Trail Updates
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Government Peak Recreation Area, Hatcher Pass, Matanuska Moose Range, Krpua
April 11, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Mat-Su Ski Club Trails maintained Independence Mine trails were re-groomed Thursday; Archangel Rd non-motorized section was re-groomed Wednesday night; The Moose Range trails were re-groomed Monday and that may be the last grooming session of the season; All trails except the Eastern section of Flat Top and lower Mtn Streams had the skate lane "scarified (at least one pass with a tracked ATV and Ginzu Groomer; KRPUA was last groomed 2 April and that may be the last grooming session for that area. Trail conditions Spring conditions. Frozen in early AM softening up as the day goes on Best time to ski/recreate is late AM to early PM. Current weather Cold nights, warm days, Light snowfall on Friday (10 April). Date of last snowfall April 10, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) 3/16" at GPRA more at Archangel Rd and Independence Mine Current loose snow base (in) 12"-24" Snow is beginning to sublimate Packed trail base (in) Bare ground in spots to 30 inches. Date of last grooming April 11, 2026 Trail closures Lazy ( Bare ground, walk down or carefully go down Bold). Lower Susitna Short Cut (Bare ground, walk down) Hazards Other Describe hazard Bare ground across the complete trail at the above 2 locations. Skwentna
April 11, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Skwentna Trail Grooming Committ Trails maintained Shell lake to Skwentna Skwentna to Hewitt Lake Trail conditions With the warm temperatures trails are soft and we have not had enough snow to groom very much Current weather Highest to the mid 40s Lows hovering right around freezing Date of last snowfall April 08, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) 2in Current loose snow base (in) 24in-36in Packed trail base (in) 12in-24in Date of last grooming March 31, 2026 Comments we pulled Trail markers and signs yesterday in the Skw area and will not be maintaining trails anymore this spring. Petersville, South Denali
April 10, 2026
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Key Value Maintainer Curry Ridge Riders Trails maintained Chulitna Bluff Trail, Trapper Creek Winter Trail (aka "Rabbideaux"), East West Express (MP121 to Reflector Tree Junction) +Tokositna Loop Denali State Park Trail conditions Curry Ridge Riders groomed ALL the South Denali trails again this week and work continues on the South Denali trails with brush clearing and sign installations as well. The ice bridges across all creeks are holding up surprisingly well considering the more direct and longer sunlight combined with well above-freezing temps during the day. As the month advances and when temps do stay above freezing overnight too, expect faster changes as spring does it's dance. Some shallow overflow (water atop ice) is *just starting to show* now at a few creek crossings as of this report but predicting which ones will eventually have more water overflow is not possible. Tokositna River crossing no problem but Moose Mire Flats on the Tokositna Trail at MP6 (just down the hill and out of the forest from Nice View) larger area of shallow overflow easily navagible with steady throttle across. Help others: please share any trail condition updates to help others via contact info below in comments! Current weather sunny to partly cloudy, 30-40 degrees Date of last snowfall April 08, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) trace Current loose snow base (in) 13-25" Packed trail base (in) 8-15" Date of last grooming April 09, 2026 Trail closures none at present time Hazards Wildlife in the Area,Standing Water or Overflow Describe hazard Moose and other wood-creatures using the trails too. Overflow (shallow water) starting to show across some creek ice bridges but ice depth holding up well so far Comments Trail updates during regular grooming season are published weekly on Friday or Saturday morning and live grooming data can be accessed at https://trails.matsu.gov Our email is akcurryridgeriders@gmail.com (monitored daily) . HELP OTHER RIDERS: our telephone is 907-689-7669 where you can report trail observations and/or concerns and otherwise leave a voice message. We welcome annual membership dues and donations to support our hard work Aurora Dog Mushing Trails
April 10, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Aurora Dog Mushers Club Trails maintained Groomed trails include the 1-mile, connection from the loop to the current incoming, 4-mile, 6-mile, 10-mile, the loop (T2, T3, T8, T9, T10, T11). Trail conditions The trail is starting to soften and get slushy in the heat of the day. Current weather Temperatures ranged from 15'F to 48'F. Sunny days for most of the week changed to clouds. Date of last snowfall April 10, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) .5' of snow mixed with rain Current loose snow base (in) 15 in Packed trail base (in) 9 in plus Date of last grooming April 10, 2026 Trail closures 2-mile is closed. Access the 10-mile with caution due to overflow and standing water on Fish Creek. Hazards Wildlife in the Area,Standing Water or Overflow Describe hazard Fish Creek has overflow and standing water in places. Be aware of moose walking the trail in numerous locations. Comments Please stay off ADMC trails if it is above 32° and/or after 11 am. Mid-Valley
