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Ski Trail

Ski Trail Report

Trails Open Spring skiing conditions. Soft conditions today with no freeze overnight. Snow is melting fast but still good coverage in the woods on the east and north side of the trails we are focusing on the remainder of the season.

Great seeing all the folks out this weekend enjoying this special time of year of skiing! We plan to be open through the week. Focusing on the east side of Sukkerbusk to North Loup for classic and the skate lanes on Skaters Waltz and North Loup for skate. After today, the Kamikaze section will be closed on Skaters, use Sap Run for the connector.

Temps are pleasant and fun to hear the sounds of spring including the mighty trumpeter swan and enjoy the remaining snow and transitions of seasons. Conditions have deteriorated since last week but the trails we are focusing on are very skiable with a good base of snow, albeit a bit dirty.

Grooming: Monday evening we groomed Sukkerbusk and the shortened loop of Skaters Waltz (bypass Kamikaze segment) Sunday evening grooming on Sukkerbusk, North Loup setting new track and Skaters Waltz and North Loup skate lanes. Friday evening grooming on Sukkerbusk, Sap Run, Twin Lakes and Skaters Waltz. Friday morning we groomed the skate lanes again and set track on North Loup to side and also set new track on Mother North Star.

We are closed for the season for lodging/ski packages but the trails will remain open for day skiing until a projected date of April 15th, weather and snow conditions permitting.

Nature Notes: Wildlife bit more active with the transition to spring. We have been seeing porcupines along the snowshoe trail and Roy’s Run. We have also seen hawks, owls near JibFly and North Star, fox, deer of course, pileated woodpeckers and tons of tracks. Eagle sightings near Twin Lakes return at eagle view.

No trail fee the remainer of the season. There are no lodge services for day use for day skiers. This includes no ski rental. Parking in far lot near blue recycling bins where porta potties are located.There are no dogs or pets allowed.

Snowfall past 24 hours: 0″

Snowfall past 7 days: 1″ Snowfall to date: 94″

Compacted base on trail: 2-18″ Snow depth in woods: 16-29″

Early evening ski on Sukkebusk, March 21st, 2022. Happy International Day of Forests!
Late afternoon grooming on Sukkerbusk, March 21st, 2022.
North Loup late morning, March 21st, 2022.
We are still grooming a skate lane and track on North Loup, the track has been skiing well. March 21st, 2022.
Skaters Waltz, March 21st, 2022.
Tracks on North Loup, March 21st, 2022.
Late afternoon Sunday skiing! March 20th, 2022.
Late afternoon grooming on Sukkerbusk, March 20th, 2022.
Sukkebusk skiing, March 20th, 2022.
Still deep snow on east side of trails, March 20th, 2022.
Early evening grooming on Skaters Waltz, March 20th, 2022.
Beautiful late morning “spring” ski on Sukkebusk, March 19th, 2022.
Fun in the sun! March 19th, 2022.
Sukkerbusk, March 19th, 2022.
Bike Trail

Fat Bike Trail Report

Fat Bike Trails closed until further notice. There is still good snow coverage on the trails but lack of hard freezing nights and warm day time temps preventing riding at this time.

The 25km”FatLagChilada” loop starts out on Skaters Waltz and follows the “Fat Bike” signs all the way to Bullhead Lake for Bootleg access or continue on for the inner segments and ultimately Twin Lakes. There are options to make different loops using the driveway based on riding ability. Any questions ask or text 218-849-7669.

Signs marking the route for the inner loops are in place and ultimately direct the course for the “FatLagChilada”. Twin lakes and SukkerWest singletrack can be accessed from the driveway. To access the start to access Bootleg, head to the start of Skaters Waltz to the right. We have groomed on the far right side of Suicide Hill for uphill travel. Access to Bootleg has been groomed on the lake. Use trails at own risk and assume all responsibility. Skaters Waltz is open for fat biking when conditions are firm. SukkerWest is recommended trail for beginner riders. Trail difficulty on outer loops is intermediate to advanced.

Beautiful morning riding, March 15th, 2022.
Bootleg singletrack, March 15th, 2022.
Bootleg singletrack, March 15th, 2022.
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Grooming on Bootleg singletrack loop, March 14th, 2022.
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Grooming on Bootleg singletrack loop, March 14th, 2022.
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Heading over to Bootleg singletrack via Bullhead Lakes, March 14th, 2022.
Ski Trail

Ski Trail Report

Trails Open Spring skiing conditions. Great seeing all the folks out this weekend enjoying this special time of year of skiing. We plan to be open through the week. Focusing on the east side of Sukkerbusk to North Loup for classic and the skate lanes on Skaters Waltz and North Loup for skate. After tomorrow, the Kamikaze section will be closed on Skaters, use Sap Run for the connector. Won’t freeze down tonight, surface will just glaze over most likely and be a shorter window of faster skiing tomorrow.

