Michigan's Department of Natural Resources allows permit-free snowmobiling this weekend, Jan. 10-11. What to know.

Across both peninsulas are 6,000-plus miles of DNR-designated snowmobile trails, public roads and public lands.

CO Troy Fondie (Orr) reports multiple days of above-freezing temps resulted in loss of snow cover and trail conditions remain ...

This weekend, snowmobilers in Michigan will get to ride 6,000 miles of snowmobile trails for free. Free Snowmobiling Weekend ...

CO Corey Sura (Remer) patrolled area snowmobile trails and lakes. Trails are ridable but need new snow. Sura checked anglers ...

This year, the challenge for snowmobile clubs isn’t a lack of snow — it’s heavy traffic from riders celebrating it. After two snowstorms, most trails are open, and volunteers are working to keep them ...

Major trails are largely clear, thanks to DNR and volunteer efforts, but some secondary trails remain blocked by storm debris. Trail clearing is crucial for local economies, as trail users contribute ...

CO Troy Fondie (Orr) reports snowfall remains minimal and there’s no snowmobile activity. Area lakes continue to be checked as some angling has started. Weekend temperatures of 15 or more below zero ...

On January 3, 2026, troopers from the Michigan State Police St. Ignace Post responded to a report of a snowmobile crash on ...

Michigan snowmobilers will have the opportunity to ride without fees during the state’s Free Snowmobiling Weekend on January ...