April 10, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Mid-Valley Trail Club Trails maintained Grooming has concluded for the season. Trail markers have been pulled on all trails, including Trapper Lake Trail. No further trail maintenance will be done. Trail conditions Overflow is showing up on the trails. Trails are soft and deteriorating quickly. Current weather Temperatures range from 9F to 59F Date of last grooming April 02, 2026 Hazards Standing Water or Overflow Willow/west Gateway
April 10, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Willow Trail Committee Trails maintained most trails in west gateway were groomed this week. Trail conditions some water is starting to show in low areas Current weather above freezing during the day and some nights have the trails getting soft Current loose snow base (in) 2" of slush Packed trail base (in) 16" of packed base Date of last grooming April 09, 2026 Lake Louise
April 09, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Lake Louise Snowmachine Club Trails maintained Lake Louise and Susitna Lake loops Trail conditions Soft in mid day, firming up at night, and early mornings Current weather Warm, partly cloudy. Mid days in the 30's overnight above 0°. Date of last snowfall April 10, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) Less than an inch Current loose snow base (in) 10 to 20 inches Packed trail base (in) 1 to 6 inches Date of last grooming April 07, 2026 Trail closures Moore lake trail was not maintained this season Hazards Wildlife in the Area Describe hazard Caribou continue to be active on trails Comments Spring is here and trails are be gaining to go out. It's the end of the grooming for this year. Skeetawk
April 06, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Skeetawk Trails maintained Altitude, Gold Rush, Skid and Steer, Glacier Bear, Stairway to Evan, Turner's Terrain Park @ Stewart's Drop, and The Schoolyard magic carpet learning area continue to be groomed daily for operations. Grooming on Mid-Mountain has concluded for the season. Trail conditions Surface conditions and coverage remain good. The snowpack has begun to transition to Spring snow with the onset of the melt/freeze cycle. Current weather Sunny and dry. High Temps in the 30s with overnight lows in the 20s. Wind light NE. Date of last snowfall April 05, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) Trace Current loose snow base (in) 23in Packed trail base (in) 18in Date of last grooming April 06, 2026 Trail closures N/A Comments Skeetawk plans to operate until Sunday, April 19th. Government Peak Recreation Area, Hatcher Pass, Matanuska Moose Range, Krpua
April 04, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Mat-Su Ski Club Trails maintained Independence Mine Trails were re-groomed last Monday. They are still in good shape. Archangel Rd non-motorized section was re-groomed Sunday night and is also in good condition, GPRA was re-groomed on Tuesday night and then again last night (Friday). The Moose Range trails were re-groomed on Monday and again on Friday. The KRPUA trails were re-groomed on Thursday night. Trail conditions Trails at higher elevations are very solid, tracks are bomb proof. Lower elevation trails are solid with some thinning/bare spots. Best skiing is mid day. Best walking/ biking is early in the day. Current weather No fresh snow. Cold nights and sunny, warming days. Snow is starting to sublimate. Date of last snowfall March 10, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) Less than 1 inch. Current loose snow base (in) Varies 12 inches to 40 inches Packed trail base (in) Varies from 2 inches to 30 inches Date of last grooming April 03, 2026 Trail closures GPRA-Overflow/glacier at the double wide bridge at the East end of Flat Top is un-groomable Hazards Standing Water or Overflow Describe hazard See Trail Closure above. Petersville
April 03, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Petersville Community Non-Profi Trails maintained All trails have been groomed E/W X Petersville Road Jim Mar trail Black creek trail deep creek upper and lower Safari Lake Trail/Tokasitna Kenny Creek & 15 mile Shulin Lake Trail Trail conditions excellent Current weather clear cold and night warm in the days Packed trail base (in) 2' Date of last grooming April 03, 2026 Aurora Dog Mushing Trails