Temps are pleasant and fun to hear the sounds of spring including the mighty trumpeter swan and enjoy the remaining snow and transitions of seasons. Conditions have deteriorated since last week but the trails we are focusing on are very skiable with a good base of snow, albeit a bit dirty.

Grooming: Sunday evening grooming on Sukkerbusk, North Loup setting new track and Skaters Waltz and North Loup skate lanes. Friday evening grooming on Sukkerbusk, Sap Run, Twin Lakes and Skaters Waltz. Friday morning we groomed the skate lanes again and set track on North Loup to side and also set new track on Mother North Star.

Note: The driveway is in fair driving condition. Best with a vehicle with all wheel drive. We plowed the road on Wednesday evening to improve the conditions and snow continues to melt off the road.

We are closed for the season for lodging/ski packages but the trails will remain open for day skiing until a projected date of April 15th, weather and snow conditions permitting.

Nature Notes: Wildlife bit more active with the transition to spring. We have been seeing porcupines along the snowshoe trail and Roy’s Run. We have also seen hawks, owls near JibFly and North Star, fox, deer of course, pileated woodpeckers and tons of tracks. Eagle sightings near Twin Lakes return at eagle view.

Click here for Fat Bike Trail report

No trail fee the remainer of the season. There are no lodge services for day use for day skiers. This includes no ski rental or access to coffee bar. Parking in far lot near blue recycling bins where porta potties are located.There are no dogs or pets allowed.

Snowfall past 24 hours: 0″

Snowfall past 7 days: 1″ Snowfall to date: 94″

Compacted base on trail: 2-18″ Snow depth in woods: 16-29″

Late afternoon Sunday skiing! March 20th, 2022.
Late afternoon grooming on Sukkerbusk, March 20th, 2022.
Sukkebusk skiing, March 20th, 2022.
Still deep snow on east side of trails, March 20th, 2022.
Early evening grooming on Skaters Waltz, March 20th, 2022.
Beautiful late morning “spring” ski on Sukkebusk, March 19th, 2022.
Fun in the sun! March 19th, 2022.
Sukkerbusk, March 19th, 2022.
Fantastic “spring” skate skiing in the morning hours, March 19th, 2022. The deck has firmed up after grooming this week. Snow slows down quick once the sun comes out.
“Sugar/crust” moon over Little Sugarbush, March 19th, 2022.
Setting return track from Twin Lakes, March 18th, 2022. Use caution near bottom of hill with icy spot.
Late afternoon skate grooming on Skaters Waltz, March 18th, 2022.
Striding on Sukkerbusk, March 18th, 2022.
Sap Run striding, March 18th, 2022.
Striding on North Loup, March 18th, Track reset in the morning, skate deck groomed. Base is very soft here. Best to ski in the morning for sure.
Cutting new track on Twin Lakes, March 18th, 2022.
Skaters Waltz grooming, March 18th, 2022.
Cutting new track on Twin Lakes Thursday evening, March 17th, 2022.
Grooming on Skaters Waltz, March 17th, 2022.
Ski Trail

Ski Trail Report

Trails Open End of season skiing conditions. Temps are pleasant and fun to hear the sounds of spring including the mighty trumpeter swan and enjoy the remaining snow and transitions of seasons. Conditions have deteriorated but the trails are skiable with a good base of snow, albeit a bit dirty. Spring skiing conditions. Skiing is faster in the morning, softening as the day passes than freezing down again in the evening. The best time to ski is generally from sunrise to 1pm. Skiable all day but most consistent snow is found in the morning. Looks to freeze down a bit harder tonight and

Grooming: Friday morning we groomed the skate lanes again and set track on North Loup to side and also set new track on Mother North Star. Evening grooming on Sukkerbusk, Sap Run, Twin Lakes and Skaters Waltz. Thursday we groomed the skate trails Skaters Waltz and North Loup in the morning than Skaters Waltz again in the evening. Thursday evening we reset tracks on Sap Run, Sukkerbusk and Twin Lakes. Around 10km groomed skate and 18km groomed for classic. Other trails open but base is soft with mixed conditions. We will not be grooming any more for the weekend after tonight.

Note: The driveway is in fair driving condition. Best with a vehicle with all wheel drive. We plowed the road on Wednesday evening to improve the conditions.

