Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # The Golden Triangle Snowmobile trails around Whitecourt, Fox Creek and Swan Hills ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Whitecourt | Swan Hills | Fox Creek - Weekly Trail Reports | April 2, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/04/02/whitecourt-swan-hills-fox-creek-weekly-trail-reports-april-2-2026/) - Reminder to enter our 2026 QR Check-In Contest while out exploring the triangle; our executive assistant will keep this contest open until the trails are no longer able to be explored for the season!Can you believe we're into April and still posting trail reports!?𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 | 𝐑𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐲 - [Swan Hills Snow Goers | Weekly Trail Report | Friday March 20, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/03/20/swan-hills-snow-goers-weekly-trail-report-friday-march-20-2026/) - Spring is upon us. With the extreme warm weather and rain this last week the trails have dropped significantly which may have uncovered some hazards. Cooler weather and snow is in the forecast which will hopefully freshen things up for us. Be careful and ride safe. Watch for downed trees between Swan Hills & Whitecourt - [Fox Creek Northland Sno-Goers | Weekly Trail Report | Friday March 20, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/03/20/fox-creek-northland-sno-goers-weekly-trail-report-friday-march-20-2026/) - Spring conditions for riding. We are under the snowfall warning expecting up to 15cm. Parking this weekend for anyone coming from out of town, please park at the Fox Creek Community Hall. Please don’t park at the Multiplex as there is a hockey tournament this weekend. Enjoy the trails! - [Whitecourt Trailblazers Club | Weekly Trail Report | Friday March 20, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/03/20/whitecourt-trailblazers-club-weekly-trail-report-friday-march-20-2026/) - 𝚆𝚊𝚛𝚖𝚎𝚛 𝚠𝚎𝚊𝚝𝚑𝚎𝚛 𝚊𝚕𝚘𝚗𝚐 𝚠𝚒𝚝𝚑 𝚜𝚘𝚖𝚎 𝚛𝚊𝚒𝚗 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚆𝚑𝚒𝚝𝚎𝚌𝚘𝚞𝚛𝚝 𝚊𝚛𝚎𝚊 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚙𝚊𝚜𝚝 𝚠𝚎𝚎𝚔, 𝚎𝚡𝚙𝚎𝚌𝚝 𝚜𝚙𝚛𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚛𝚒𝚍𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚍𝚒𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗𝚜 𝚘𝚗 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚝𝚛𝚊𝚒𝚕𝚜. Staging Areas: - [Whitecourt Trailblazers Club | Weekly Trail Report | Thursday March 12, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/03/12/whitecourt-trailblazers-club-weekly-trail-report-thursday-march-12-2026/) - 𝚂𝚙𝚛𝚒𝚗𝚐 𝚕𝚒𝚔𝚎 𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚍𝚒𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗𝚜 𝚑𝚊𝚟𝚎 𝚌𝚊𝚞𝚜𝚎𝚍 𝚜𝚘𝚖𝚎 𝚋𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚜𝚙𝚘𝚝𝚜 𝚒𝚗 𝚘𝚙𝚎𝚗 𝚊𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚜; 𝚘𝚟𝚎𝚛𝚊𝚕𝚕 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚝𝚛𝚊𝚒𝚕𝚜 𝚛𝚎𝚖𝚊𝚒𝚗 𝚒𝚗 𝚐𝚘𝚘𝚍 𝚜𝚑𝚊𝚙𝚎. 𝚁𝚎𝚌𝚎𝚗𝚝 𝚑𝚒𝚐𝚑 𝚠𝚒𝚗𝚍𝚜 𝚑𝚊𝚟𝚎 𝚊𝚕𝚜𝚘 𝚌𝚊𝚞𝚜𝚎𝚍 𝚖𝚊𝚗𝚢 𝚍𝚘𝚠𝚗 𝚝𝚛𝚎𝚎𝚜 𝚊𝚌𝚛𝚘𝚜𝚜 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚝𝚛𝚊𝚒𝚕 𝚜𝚢𝚜𝚝𝚎𝚖.𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝘀𝗼 𝗺𝘂𝗰𝗵 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗹𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆! Staging Areas:Eagle River Staging Area is open.Groat Creek Staging Area is open. - [Swan Hills Snow Goers | Weekly Trail Report | Thursday March 12, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/03/12/swan-hills-snow-goers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-march-12-2026/) - Trails are all in great shape.Please watch for down trees after last weekend's wind storm and possible drifting on the trails. Swan Hills club will be working on cleaning the trails this upcoming weekend, but help is always appreciated. - [Fox Creek Northland Sno-Goers | Weekly Trail Report | Thursday March 12, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/03/12/fox-creek-northland-sno-goers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-march-12-2026/) - All trails in the Fox Creek area have been freshly groomed including The Golden TriangleIosegun Lane is now opened and groomed. Watch for trees down on East Heavysound. - [Fox Creek Northland Sno-Goers | Weekly Trail Report | Friday March 6, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/03/06/fox-creek-northland-sno-goers-weekly-trail-report-friday-march-6-2026/) - All trails have recently been groomed except the trails from Eagle Tower Cabin to Harold’s Hut and Trappers to Virginia Hills. - [Whitecourt Trailblazers Club | Weekly Trail Report | Friday March 6, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/03/06/whitecourt-trailblazers-club-weekly-trail-report-friday-march-6-2026/) - 𝙻𝚘𝚝𝚜 𝚘𝚏 𝚛𝚎𝚌𝚎𝚗𝚝 𝚜𝚗𝚘𝚠𝚏𝚊𝚕𝚕 𝚒𝚗 𝚝𝚑𝚎 𝚆𝚑𝚒𝚝𝚎𝚌𝚘𝚞𝚛𝚝 𝚊𝚛𝚎𝚊 𝚊𝚐𝚊𝚒𝚗 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚠𝚎𝚎𝚔! 