April 03, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Aurora Dog Mushers Club Trails maintained Groomed trails include the 1-mile, connection from the loop to the current incoming, 4-mile, 6-mile, 10-mile, the loop (T2, T3, T8, T9, T10, T11). Trail conditions The trail is starting to soften and get slushy in the heat of the day. Current weather Above freezing temperatures to 40'F and sunny Date of last snowfall March 07, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) 4 in Current loose snow base (in) dusting Packed trail base (in) 6 in Date of last grooming April 03, 2026 Trail closures 2-mile with caution Hazards Wildlife in the Area Describe hazard Moose are walking on the trail in multiple areas, especially in the trees. Comments We all want usable, good trails as long as possible this spring. —Please be mindful of the temperature. Do not run when temperatures are above freezing. —Please do not ride your brake or drag mat with spikes that leave visible indentations in the trail. Look behind you Talkeetna Area
April 03, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Denali Nordic Ski Club Trails maintained Ridge Trail, Christiansen Lake, Talkeetna Lakes Park, Fish Lake Rec. area Trail conditions good overall, mostly hard packed snow in am, getting soft by late afternoon. Some stumps/logs/debris starting to show up on multiple-use trails Current weather sunny, lows in single digits, highs in mid/upper 30's Date of last snowfall March 06, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) 3" Current loose snow base (in) 22" Packed trail base (in) approx 10" Date of last grooming April 03, 2026 Big Lake
April 03, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Big Lake Trails Trails maintained Lakes Trail & Iron Dog and the Houston Loop Trail conditions Hard and fast Current weather Stunning. Lows in the single digits overnight rising to upper 20's Date of last snowfall March 05, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) 5inches Current loose snow base (in) 24inches Packed trail base (in) 6-10 inches Date of last grooming April 03, 2026 Trail closures none Hazards Wildlife in the Area Comments Spring is here. Use it or lose it. There will never be a day when, years down the line, you'll be sitting in your favorite chair thinking, "I should'na gone riding my sled so often" Willow/west Gateway
April 03, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Willow Trail Committee Trails maintained all west gateway trails have been groomed this week Trail conditions trails are in good shape hard in the morning and soft in the afternoon Current weather this week has been clear and sunny temp running from 0-38 Packed trail base (in) 28" Date of last grooming April 02, 2026 Petersville, South Denali
April 03, 2026
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Key Value Maintainer Curry Ridge Riders Trails maintained Chulitna Bluff Trail, Trapper Creek Winter Trail (aka "Rabbideaux"), East West Express (MP121 to Reflector Tree Junction) +Tokositna Loop Denali State Park Trail conditions Sweet Spring Setup for extended riding season in South Denali ! Curry Ridge Riders groomed ALL the trails again this week and the snow is holding up *extremely* well. All that arctic cold in January & February made for a deeper frostline this winter preserving ice and locked up muskeg across swamps. Results are ice and snow is lasting longer as a result of colder ground temps extending the season. As spring progresses and temperatures eventually remain above freezing overnight, expect potential overflow on creek crossings and "snow-holes" off-trail as collapsing surfaces into creek beds throughout South Denali. Never ride faster than you can make out critical variations in the terrain. Current weather Sunny 30 degrees Date of last snowfall March 19, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) trace Current loose snow base (in) 16-28" Packed trail base (in) 9-19" Date of last grooming April 03, 2026 Trail closures none at present time Hazards Wildlife in the Area,Other Describe hazard Moose and other wood-creatures using the trails too. Winds of last week sculpted hard-pack snow drifts off trail in open areas Comments Trail updates during regular grooming season are published weekly on Friday or Saturday morning and live grooming data can be accessed at https://trails.matsu.gov Our email is akcurryridgeriders@gmail.com (monitored daily) . HELP OTHER RIDERS: our telephone is 907-689-7669 where you can report trail observations and/or concerns and otherwise leave a voice message. We welcome annual membership dues and donations to support our hard work Mid-Valley
April 02, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Mid-Valley Trail Club Trails maintained Today (04/02/26) the North/Rabideaux Trail and Bypass Trail at Rocky Creek were groomed for the last time this season and trail markers were pulled. There is a well established trail. Trapper Lake Trail is in excellent condition and remains marked with trail markers. Trail conditions Today (4/2/26) the North/Rabideaux Trail and Bypass Trail at Rocky Creek were groomed for the last time this season and trail markers were pulled. There is a well established trail. Trapper Lake Trail is in excellent condition and remains marked with trail markers. Enjoy the trails as the season is winding down! We’ll still be out checking on the trails and will give updates as conditions change. Current weather Sunny, temperatures range from -5F to 49F Date of last grooming April 02, 2026 Hazards Large Ruts or Holes Describe hazard The main trail from Susitna Landing to Trapper Lake, first 2 miles of the Neil Lake Trail (to the start of the South/Deshka Trail) and about 5 miles along the South/Deshka Trail going south from the Neil Lake Trail had trail damage from some off road vehicles on the trails. As you ride these trails, be aware of the ruts and travel safely. Comments Be aware of changing trail conditions this time of the year. Lake Louise