We are closed for the season for lodging/ski packages but the trails will remain open for day skiing until a projected date of April 15th, weather and snow conditions permitting.

Nature Notes: Wildlife bit more active with the transition to spring. We have been seeing porcupines along the snowshoe trail and Roy’s Run. We have also seen hawks, owls near JibFly and North Star, fox, deer of course, pileated woodpeckers and tons of tracks. Eagle sightings near Twin Lakes return at eagle view.

Click here for Fat Bike Trail report

Trails are open for day use. Day and season passes can be purchased here. There are no lodge services for day use for day skiers. This includes no ski rental or access to coffee bar. Parking in far lot near blue recycling bins where porta potties are located.Please respect this policy so Maplelag can operate as safe as possible and remain open. There are no dogs or pets allowed.

Classic skiing recommended on Sukkerbusk, Sap Run, and Twin Lakes. Other trails are open but with variable conditions.

Skaters Waltz and North Loup, best trails for skating.

Day and season passes can be purchased here.

Snowshoe trails are open and packed.

Snowfall past 24 hours: 0″

Snowfall past 7 days: 3″ Snowfall to date: 94″

Compacted base on trail: 6-18″ Snow depth in woods: 12-39″

NO services in the lodge at this time or ski rental available for day skiing. Parking in far lot near porta bathrooms and recycling bins.

Setting return track from Twin Lakes, March 18th, 2022. Use caution near bottom of hill with icy spot.
Late afternoon skate grooming on Skaters Waltz, March 18th, 2022.
Striding on Sukkerbusk, March 18th, 2022.
Sap Run striding, March 18th, 2022.
Striding on North Loup, March 18th, Track reset in the morning, skate deck groomed. Base is very soft here. Best to ski in the morning for sure.
Cutting new track on Twin Lakes, March 18th, 2022.
Skaters Waltz grooming, March 18th, 2022.
Cutting new track on Twin Lakes Thursday evening, March 17th, 2022.
Grooming on Skaters Waltz, March 17th, 2022.
Ski Trail

Ski Trail Report

Trails Open Warm day on Wednesday really softening the snow. Should freeze down tonight and we will groom on the skate trails Skaters Waltz and North Loup if conditions warrants. Conditions have changed quickly but the trails are skiable with a deep base of snow. Spring skiing conditions. Skiing is faster in the morning, softening as the day passes than freezing down again later afternoon. The best time to ski is generally from sunrise to 1pm. Skiable all day but most consistent snow is found in the morning.

We typically groom in the afternoons and evenings this time of year for best skiing the next morning.

Note: With the rapid warm up today and yesterday, the driveway is tricky driving. Best with a vehicle with all wheel drive. We plowed the road on Wednesday evening to improve the conditions.

We are closed for the season for lodging/ski packages but the trails will remain open for day skiing until a projected date of April 15th, weather and snow conditions permitting.

Grooming Report We will be grooming select trails daily this week. Sap Run and Sukkebusk groomed on Monday as well as all of the skate trails. Twin Lakes, Mother North Star and JibFly groomed on Tuesday. Trails not groomed very skiable with good coverage. We will groom more classic trails if it is meaningful to do so.

Nature Notes: Wildlife bit more active with the slow transition to spring. We have been seeing porcupines along the snowshoe trail and Roy’s Run. We have also seen hawks, owls near JibFly and North Star, fox, deer of course, pileated woodpeckers and tons of tracks. Eagle sightings near Twin Lakes return at eagle view.

Fat Bike trails open. Click here for report

Trails are open for day use. Day and season passes can be purchased here. There are no lodge services for day use for day skiers. This includes no ski rental or access to coffee bar. Parking in far lot near blue recycling bins where porta potties are located.Please respect this policy so Maplelag can operate as safe as possible and remain open. There are no dogs or pets allowed.

Classic skiing on Sukkerbusk, Sap Run, Mother Hen, JibFly, Rootin Tootin, Twin Lakes, Mother North Star, Wavy Gravy, North Loup and Roy’s Run. Please no skating on the classic trails. Lucky’s Loype is adventure skiing (no grooming).

Skaters Waltz, North Loup, the extension loops, Suicide Hill, Single Green and Kristin’s Kutoff designated trails groomed for skating.

Day and season passes can be purchased here.

Snowshoe trails are open and packed.

Snowfall past 24 hours: 0″

Snowfall past 7 days: 3″ Snowfall to date: 94″

Compacted base on trail: 12-28″ Snow depth in woods: 18-49″

NO services in the lodge at this time or ski rental available for day skiing. Parking in far lot near porta bathrooms and recycling bins.