𝚃𝚛𝚊𝚒𝚕𝚜 𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚌𝚞𝚛𝚛𝚎𝚗𝚝𝚕𝚢 𝚒𝚗 𝚐𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚝 𝚜𝚑𝚊𝚙𝚎. Staging Areas:Eagle River Staging Area is openGroat Creek Staging Area is open, but has not been plowed yet - Scheduled for next week.The Eagle River Casino parking lot is still available for staging use as well and has - [Swan Hills Snow Goers | Weekly Trail Report | Friday March 6, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/03/06/swan-hills-snow-goers-weekly-trail-report-friday-march-6-2026/) - Trails are in great condition! With the recent snow fall it has coated the trails to freshen them up. Approximately 6” of new snow in town. Active logging in the Goose tower area. Please use Forestry radios and communication. Goose Tower Road is only plowed to km 23. Parking lot is not plowed at km - [Fox Creek Northland Sno-Goers | Weekly Trail Report | Thursday February 26, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/02/26/fox-creek-northland-sno-goers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-february-26-2026/) - The groomer will be out and starting to groom over the next few days. We plan to groom all of the trails. Watch the Fox Creek Northland Sno-Goers Facebook Page for daily updates. - [Swan Hills Snow Goers | Weekly Trail Report | Thursday February 26, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/02/26/swan-hills-snow-goers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-february-26-2026/) - A big thank you to those that participated in the Swan Hills snowmobile rally last weekend! Trails are in great shape. Recent snowfall has refreshed the trails. Grooming has been completed from Swan Hills south towards Whitecourt and we are planning to go West before the weekend if the weather cooperates. - [Whitecourt Trailblazers Club | Weekly Trail Report | Thursday February 26, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/02/26/whitecourt-trailblazers-club-weekly-trail-report-thursday-february-26-2026/) - 𝘞𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘴𝘯𝘰𝘸𝘧𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘩𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢, 𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘨𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘮𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘦! Staging Areas: Eagle River Staging Area is NOW OPEN!Groat Creek Staging Area is open Grooming:𝙽𝚘𝚛𝚝𝚑 𝚃𝚛𝚊𝚒𝚕 𝚂𝚢𝚜𝚝𝚎𝚖:Golden Triangle Trail from Virginia Hills Road (I ) to Carson CabinManweiler Trail from #44 to #21, also #41 to - [Whitecourt Trailblazers Club | Weekly Trail Report | Thursday February 5, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/02/05/whitecourt-trailblazers-club-weekly-trail-report-thursday-february-5-2026/) - 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘩𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘶𝘯𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘶𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘯𝘰 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘴𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘬. 𝘚𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘪𝘤𝘺 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘵𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘪𝘯 𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘯 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘴. The Golden Triangle has received many reports of riders out riding the entire triangle in the past week or two and the trails are said to be fantastic! Staging Areas: - [Swan Hills Snow Goers | Weekly Trail Report | Thursday February 5, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/02/05/swan-hills-snow-goers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-february-5-2026/) - Trails are in great condition and holding up well through this warm spell. Thankfully Swan Hills did not see the crazy amounts of rain that some areas did over the weekend. They did however receive a couple inches of snow around town!The Golden Triangle has received many reports of riders out riding the entire triangle - [Whitecourt Trailblazers Club | Weekly Trail Report | Thursday January 29, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/29/whitecourt-trailblazers-club-weekly-trail-report-thursday-january-29-2026/) - 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘩𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘢 𝘧𝘦𝘸 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘤𝘮’𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘴𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘬. 