April 02, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Lake Louise Snowmachine Club Trails maintained Tolsona trail, Cindy trail, East Crosswind trail, Big Rock trail, and Crosswind trail to Lake louise, Lake louise loop to LL Lodge Trail conditions Packed, some bumps on Lake loops. Current weather Clear, Sunny and then sub zero at night Date of last snowfall March 18, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) 2 in Current loose snow base (in) 16 to 24 in. Packed trail base (in) 2 to 4 in. Date of last grooming March 30, 2026 Trail closures Moore Lake loop not maintained due to lack of Snow Hazards Wildlife in the Area Describe hazard Still Caribou on trails in large numbers, use Caution Willow/emil Stancec
April 02, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Willow Trail Committee Trails maintained Main Artery, Moose Lips (outer/OG), Moose Lips (inner), Intertie (annie oakley to main), Intertie (main to cookie dough), Intertie (cookie dough to pee), Moats Cutoff, Cookie Dough Loop, Sweet Cream, Moats Lake,French Silk, Annie Oakley, S. Tank (Annie Oakley to Half Mile), S. Tank (Half Mile to Sweet Cream), N. Tank (Pee to Eagle Perch), Pee Trail, Willer Kash/Shirleytowne, Half Mile,Camps Loop, Highland Trail, Neon District, Twisted Sister (inner/west), Twisted Sister (outer/east), Snow Beast, Happy Jack, Gravel Pit/River Access Trail conditions Trails are still well established and holding up for the moment, but the warmer weather will deteriorate them soon. Expect "Spring conditions" on all trails. The main efforts for winter ES trails maintenance likely wrap up this week. Current weather Sub-zero mornings and sunny above-freezing daytime highs. Date of last snowfall March 10, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) 4 in Current loose snow base (in) 30 in Packed trail base (in) 8 in Date of last grooming March 24, 2026 Comments ES trail system trailhead is on Willer Kash road. please control snowmachine speeds and watch for dog teams and other trail users. Please stay fully on or completely off trails to keep the surface safe for all users. Please respect private property where trails cross through. Trails are mostly 4-6 feet wide, pass with caution. ES winter trail map: https://www.waco-ak.org/download/16/trails/50824/emil-stancec-trails.pdf thanks for a great season and support of Willow Trails! Skeetawk
March 31, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Skeetawk Trails maintained Altitude, Gold Rush, Skid and Steer, Glacier Bear, Stairway to Evan, Turner's Terrain Park @ Stewart's Drop, and School Yard magic carpet learning area are groomed daily for operations. Mid-Mountain is groomed weekly to 2700' with multiple routes. Trail conditions Surface conditions and coverage remain good. The sun has just recently started to impact the surface and begin the transition to a Spring snowpack. Piste trails are groomed packed powder and off-piste is packed powder. Current weather Mostly sunny with no precipitation. Light N wind. Temperatures slowly warmed through the week, maxing out in the low 30s. Date of last snowfall March 19, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) Trace Current loose snow base (in) 24in Packed trail base (in) 20in Date of last grooming March 30, 2026 Trail closures N/A Comments Hatcherpalooza is this Saturday, April 4th. Government Peak Recreation Area, Hatcher Pass, Matanuska Moose Range, Krpua
March 29, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Mat-Su Ski Club Trails maintained Wide GPRA ski trails were re-groomed Thursday night and the Flat Top and Mtn Streams loops were re-groomed early Friday AM. KRPUA trails were re-groomed Saturday night. Several Moose Range trails were regroomed Thursday. The Archangel Rd non-motorized section was re-groomed 22 March, following the last snowfall (1/2") and is still in good shape. Independence Mine trails were last groomed on 19 March and are still in good shape. Trail conditions Most trails in excellent condition. Some trails that have not been re-groomed recently are rock hard on the morning and are best for walking and fat tire biking and better for skiing later in the day. Current weather No fresh snow since 21 March. Cold nights and sunny day in the 20's. Date of last snowfall March 21, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) Varies 1/2' to a light dusting. Current loose snow base (in) Varies from 40" down to 4" at lower elevations (KRPUA). Packed trail base (in) Varies from 24" down to 2". Date of last grooming March 28, 2026 Trail closures No trail closures. Significant glaciation at the double bridge at the Eastern end of the Flat Top Loop at GPRA. Use CAUTION! Hazards Standing Water or Overflow Describe hazard Glaciation on the East end of the Flat Top Loop at GPRA. Comments Still plenty of skiing. Wear your shades! As the snow retreats in April, Mat-Su Ski Club will focus more on Archangel Rd and The Independence Mine trails well into May. Government Peak Recreation Area
