Iron Range Snow & Trail Conditions

UPDATED (by the DNR) 2-5-10

Arrowhead State Trail
Condition: Good
Groomed Miles: 128
Snow Depth: 18-22"
Trail Base: 4-6"
Groomed: Yes

Taconite State Trail
Condition: Good
Groomed Miles: 165
Snow Depth: 12-14"
Trail Base: 4"
Groomed: Yes

The Taconite and Arrowhead trails are being groomed twice weekly. There is ample snow base and trail conditions are good. However, the January 23-24 ice & snow storm left a considerable amount of brush and trees over-hanging on the trails. Trail width is narrower in many places. Please use extreme caution and watch for overhanging branches and brush. Use extra caution on corners and hills.

McCarthy Beach State Park
Condition: Good
Groomed Snowmobile Trail Miles: 12
Snow Depth: 8"
Trail Base: 4"
Groomed: Yes

Snowmobile trails are in good condition but have brush and trees hanging over the trails due to the snow storm. Use caution and slow down, trails may have a narrower than usual width. Swamps opened up with the warm spell, so watch for areas with slush.

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