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘮𝘰𝘰𝘵𝘩 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘪𝘤𝘺 𝘴𝘱𝘰𝘵𝘴. 𝘜𝘴𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯. Staging Areas: - [Swan Hills Snow Goers | Weekly Trail Report | Thursday January 29, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/29/swan-hills-snow-goers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-january-29-2026/) - A courteous reminder to all trail users. Be aware of potential trail conditions. Please be prepared with a saw and assist us in clearing fallen trees or inform us of the location of any obstructions. Exercise caution groomers can be operating at anytime on the trails.Thank you to our volunteers that help clean up the trails - [Fox Creek Northland Sno-Goers | Weekly Trail Report | Thursday January 29, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/29/fox-creek-northland-sno-goers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-january-29-2026/) - EAGLE RUN - Groomed on January 26, 2026. For about 500 meters around the beaver dam please use caution as that area has had some fresh mulching done and watch for the grader berm that separates the trail.IOSEGUN LAKE TRAIL & RASPBERRY LOOP - Groomed on January 26, 2026IOSEGUN LANE - this trail remains CLOSEDWEST - [Fox Creek Northland Sno-Goers | Weekly Trail Report | Thursday January 22, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/22/fox-creek-northland-sno-goers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-january-22-2026/) - The groomer was out yesterday to finish the Whitecourt leg of the Golden Triangle. There were lots of trees down that the groomer was fortunately able to push off.If you see trees on the trail that you can throw off, please stop and do so. This is a big help to our club and grooming - [Swan Hills Snow Goers | Weekly Trail Report | Thursday January 22, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/22/swan-hills-snow-goers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-january-22-2026/) - All trails are open and in decent shape. No new grooming activities this week. The Swan Hills club is currently working on clean-up of the debris from strong winds lately. They are hopeful to continue grooming operations later this week.Please use caution and watch for fallen trees on the trails.There is active logging in the area south of Swan - [Whitecourt Trailblazers Club | Weekly Trail Report | Thursday January 22, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/22/whitecourt-trailblazers-club-weekly-trail-report-thursday-january-22-2026/) - 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦𝘥. 𝘕𝘰 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘴𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘩𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢. 𝘞𝘢𝘳𝘮 𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘯𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴 𝘪𝘤𝘺. 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘕𝘰𝘳𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘴𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮 𝘸𝘢𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘵 𝘢𝘴 𝘢𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘤𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘣𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘮 𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘣𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘰𝘶𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘴𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮. Staging Areas: - [Swan Hills Snow-Goers Weekly Trail Report – Sunday January 18th, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/18/swan-hills-snow-goers-weekly-trail-report-sunday-january-18th-2026/) - All trials are open and in decent shape through this January heat wave! No grooming activities this week due to the above normal temperatures. There is active logging in the area south of Swan Hills along the trail so please use caution. Hopefully cooler temperatures later this week and some new snow! - [Whitecourt Trailblazers Weekly Trail Report – Sunday January 18th, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/18/whitecourt-trailblazers-weekly-trail-report-sunday-january-18th-2026/) - 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘶𝘱, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘥 𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘬𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦. 