March 29, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Valley Mountain Bikers And Hike Trails maintained No grooming or trail maintenance this last week. Trails are quite icy, good for studded fat tire bikes! Not so great for grooming! Trail conditions Trails are icy in spots, some overflow still. The upper sections of monkshood is drifted over in some places. Current weather Warmer days, the overnight temps are still cold. Date of last snowfall March 18, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) Maybe 1 inch Current loose snow base (in) 16-28 inches Packed trail base (in) 8-20 Date of last grooming March 12, 2026 Aurora Dog Mushing Trails
March 28, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Aurora Dog Mushers Club Trails maintained Groomed trails include the 1-mile, connection from the loop to the current incoming, 4-mile, 6-mile, 10-mile, the loop (T2, T3, T8, T9, T10, T11). Trail conditions The trail is hard with wind blown sections in the open areas. Do not use the 2-mile due to wind blown snow drifts with extreme ups and downs that are not safe for dog teams. Current weather Sunny with temperatures ranging from 0"F to 35'F Date of last snowfall March 07, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) 4 in Current loose snow base (in) 1 in Packed trail base (in) 24 in Date of last grooming March 28, 2026 Trail closures The trail is hard with wind blown sections in the open areas. Do not use the 2-mile due to wind blown snow drifts with extreme ups and downs that are not safe for dog teams. Comments Great Land Trust Conservation Easement is open Talkeetna Area
March 27, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Denali Nordic Ski Club Trails maintained Ridge Trail, Ski Hill, Christiansen Lake, Talkeetna Lakes Park, Fish Lake Rec. area Trail conditions Good - hard packed snow. Some hard drifts on downwind lake trails. Some debris in trail from frequent winds. Current weather Clear, single digit lows, 20's for highs, several days of wind Date of last snowfall March 07, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) 3" Current loose snow base (in) 25" Packed trail base (in) approx. 12" Date of last grooming March 27, 2026 Petersville, South Denali
March 27, 2026
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Key Value Maintainer Curry Ridge Riders Trails maintained Chulitna Bluff Trail, Trapper Creek Winter Trail (aka "Rabbideaux"), East West Express (MP121 to Reflector Tree Junction) +Tokositna Loop Denali State Park Trail conditions Outstanding!! Fine time to be on the South Denali trails with seasonal temperatures and the Vernal Equinox with plenty of sun to bask under. Curry Ridge Riders groomed all the trails again this week PLUS the south end of the Safari Lake Trail to Petersville Road for our annual BBQ and Meeting 3/28 (see comments below). Packed powder on-trail, wind drifted hardpack in open areas off-trail due to gusts earlier and last week. Current weather sunny in the 20s to 30 daytime Date of last snowfall March 19, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) trace Current loose snow base (in) 20-31" Packed trail base (in) 11-21" Date of last grooming March 26, 2026 Trail closures none at present time Hazards Wildlife in the Area,Other Describe hazard Moose and other critters looking for food along the trails. Wind events earlier in week and last have drifted and locked down the snow off-trail in open areas. Comments OPEN TO ALL! Curry Ridge Riders is hosting their annual "Trailside BBQ" on Saturday, March 28th 11:30-1:30 at Reflector Tree Trail Junction (comical old phone booth) MP11 on the East-West Express Trail...GPS coordinates: N62 25.433 W150 34.180. Park at 121 (early) or Vitus Trapper Creek lot (no charge but tell office) and ride 6 miles north on CBT Trail to EWE trail junction then west. Limited parking also available at MP10.5 on the Petersville Road, "Seventeen Mile Creek" parking lot, ride north on Safari Lake Trail. Food, friends, freebies and FUN! Trail updates during regular grooming season are published weekly on Friday or Saturday morning and live grooming data can be accessed at https://trails.matsu.gov Our email is akcurryridgeriders@gmail.com (monitored daily) . Our telephone is 907-689-7669 where you can report trail observations and/or concerns and otherwise leave a voice message. We welcome annual membership dues and donations to support our hard work Big Lake
March 27, 2026
Key Value Maintainer Big Lake Trails Trails maintained Lakes Tr, IronDog Tr, and Houston Loop Trail conditions Smooth, hard and. Current weather Clear, cold 5°f in the morning to 30°f in the late afternoon. In a word, beautiful. Date of last snowfall March 09, 2026 Depth of last snowfall (in) 2 inches Current loose snow base (in) 24" Packed trail base (in) 10"-16" Date of last grooming March 27, 2026 Hazards Wildlife in the Area,Other Describe hazard Moose are always on the move. Overflow should always be watched for as the temps warm.