Normal Weekly Grooming Schedule
All runs start and end at the DOT Shed just off Hwy 40 or the Co-op Creek Trail Head. All runs are during the day except the Saturday night run which is from approximately 4:00 P.M. to Midnight. This schedule is subject to change due to weather or mechanical breakdowns. For current conditions and changes to the grooming schedule please call 1-800-OHV-RIDE .
| Sunday |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
Saturday |
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Dave
Co-op Creek to Lake Creek Trail Head,
Strawberry River,
Lew's Cut Off,
Co-op Creek
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Mike
Clyde Creek,
Mud Creek,
Strawberry Marina,
TrampusIndian Creek,
Sheep Creek,
Soldier Canyon,
Trail Hollow
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Rod
Maintenance Day
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Alan
Co-op Creek to Lake Creek Summit,
Strawberry River,
Lew's Cut Off,
Co-op Creek
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Clinton
Clyde Creek,
Mud Creek,
Strawberry Marina,
JeffIndian Creek,
Sheep Creek,
Soldier Canyon,
Trail Hollow
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Clinton
Co-op Creek to Lake Creek Summit,
Strawberry River,
Lew's Cut Off
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Trail Conditions
| Date |
Conditions |
| 3/6/2010 |
As of Saturday, March 6, 2010 there has been approximately 12” of new snow at the higher elevations and 8” of new snow at the lower elevation. The snow was heavy and there has been substantial wind that has created some drifting. Remember to contact the avalanche center before heading out.
Last night, Friday March 5, we groomed Clyde Creek and Mudd Creek.
The Snow cat had a Hydraulic leak last week and we were not able to groom CO-OP and Strawberry. That run has not been done since the new snow so anticipate rough trails.
Last night the Snow Cat encountered an electrical problem with the till bar. The tiller bar cannot be raised. This will prevent us from taking it out until it if fixed. I anticipate the Snow Cat will be down at least until Thursday.
The conditions are good right now but with the problems we have had with the groomer lately the trails will be rough.
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| 2/20/2010 |
As of Saturday, 2/20/2010, the groomer is down with a radiator leak. It does not appear to be in a hose or hose connection so the repair will be more difficult. We are hoping the repairs can be made next week and will not involve transporting the Groomer to Salt Lake.
Prior to this we were current with all of our scheduled runs with the last run being
CO-OP Creek, Lake Creek summit and Strawberry River on Thursday. We have received several smaller storm over the last week with each one producing 1 to 3 inches of new snow at the trail heads and a little more at the higher elevations.
We will update the report when we know more on Monday, 2/22/2010.
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| 2/5/2010 |
Hello Fellow Sled riders. As of Friday, February 5th, 2010 there has been 0 inches of new snow. It’s been blowing up there off and on for the last couple of days. There is a fairly good sized storm that's supposed to hit today...if the weatherman gets it right. The avalanche conditions are still considerable is some areas so make sure you have all the proper equipment with you like beacons, probes, shovels, emergency equipment and so forth. The main thing is that you don't take any chances. You can't get hit by an avalanche if you stay away from the area they occur.
Yesterday was Thursday and I was able to coax the snowcat into working temporarily. It is still in need of the SLC guys to come do some repairs, but I think we may be able to limp along to keep the trails in the best condition we can. Today they will attempt the long run, so we will see what happens.
Grooming Completed This Last week:
- Monday, February 1st- Hwy 40 to Co-op Creek to Lake Creek Summit, down to the Lake Creek Trail Head back to Hwy 40 by way of Strawberry River, Lew’s cutoff and Co-op Creek.
- Tuesday, February 2nd- Clyde Creek, Mud Creek, Marina, Indian Creek, as much of Sheep creek as possible, Trail Hollow and back to Hwy 40.
- Wednesday, February 3rd- Cat was down for maintenance.
- Thursday February 4th- Co-op Creek to Lake Creek Summit back down Strawberry River, over to Co-op Creek and back to Hwy 40.
- Friday, February 5th- Hwy 40 up Clyde Creek and down Mud Creek. IC, TH, and Sheep Crk. Provided the SnoCat keeps running
- Saturday, February 6th- Co-op Creek to Lake Creek Summit back down Strawberry River, over to Co-op Creek and back to Hwy 40
- Sunday, February 7th- Our make up day.