𝘞𝘦 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘯𝘰 𝘯𝘦𝘸 𝘴𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘮 𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘴. 𝘔𝘢𝘫𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘧𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘴𝘺𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘮, 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯𝘬𝘴 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘭𝘭 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘮𝘢𝘥𝘦 𝘪𝘵 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨! 𝘏𝘪𝘨𝘩 𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘥𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘯 𝘭𝘪𝘬𝘦𝘭𝘺 𝘥𝘳𝘰𝘱𝘴 𝘮𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘴𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘳𝘺 𝘢 𝘴𝘢𝘸. 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘰𝘳𝘵 - [Fox Creek Northland Sno-Goers Weekly Trail Report – Sunday January 18th, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/18/fox-creek-northland-sno-goers-weekly-trail-report-sunday-january-18th-2026/) - The groomer went out to Harold’s Hut - Jan 14Raspberry Loop groomed - Jan 16Groomer active West Heavysound - Jan 17Please use caution on Eagle Run at the Beaver Dam. That is where the trail was mulched to widen it. There is a grader berm there to split the trail as well.Iosegun Lane trail remains - [Fox Creek Northland Sno-Goers Weekly Trail Report – Thursday January 8th, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/08/fox-creek-northland-sno-goers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-january-8th-2026/) - The groomer is planning out where they will start and get done this week.Please stay off of Iosegun lane as it will remain closed. And the area of eagle run by the beaver dam is also closed groomer gets a chance to it. A Message from The Golden Triangle:From the recent heavy snow there are - [Whitecourt Trailblazers Weekly Trail Report – Thursday January 8th, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/08/whitecourt-trailblazers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-january-8th-2026/) - 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘩𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢 𝘩𝘢𝘴 50-55 𝘤𝘮’𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘴𝘯𝘰𝘸, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘪𝘯 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘦. Staging Areas:Eagle River Staging Area is currently off limits; Government of Alberta crews are in there completing upgrades. North trail system staging area will be at the Eagle River Casino on the far west side (beside the Husky truck stop) - [Swan Hills Snow-Goers Weekly Trail Report – Thursday January 8th, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/08/swan-hills-snow-goers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-january-8th-2026/) - All trails are in good shape and open! Swan Hills Snow-Goers inspected the trail South of town to the letter "O" this last week and is now groomed. There is active logging in the area south of Swan Hills along the trail so please use caution. They received about 6-8" of new snow this last week - [Whitecourt Trailblazers Weekly Trail Report – Thursday January 1st, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/01/whitecourt-trailblazers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-january-1st-2026/) - 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘩𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘥 𝘢 𝘧𝘢𝘪𝘳 𝘢𝘮𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘵 𝘰𝘧 𝘴𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘴𝘵 𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘬, 𝘢𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘮𝘦𝘳 𝘵𝘦𝘮𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘴, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘪𝘯 𝘨𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘴𝘩𝘢𝘱𝘦. Staging Areas: - [Swan Hills Snow-Goers Weekly Trail Report – Thursday January 1st, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/01/swan-hills-snow-goers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-january-1st-2026/) - The trail section between Tamarack and Goose Tower Road remains closed. Trail west of