multi-Purpose Trail (orange markers) was very skate-able too, though sad to not see any fat tire tracks. The old Poets Loop (blue markers) was mostly groomed (classic & skate) because of the White Pine Stampede last weekend. The hilly cul-de-sac section west of Del Mason Rd was snowmobiled but not groomed - I should not have attempted:)
Winter Brook loop was in stunning shape, this is really a blue square (not black diamond though hilly). Even the east section of Mountain Creek from Pine Cone to the Yellow Lift was great and pretty as it follows the Cedar River. Glad to see some investment in XC at Schuss.
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- CF
Sat, Feb 14: Grass River Nature Area (Bellaire)
Groomed classic tracks on the rail trail in good condition in both directions (to Bliss Rd west and Cedar Lane/Comfort Rd to the east). Edges were not as packed so keep your pile plants closer in, but so nice to have a pretty 4 mile out and back groomed trail. The hiking trails that connect might have been groomed too but I did not have time to check them out.
- CF
Sat, Feb 14: Vasa Trail (Traverse City)
Fabulous conditions prevailed at the Vasa 28k today. Track was firm, skate deck solid and fast. It just doesn’t get any better. Forerunners got all the debris out of the trail, volunteers everywhere and to top it off, sunshine!!
- Linda Weeks Kaleita
Sat, Feb 14: Vasa Trail (Traverse City)
Spectacular grooming today for the 50th North American Vasa! Deep snow, great skate deck and deep classic tracks. It's warming up fast, so get out and ski while you can.
- Douglas Cornell
Sat, Feb 14: Boyne Mountain (Boyne Falls)
It's a beautiful day to ski! Trails are in good shape, both for classic and skate. We're grooming late this afternoon for tomorrow.
- Anne, from Boyne Mountain
Sat, Feb 14: Cross Country Ski Headquarters (Higgins Lake)
The sun is out and the skiing is great! We groomed everything this morning, and aside from a few leaves here and there, the trails are wonderful! Come ski with us!
- George, Mariah, Stu, Erin, Missy, Krista, Alex & the HQ crew
Sat, Feb 14: Hanson Hills (Grayling)
Lodge and Trails open 9am
Groomer Dan is out this morning combing skate lanes across the entire trail system, keeping conditions dialed in for the day.
*Wilderness received fresh tracks yesterday.
- Justin Andre
Fri, Feb 13: Forbush Corner (Frederic)
Posting tonight for tomorrow. Happy Valentine’s Day! Trails remain in great shape for Presidents’ Day weekend. Open at 9. Gates close at 5pm.
- Mike
Fri, Feb 13: Cross Country Ski Headquarters (Higgins Lake)
Trails are still in great shape after a fresh groom this morning! Skate deck is dreamy and classic tracks are still solid, with a few leaves scattered here and there. The base is thick and will withstand the warm temps this weekend with ease! Tonight will get down to 16F to firm things up for the groomer tomorrow, and the skiing will be great all day, with firm trails in the morning, and slightly softening into the afternoon, but sunny and wonderful to be sure!
- George, Mariah, Stu, Erin, Missy, Krista, Alex & the HQ crew
Fri, Feb 13: Hanson Hills (Grayling)
Lodge & trails open at 9:00 AM
Groomer Dan is out combing skate lanes across the trail system and will be setting fresh classic tracks on Wilderness today.
- Justin Andre
Fri, Feb 13: Forbush Corner (Frederic)
Another comfortable day to get out on our trails. Conditions continue to be some of the best ever. Fresh groom on the west side trails and 240 loop. Open 9 to 5.
- Mike
Thu, Feb 12: Reindeer Run Nordic Center (Empire)
Empire airport snowmobile trailhead, benzonia highway and Osborn rd.
Fantastic skate deck with unbelievable snow conditions.
A ski worthy. Warming afternoon sun made for forgiving snow and great glide. Get it while you can. The goodest trail conditions ever!
Machine groomed on a flat surface.
Strider activity with minimal snow machine activity
Parking at trailhead
- Kevinski slowski
Thu, Feb 12: Cross Country Ski Headquarters (Higgins Lake)
A perfect skiathalon day. Classic trax were perfection. Skating in my Jarvinen 215's. It has to be perfect for that to happen. Add a blue sky, no wind and 28 degrees. Thank you.
- Thirsty
Thu, Feb 12: Michaywe (Gaylord)
Received a little over half an inch of fluff since yesterday. Combed out the skate deck on maple ridge. Combed the skate deck and reset track on the rest of the trail system. Conditions are excellent! Full-service bar & dining located on the ski trail at Michaywe. "Inn the Woods" Restaurant is open Tuesday - Saturday. Visit www.michaywe.com for hours & menu.
- Michael Normand
Thu, Feb 12: Cross Country Ski Headquarters (Higgins Lake)
A little dusting of snow last night and some cool temps have the trails looking stellar! All trails are freshly snow combed as of this morning. Classic tracks are still in good shape. Enjoy!
