Moose Snowmobile Trail Reports for Monday, January 15, 2024

Winter seems to have finally arrived, but for now, based on the reports we’ve been getting from over the weekend, the best conditions appear to be up around the Tug Hill Plateau.

Some clubs still have closed trail systems south of Boonville. Snow is forecasted this week across Jefferson, Lewis and Oswego Counties.

Groomers have been out working with the snow that fell from this weekend’s storm, with conditions that vary from poor to good.

Here are some of the latest conditions:

NOTE: Conditions are likely and do tend to change on a moment’s notice. Be sure to keep checking our website for any updates.

Barnes Corners Sno-Pals: Beware of debris and waterholes; Copenhagen gates remain closed.

Brantingham Snowmobile Club: Most trails are open; still no grooming reported; watch for waterholes.

Lost Trail Snowmobile Club: Reports range from thin to good snow coverage.

Osceola Snowmobile Association: Conditions vary from poor to excellent.

Ohio Ridge Riders: Trails remain CLOSED.

Old Forge/Town of Webb: Fair conditions reported.

Penn Mountain Snow Riders: Trails remain closed, due to a lack of snow.

Southern Tug Hill Sno-Riders: Best conditions are near Highmarket; other trails have minimal coverage.

Trackside Blazers: Trails have re-opened; groomers have been out and railroad tracks remain closed.

Turin Ridge Riders: All trails are open; coverage is thin off Tug Hill.

Valley Snow Travelers: Lower trails are open; lots of slush/waterholes from Montague to Tabolts Corners.

NOTICE: Local law enforcement and snowmobile club officials are warning all riders to obey any and all rules and regulations. This includes, but is not limited to: respecting closed trails and staying off from private property. Police warn to never snowmobile while intoxicated or under the influence of any substance. Watch your speeds and remember to look out for and give right-of-way to groomers on the trails.

Image via Valley Snow Travelers.