town to Fox Creek is in good shape.The staging area at the ball diamonds has been cleared. Old Road Trail east of town has been inspected, but it has not been groomed yet up to Rainbow Creek Cabin. Caution is advised - [Fox Creek Northland Sno-Goers Weekly Trail Report – Thursday January 1st, 2026](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2026/01/01/fox-creek-northland-sno-goers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-january-1st-2026/) - The groomer has had some issues and unfortunately we won’t be able to groom till next week.Part of Eagle Run and Iosegun Lane is CLOSED (Please stay off the area in red on the map, as there is some major trail mulching and oilfield work going on). We are working with the company to resolve - [Swan Hills Snow-Goers Weekly Trail Report – Friday December 26th, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/12/26/swan-hills-snow-goers-weekly-trail-report-friday-december-26th-2025/) - The trail section between Tamarack and Goose Tower remains closed. Some creek areas around town have been filled, and the ball diamond parking lot has been cleared. We've received 5-6 inches of fresh snow in the past week. Warmer temperatures forecasted later this week are expected to facilitate additional trail work. It is currently snowing - [Fox Creek Northland Sno-Goers Weekly Trail Report – Friday December 26th, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/12/26/fox-creek-northland-sno-goers-weekly-trail-report-friday-december-26th-2025/) - Fox Creek is hoping to start grooming in the coming days.EAGLE RUN - For about 500 meters around the beaver dam for the next week there is active mulching please use extreme caution. The creek crossings are filled.IOSEGUN LAKE TRAIL & RASPBERRY LOOP- creek crossings have been filled.IOSEGUN LANE - this trail is closed.WEST HEAVYSOUND - [Whitecourt Trailblazers Weekly Trail Report – Friday December 26th, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/12/26/whitecourt-trailblazers-weekly-trail-report-friday-december-26th-2025/) - 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘩𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢 𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘥 35-40 𝘤𝘮’𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘴𝘯𝘰𝘸. 𝘎𝘳𝘰𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘥; 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘱𝘢𝘴𝘴 𝘴𝘰 𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘴 𝘴𝘰𝘮𝘦 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘯𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘭 𝘩𝘢𝘻𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯. Staging Areas: - [Fox Creek Northland Sno-Goers Weekly Trail Report - Friday December 19th, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/12/19/fox-creek-northland-sno-goers-weekly-trail-report-friday-december-19th-2025/) - Please check out the map, avoid and stay off of the area in red. There is mulching and some major work going on in those spots. There are a couple big trees needing to be cut if anyone can. The first is before the river towards the legion lodge and the second one is before - [Swan Hills Snow-Goers Weekly Trail Report - Thursday December 18th, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/12/18/swan-hills-snow-goers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-december-18th-2025/) - Trails are cleared and set with the snow cat from the Town of Swan Hills to letter "D" (please refer to our Golden Triangle map for letter references). Trails are still bumpy in sections, hopefully with the recent snowfall it will smooth out a bit. We are working on getting everything opened up, we have - [Whitecourt Trailblazers Weekly Trail Report - Thursday December 18th, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/12/18/whitecourt-trailblazers-weekly-trail-report-thursday-december-18th-2025/) - 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘞𝘩𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘶𝘳𝘵 𝘢𝘳𝘦𝘢 𝘩𝘢𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘦𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘥 5-10 𝘤𝘮’𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘴𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘢𝘴𝘵 𝘸𝘦𝘦𝘬 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘵’𝘴 𝘴𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘴𝘯𝘰𝘸𝘪𝘯𝘨! 𝘞𝘦 𝘤𝘶𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘶𝘮𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘱𝘱𝘳𝘰𝘹𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘭𝘺 20-25 𝘤𝘮’𝘴. 