Scheduled Runs :
- February 8th- The above scheduled Monday run will be canceled
- February 9th- The above scheduled Tuesday run provided the cat is up and running
- February 10th- SnoCat maintenance day
- February 11th- The above scheduled Thursday run
- February 12th- The above scheduled Friday run
- February 13th- The above scheduled Saturday run
- February 14th- The above scheduled Sunday run
At some point this week the SLC guys will be up. So, the grooming run will be canceled for whatever that day may be. I know that doesn't help much.
Schedule is subject to change based on accident/emergency needs, weather conditions and equipment repairs.
Be smart. Avalanche conditions are still high. Wear your beacons, and know your surroundings.
Jordanelle State Park 435-649-9540, www.stateparks.utah.gov
Daniels Summit Lodge 435-649-1341 or 1-800-519-9969, www.danielssummit.com
Strawberry Bay Marina and Lodge 435-548-2261, www.strawberrybay.com.
Jeff Smith, Ranger
Jordanelle State Park
(435) 649-9540
jeffsmith@utah.gov
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| 1/29/2010 |
Hello Fellow Sled riders. As of Friday, January 29th, 2010 there has been a few inches of new snow. It’s been snowing up there off and on for the last week or so. There is a layer of powder, then a layer of heavy, moist snow, and on top is another layer of thick powder. This means make sure you stay out of avalanche danger. Make sure you have all the proper equipment with you like beacons, probes, shovels, emergency equipment and so forth.
On Friday, there were a bunch of those demo snocats running from the Strawberry River trailhead. They went all over the place leaving big tracks. As usual, they will freeze tonight and probably get covered by drifts. Be very careful when crossing them, and be cautious if you don't see them because they hurt if you cross them unexpectedly. I know.
I did see some really, really nice play areas just off the trail today. I would tell you where they are, but I'm afraid they won't remain that way for me on Sunday when I can ride. So...You'll understand if I keep the secret. Of coarse the boss is saying I have to tell you, so if you call me, I guess I will. : )
Grooming Completed This Last week:
- Monday, January 25th- Hwy 40 to Co-op Creek to Lake Creek Summit, down to the Lake Creek Trail Head back to Hwy 40 by way of Strawberry River, Lew’s cutoff and Co-op Creek.
- Tuesday, January 26th- Clyde Creek, Mud Creek, Marina, Indian Creek, as much of Sheep creek as possible, Trail Hollow and back to Hwy 40.
- Wednesdays, Cat was down for maintenance.
- Thursday January 28th- Co-op Creek to Lake Creek Summit back down Strawberry River, over to Co-op Creek and back to Hwy 40.
- Friday, January 29th- Hwy 40 up Clyde Creek and down Mud Creek. IC, TH, and Sheep Crk was canceled due to the snocat breaking down.
- Saturday, January 30th- Canceled
- Sunday, January 31- Canceled
Scheduled Runs :
- February 1st- The above scheduled Monday run will be canceled
- February 2nd- The above scheduled Tuesday run provided the cat is up and running
- February 3rd- SnoCat maintenance day
- February 4th- The above scheduled Thursday run
- February 5th- The above scheduled Friday run
- February 6th- The above scheduled Saturday run
- February 7th- The above scheduled Sunday run
Schedule is subject to change based on accident/emergency needs, weather conditions and equipment repairs.
Be smart. Avalanche conditions are still high. Wear your beacons, and know your surroundings.
Jordanelle State Park 435-649-9540, www.stateparks.utah.gov
Daniels Summit Lodge 435-649-1341 or 1-800-519-9969, www.danielssummit.com
Strawberry Bay Marina and Lodge 435-548-2261, www.strawberrybay.com.
Jeff Smith, Ranger
Jordanelle State Park
(435) 649-9540
jeffsmith@utah.gov
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| 1/23/2010 |
Hello Fellow Sled riders.
As of Friday, January 22nd, 2010 there has been A LOT of new snow. Finally. Our prayers have been answered. It’s been snowing up there for a couple days now. The first of it was that perfect snowball making type of snow. What’s falling now is Powder…Lots and lots of powder. This means make sure you stay out of avalanche danger. Make sure you have all the proper equipment with you like beacons, probes, shovels, emergency equipment and so forth. Once you have all the responsible stuff done, all that’s left to do it play, play, play. Make sure you leave some for me though…seriously, save me some. Oh, almost forgot. Even though the snow is good, be careful of the wind. It was blowing pretty hard most of today.