- George, Mariah, Stu, Erin, Missy, Krista, Alex & the HQ crew
Thu, Feb 12: Hanson Hills (Grayling)
Groomer Dan is out this morning cleaning up skate lanes on Red, Yellow, Brown, Blue, and M-93 Hills, keeping the trail system in great midweek shape.
Senior Thursday Special (65+):
Enjoy the trails today with $13 trail passes.
- Justin Andre
Thu, Feb 12: Forbush Corner (Frederic)
Several inches of lake effect snow over the last few days have added to already excellent trail conditions. East side trails get the fresh groom for skate and classic. Open 9 to 5.
- Mike
Wed, Feb 11: Cross Country Ski Headquarters (Higgins Lake)
Just got off the trails 4 30. Light snow all afternoon. Beautiful groom with solid Trax. 27 degrees, Swix blue with a little blue Xtra for Rolling Hills. If it keeps snowing tomorrow could be special. Get it while you can.
- Thirsty
Wed, Feb 11: Boyne Mountain (Boyne Falls)
Trail conditions are excellent! Nice deep base. A little crusty this morning, but it has softened up since then.
- Anne, from Boyne Mountain
Wed, Feb 11: Michaywe (Gaylord)
Combed out the skate deck and reset track on the lake loop, herringbone, the river trail, and both golf course loops. We are getting some light lake effect with wind, so there is some drifting in the open areas on the golf courses. Conditions remain good.
- Michael Normand
Wed, Feb 11: Cross Country Ski Headquarters (Higgins Lake)
After some slightly warmer temps yesterday, below freezing temps overnight, a bit of fresh snow, and fresh grooming this morning, the skating is the best of the season! Classic tracks are also intact and in good shape on all trails. Watch for oak leaves in the tracks on Manitou. Enjoy it out there, it's fantastic!
- George, Mariah, Stu, Erin, Missy, Krista, Alex & the HQ crew
Wed, Feb 11: Hanson Hills (Grayling)
Nordic Trail Update:
Fresh grooming is underway this morning on Red, with new corduroy and classic track being set to keep conditions in top shape.
A great midweek opportunity to get out and enjoy the trails—see you at Hanson Hills!
- Justin Andre
Tue, Feb 10: Nubs Nob (Harbor Springs)
Fresh groom this morning for the skate deck & classic tracks. Exceptional conditions!!!
- Tim J Faas
Tue, Feb 10: Cross Country Ski Headquarters (Higgins Lake)
Conditions are fabulous. Our base is very strong and the trails have a fresh snow comb as of this morning. Temps will rise today, so best conditions will be earlier. Enjoy lunch at the Stone Turtle Cafe today, and demo a new pair of skis for free!
- George, Mariah, Stu, Erin, Missy, Krista, Alex & the HQ crew
Tue, Feb 10: Hanson Hills (Grayling)
TUESDAY UPDATE — FEBRUARY 10, 2026
Nordic Trail Report:
Fresh classic tracks are set on Yellow, Brown, Blue, and M-93 Hills. Skate lanes are looking great across the entire trail system, making for solid conditions no matter your style today.
Nordic Tuesday Special:
Enjoy the trails with $13 trail passes every Tuesday.
A great day to get out and ski—see you on the trails!
- Justin Andre
Mon, Feb 9: Forbush Corner (Frederic)
Excellent grooming, great snow
- eric scholz
Mon, Feb 9: Forbush Corner (Frederic)
- eric scholz
Mon, Feb 9: Hanson Hills (Grayling)
After yesterday’s -14F start in the Forbush Classic, today’s balmy skate at Hanson at 28 degrees almost felt tropical. Flew around the red trail on immaculately groomed system. A few leaves on the skate deck which caught me on an uphill ( ugly) but not an issue elsewhere. Tracks were concentrating the leaves. I wish I knew what was on my skis as I was flying. Thank you for the excellent ski!!
- Linda Weeks Kaleita
Mon, Feb 9: Hanson Hills (Grayling)
Best grooming of the season. First tracks after 10 am every trail. Immaculate conditions today and great last week. Feeling so blessed to skate ski at Hanson this year!!!
- Localish L
Mon, Feb 9: Cross Country Ski Headquarters (Higgins Lake)
After a great weekend of skiing, we're ready to get back at it! Groomer Butch is out freshening up all the trails and this week surely looks warmer than the last, with good skiing ahead!
- George, Mariah, Stu, Erin, Missy, Krista, Alex & the HQ crew
Mon, Feb 9: Hanson Hills (Grayling)
Lodge and trails open at 9:00 AM. Grooming operations are underway this morning with fresh corduroy being laid on Red, Yellow, Brown, Blue, and M-93—great conditions to start the week.
- Justin Andre
Mon, Feb 9: Forbush Corner (Frederic)
After a very busy day yesterday, east trails and pines loop were regroomed after the classic race. The west side will get the fresh groom today along with the 240 loop. Conditions continue to be the best ever. Open 9 to 5 today. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday per usual.
- Mike
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