Trail Report

Dry weather continues, just a light morning rain shower yesterday. Cooler weather in place after frontal passage last night. We have mowed all the inner trails at least once and working on the northern and western part of the trail systems this week. 

Despite no recent rainfall, the woods is lush and green and grass growing normal. Wildflowers have been abundant this year and fun to see the different ones each week.

We have been busy on the trails this spring and early summer clearing deadfall and cutting firewood and working on the mountain bike trails. We are mowing almost daily on the ski trails and will continue up until the snow flies. Wildlife active and on the move! 

The mountain bike trails are open for ridingClick here for latest update. Maplelag trails are closed to all motorized use and horses. We continue with trail tuning as we constantly work on the trails for the next ski season and maintain 25 miles of mountain bike trail. 

We had a great run of skiing in April, officially skiing on April 23rd capping off a fantastic ski season of 153 skiable days starting the third week of November. Was great seeing so many people out enjoying the special late season conditions. Thanks to everyone who supported us this season and the trails. The fire on October 10th was a devastating event for us and the long ski season helped keep us active, restore and gain clarity as we recover from the tragedy last fall. 

Total snowfall this season at 96″ which ranks in top 5 of total snowfall in one season at Maplelag.

Solstice sunset, June 21st, 2023.
Sunset over Little Sugarbush, June 20th, 2023.
Loons on the lake! There have been a dozen loons residing on Little Sugarbush lake this summer. Fun to hear them call! June 20th, 2023.
Wild Iris flower along Kohlepp’s Pond on Mother North Star ski trail, June 15th, 2023.
Mowing on Mother North Star ski trail, June 15th, 2023.
In between Twin Lakes as seen from Wavy Gravy trail, June 6th, 2023.
Mini lily pads on South Twin Lake, June 6th, 2023.
Clearing on ski trail which serves as part of the bike course, June 3rd, 2023.
Rootin Tootin ski trail, June 3rd, 2023.
Bullhead lake at the start of Bullhead Lake trail, June 3rd, 2023.
Summer grooming, May 30th, 2023.
Rare morning of calm waters, May 31st, 2023.
Yellow slipper wild flowers blooming in full force, May 31st, 2023.
Lakeside of lodge site, May 26th, 2023.
Birch top hung up near Sukkerbusk ski trail over singletrack, May 25th, 2023.
Cut in blocks and ready to split for sauna firewood!