Winter trails

Most sno-parks throughout the area are in good condition except the Crescent Lake area, which had flooding over the weekend.

Sno-parks above 5,300 feet will have good snow depth but will contain a fair amount of downed trees. The blowdown also resulted in damaged or lost trail markers. Temporary markers will be used until signage can be fixed.

Wanoga Sno-play area is in good condition but has been filled with multiple man-made jumps that are not recommended due to safety hazards.

Eighty to 90 percent of grooming operations are in full effect but may be cut back due to wet snowpack.

Snowmobilers need to use extreme caution when using trail systems because of unpredictable snow conditions. Users are advised to remain on well-marked trails to avoid challenging snow and be prepared for potential emergencies.

Potential avalanche conditions remain throughout the area with the rain/snow mixture. Backcountry users are advised to avoid avalanche terrain to prevent potential injury.

weekend events

A high school nordic ski race will occur Saturday and Sunday at Virginia Meissner Sno-park. Users need to be aware of potential heavy trail traffic and parking lot capacity.

A snowshoe race will also occur Saturday at Swampy Lakes Sno-park.

The annual “Ice Crit” bike race will commence at 7:30 p.m. Saturday in the Wanoga Sno-play parking lot. There will be a bonfire, prizes and a fire jump. It is $20 to race with all proceeds benefiting the Central Oregon Trail Alliance.

Sno-park Snow Depths

Ten Mile/Newberry Caldera: 18-24 inches

Dutchman Flat: 75-80 inches

Swampy Lakes: Approximately 40 inches

Virginia Meissner: 18-20 inches

Wanoga Sno-play and snowmobile area: 24-30 inches

Crescent Lake area sno-parks: 6-8 inches of snow with low-snow hazards

Edison Butte: 24-30 inches

Skyliner: 12-14 inches

Upper Three Creek: 10-12 inches

Summer Trails

Low- to mid-elevation trails are in variable condition with snow, ice and muddy spots. Users should avoid muddy areas to prevent trail damage.