Grooming Completed This Last week:
- Monday, January 18th- Hwy 40 to Co-op Creek to Lake Creek Summit, down to the Lake Creek Trail Head back to Hwy 40 by way of Strawberry River, Lew’s cutoff and Co-op Creek.
- Tuesday, January 19th- Clyde Creek, Mud Creek, Marina, Indian Creek, as much of Sheep creek as possible, Trail Hollow and back to Hwy 40.
- Wednesdays, Cat was down for maintenance.
- Thursday January 21st- Co-op Creek to Lake Creek Summit back down Strawberry River, over to Co-op Creek and back to Hwy 40.
- Friday, January 22nd- The run going to C/C M/C Indian Creek Trail Hollow was cancelled do to heavy snow conditions.
- Saturday, January 23rd- Co-op to the Lake Creek Summit then down Strawberry River, over Lew’s cutoff to Co-op Creek to Highway 40.
- Sunday, January 24th- Hwy 40 up Clyde Creek and down Mud Creek then to the Marina and back to Hwy 40.
Scheduled Runs :
- January 25th- The above scheduled Monday run
- January 26th- The above scheduled Tuesday run
- January 27th- SnoCat maintenance day
- January 28th- The above scheduled Thursday run
- January 29th- The above scheduled Friday run
- January 30th- The above scheduled Saturday run
- January 31th- The above scheduled Sunday run
Schedule is subject to change based on accident/emergency needs, weather conditions and equipment repairs.
Since the snow is going to be AWESOME, keep in mind avalanche conditions and be safe and smart. We don’t want to have to stop “Patrolling” to come save you. : )
Jordanelle State Park 435-649-9540, www.stateparks.utah.gov
Daniels Summit Lodge 435-649-1341 or 1-800-519-9969, www.danielssummit.com
Strawberry Bay Marina and Lodge 435-548-2261, www.strawberrybay.com.
Jeff Smith, Ranger
Jordanelle State Park
(435) 649-9540
jeffsmith@utah.gov
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| 1/12/2010 |
Hello
Fellow Sled riders.
As of Monday, January 11th, 2010 there has been little to no new snow
at the Strawberry UDOT shed. Caution should be used at lower elevations
due to the thin snow depths. With the cold, the trails are staying
hard. If you're lucky enough to find a good unused play area, use
caution. There are a lot of hidden rocks, (trust me, I know) and vegetation.
Grooming Completed This Last week:
- Monday, January 4th- Hwy 40 to Co-op Creek to Lake Creek Summit,
down to the Lake Creek Trail Head back to Hwy 40 by way of Strawberry
River, Lew’s cutoff and Co-op Creek.
- Tuesday, January 5th- Clyde Creek, Mud Creek, Marina, Indian
Creek, as much of Sheep creek as possible, Trail Hollow and back
to Hwy 40.
- Wednesdays, Cat is down for maintenance.
- Thursday January 7th- Co-op Creek to Lake Creek Summit back
down Strawberry River, over to Co-op Creek and back to Hwy 40.
- Friday, January 8th- C/C M/C Indian Creek Trail Hollow.
- Saturday, January 9th- Co-op to the Lake Creek Summit then down
Strawberry River, over Lew’s cutoff to Co-op Creek to Highway
40.
- Sunday, January 10th- Hwy 40 up Clyde Creek and down Mud Creek
then to the Marina and back to Hwy 40.
Scheduled Runs :
- January 11th- The above scheduled Monday run
- January 12th- The above scheduled Tuesday run
- January 13th- SnoCat maintenance day
- January 14th- The above scheduled Thursday run
- January 15th- The above scheduled Friday run
- January 16th- The above scheduled Saturday run
- January 17th- The above scheduled Sunday run
Schedule is subject to change based on accident/emergency needs, weather
conditions and equipment repairs.
The only concerns we have is the lack of snow. In some areas we may
have to suspend grooming until we get more snow because there is too
much exposed road or vegetation.
Thank you, and be safe out there.
Jordanelle State Park 435-649-9540, www.stateparks.utah.gov
Daniels Summit Lodge 435-649-1341 or 1-800-519-9969, www.danielssummit.com
Strawberry Bay Marina and Lodge 435-548-2261, www.strawberrybay.com.
Jeff Smith, Ranger
Jordanelle State Park
(435) 649-9540
jeffsmith@utah.gov
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