If you didn't already read this on Nordic Pulse (where our official grooming report is posted), Seeley Lake's temperature is in the 60's today and we've been experiencing a major melt out, just in time for Spring.
It did not freeze last night, low was 35. While most of it will ski okay with the right wax and structure, the wetter spots will grow today. Under the larger trees will be very wet with lots of debris. Forecast is grim for the rest of the week, no freezing nights and very warm days.
Reported on Mar 17, 2026 at 7:50 AM by Doug
Laurie
Mar 16
UPDATE: Additional cleanup is now underway, following snowcat mechanical issue this morning.
Grooming to cleanup after a lot of Sunday ski traffic and overnight temps in the low 20F's. Possible snow later this morning and rain later in the day.
Reported on Mar 16, 9:00 AM by Laurie
Edited
Rob
Mar 16
There was definitely a breakable crust that affected skating. Given the history of the snow this season, that's not likely to go away. It was thin by backcountry standards.
Laurie
Mar 15
Sunday, March 15, 2:30pm
Looked like MLK weekend in a good snow year!
Doug
Mar 15
We're back to winter in Seeley Lake! Another 8-10" of new snow early this morning with an overnight low of 10F; current temp is 15F. Skate and Classic. This is the best coverage of the season!
The base has set up a bit (the cold temps firmed up the wet lower layer). There is still major wet area on Hawk Woods, along with a smaller wet area on Larch Bypass. Cleared several downed trees again this morning.
Ski it while you can; the temp is forecast to move back into the 50's starting Tuesday.
Reported on Mar 15, 2026 at 9:40 AM by Doug
Trailhead exit to the ski trails
Edited
Rob
Mar 14
Did Bear Tree yesterday. Miserable icing up at wet spots. I'm usually pretty good at kicking off the ice. I had to pull my skis six times. These were mostly below the turn-off for the 5k. It was a great workout, however. Skis were waxless Panorama 62s with fresh glide juice. I expect today to be much better and tomorrow to be excellent. Plan is to skate both days. Thanks for the double grooming!
If you didn't already read this on Nordic Pulse (where our official grooming report is posted), Seeley Lake's temperature is in the 60's today and we've been experiencing a major melt out, just in time for Spring.
It did not freeze last night, low was 35. While most of it will ski okay with the right wax and structure, the wetter spots will grow today. Under the larger trees will be very wet with lots of debris. Forecast is grim for the rest of the week, no freezing nights and very warm days.
Reported on Mar 17, 2026 at 7:50 AM by Doug
UPDATE: Additional cleanup is now underway, following snowcat mechanical issue this morning.
Grooming to cleanup after a lot of Sunday ski traffic and overnight temps in the low 20F's. Possible snow later this morning and rain later in the day.
Reported on Mar 16, 9:00 AM by Laurie
There was definitely a breakable crust that affected skating. Given the history of the snow this season, that's not likely to go away. It was thin by backcountry standards.
Looked like MLK weekend in a good snow year!
We're back to winter in Seeley Lake! Another 8-10" of new snow early this morning with an overnight low of 10F; current temp is 15F. Skate and Classic. This is the best coverage of the season!
The base has set up a bit (the cold temps firmed up the wet lower layer). There is still major wet area on Hawk Woods, along with a smaller wet area on Larch Bypass. Cleared several downed trees again this morning.
Ski it while you can; the temp is forecast to move back into the 50's starting Tuesday.
Reported on Mar 15, 2026 at 9:40 AM by Doug
Did Bear Tree yesterday. Miserable icing up at wet spots. I'm usually pretty good at kicking off the ice. I had to pull my skis six times. These were mostly below the turn-off for the 5k. It was a great workout, however. Skis were waxless Panorama 62s with fresh glide juice. I expect today to be much better and tomorrow to be excellent. Plan is to skate both days. Thanks for the double grooming!