𝘞𝘦 𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘳𝘴 𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘦𝘹𝘤𝘪𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘵𝘰 𝘨𝘦𝘵 𝘰𝘶𝘵, 𝘣𝘶𝘵 𝘳𝘪𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘴 𝘕𝘖𝘛 𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘥 𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘴 𝘵𝘪𝘮𝘦. 𝘛𝘳𝘢𝘪𝘭 𝘤𝘭𝘦𝘢𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘴 𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦, 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘯𝘰𝘸 𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘴 𝘩𝘢𝘷𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘯 𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘰 𝘧𝘪𝘭𝘭 - [Congratulations to our QR Check In Contest WINNER!](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/04/10/congratulations-to-our-qr-check-in-contest-winner/) - Congratulations Our 2024/2025 Season QR Check-In Contest closed on March 31st, 2025 and we are happy to announce our winner of a $250 VISA CARD this year is 𝙆𝙖𝙧𝙡𝙞𝙚 𝙁𝙡𝙮𝙣𝙣 from Camrose! Karlie rode the Golden Triangle with her family by taking part in the Whitecourt Trailblazers Club Guided Fun Ride and visiting the Eagle - [Swan Hills Trail Report - Thursday February 27th, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/02/27/swan-hills-trail-report-thursday-february-27th-2025/) - ** TRAILS ARE CURRENTLY CLOSED ** Due to the warm temperatures and rainfall we have received in the Swan Hills area, our trails are currently closed. Please respect our request to stay off the trails with any tracked or wheeled vehicles as we work towards preserving our trail system in hopes for cooler weather and - [Whitecourt Trail Report - Thursday February 27th, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/02/27/whitecourt-trail-report-thursday-february-27th-2025/) - The Whitecourt area has not received and new snow over the past week. We have also experienced above 0°c temperatures for most of last week and this week. All trails have been groomed at least once. Staging Areas: Both staging areas are open for the season. Use caution if you are leaving the parking lot - [Whitecourt Trail Report - Thursday February 20, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/02/21/whitecourt-trail-report-thursday-february-20-2025/) - Weekly Trail Report Thursday February 20th, 2025 The Whitecourt area has not received and new snow over the past week. All trails have been groomed at least once and are in great shape! Staging Areas: Both staging areas are open for the season. Use caution if you are leaving the parking lot or trail at - [Fox Creek Trail Report - Thursday February 20th, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/02/21/fox-creek-trail-report-thursday-february-20th-2025/) - EAGLE RUN - groomed on Feb 18, 25. Watch for drifts in cut block areas. IOSEGUN LAKE TRAIL & RASPBERRY LOOP - groomed Feb 18, 25 This loop is in the burnt area from the 2023 wildfire fires. Please watch for fallen trees and the club is working on sign replacement. IOSEGUN LANE - groomed - [Swan Hills Trail Report - January 31st, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/01/31/swan-hills-trail-report-january-31st-2025/) - The Swan Hills area has received around 5" of new snow Tuesday night and the snow continues to fall this week. All of the Swan Hills trails have been groomed once with the Snowcats and are passable. Letter B to D towards Fox Creek on the Golden Triangle has been groomed. The Snow-Goers club will - [Whitecourt Trail Report - January 31st, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/01/31/whitecourt-trail-report-january-31st-2025/) - 𝙏𝙍𝘼𝙄𝙇 𝙍𝙀𝙋𝙊𝙍𝙏 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙏𝙝𝙪𝙧𝙨𝙙𝙖𝙮, 𝙅𝙖𝙣𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙮 30𝙩𝙝, 2025 The Whitecourt area has received between 5-10cm of new snow over the past week. And the snow had continued to fall throughout Thursday and into Friday. We have started grooming operations on both the north and south trails. All trails have been groomed at least once. Staging Areas: - [Fox Creek Northland Sno-Goers Trail Report - Jan.23/25](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/01/23/fox-creek-northland-sno-goers-jan-23-25/) - EAGLE RUN - Groomed on Jan. 19, 25 about 8” of new snow - Watch for drifts in cut block areas.IOSEGUN LAKE TRAIL & RASPBERRY LOOP - Groomed Jan.19, 25 - This loop is in the burnt area from the 2023 wildfire fires. Please watch for fallen trees and the club is working on sign - [Swan Hills Snow Goers