Snowbelt north of Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

Searching for Snow...and Found it

Hard-To-Find Snow

While snow has been extremely scare throughout much of Ontario this winter, including many parts of Northern Ontario, I was able to locate and ride a snowbelt region of approximately 40 miles wide and 35 miles tall (1400 sq miles). It doesn't sound like much, but it was plenty to keep the smile on the face and throttle thumb happy during what is likely the most difficult snowmobiling season in recent history. I consider myself to be very fortunate in living in Sault Ste. Marie and so close to the snowbelt.
Less Snow in Open Areas Exposed to Sun

As I progressed further eastward, inland from Lake Superior, the snow-depth rapidly dropped when I came off the bluffs, down onto the flats. I knew it was the end of the snowbelt limit. The good news is the low level of snow was well packed and I was able to add another 8 miles eastward on the trip before turning around. I did pass one rider along the way and I remember him from one of my previous trips as being the local trapper. We gave each-other the big wave. A really nice guy.
Spring Snowmobiling

While the grass is green in Sault Ste. Marie and many snowmobilers are getting their ATVs and boats ready, riding and ice-fishing are still a go north of the city. What a great day to be outdoors, mild spring sunshine, less crowded trails and longer days.

Author: Dan Kachur - https://sled-x.ca

Hard-To-Find Snow