Trail Report - Jan.23/25](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/01/23/swan-hills-snow-goers-trail-report-jan-23-25/) - Snow has been falling, but not all trails have been groomed yet. And no drags have been out on the trails. The Swan Hills area have been experiencing a lot of wind storms, causing many trees to fall and our volunteers are working as fast as they can to clear the trails. From Swan Hills - [Whitecourt Trailblazers Trail Report - January 23, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/01/23/whitecourt-trailblazers-trail-report-january-23-2025/) - The Whitecourt area has received around 5cm of new snow over the past week. We have started grooming operations on both the north and south trails. Please note that not all trails have been completed at this time. Staging Areas: Both staging areas are open for the season. Use caution if you are leaving the - [Swan Hills Trail Report - Thursday Jan.16/25](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/01/17/swan-hills-trail-report-thursday-jan-16-25/) - Trail are open! Please note that the snowcats haven't made it out over all trails quite yet. GroomingLetter B has been groomed. We are currently working on Grooming Letter D to C There is currently work being completed around Letter O - use caution and watch for a brushing machine in the area. Watch for - [Fox Creek Trail Report - Thursday Jan.16/25](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/01/17/fox-creek-trail-report-thursday-jan-16-25/) - NO NEW SNOWEAGLE TOWER TO HAROLDS HUT - groomed - January 7th; no new snowEAGLE RUN - groomed on Dec. 29, 24 low snow levels. Watch for drifts in cut block areas.IOSEGUN LAKE TRAIL & RASPBERRY LOOP - groomed Dec. 30, 24 low snow levels. This loop is in the burnt area from the 2023 - [Whitecourt Trail Report - Thursday Jan.16/25](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/01/17/whitecourt-trail-report-thursday-jan-16-25/) - The Whitecourt area has received patches of new snow over the past week. We have started grooming operations on both the North and South trail systems. Note that not all trails have been completed at this time. Staging Areas: Both staging areas are open for the season. Use caution if you are leaving the parking - [Fox Creek Trail Report - Thursday, January 9th, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/01/09/fox-creek-trail-report-thursday-january-9th-2025/) - The Fox Creek area has received no new snow Grooming was done on January 7, 2025 - Eagle Tower Cabin to Harold's HutEAGLE RUN - Groomed on Dec. 29, 2024; low snow levels. Watch for drifts in cut block areas.IOSEGUN LAKE TRAIL & RASPBERRYLOOP- Groomed Dec. 30, 24 low snow levels. This loop is in - [Whitecourt Trail Report - Thursday, January 9th, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/01/09/whitecourt-trail-report-thursday-january-9th-2025/) - The Whitecourt area has not received any new snow over the past week. We have started grooming operations on both the north and south trails. Not all trails have been completed at this time. Staging Areas: Both staging areas are open for the season. Use caution if you are leaving the parking lot or trail - [Swan Hills Trail Report - Thursday, January 9th, 2025](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2025/01/09/swan-hills-trail-report-thursday-january-9th-2025/) - The Golden Triangle trails in the Swan Hills area have not been opened up yet; therefore riding is not recommended. The majority of all trail work so far this season has been on the Swan Hills East Side trail system. - [Fox Creek Trail Report - February 18, 2024](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2024/02/18/fox-creek-trail-report-february-18-2024/) - We do not recommend riding due to lack of snow. The Rally is postponed until March 9th, 2024. Please check back for more details or visit our Facebook Page - Fox Creek Northland Sno-Goers - [Swan Hills Trail Report - February 18th](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2024/02/18/swan-hills-trail-report-february-18th/) - We do not recommend riding at this time. Sorry Rally next weekend is cancelled. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - February 18th](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2024/02/18/whitecourt-trail-report-february-18th/) - We do not recommend riding. There is 1-2" if any on the trails. 2024 Rally was cancelled. - [Swan Hills Trail Report January 30th](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2024/01/31/swan-hills-trail-report-january-30th/) - Low snow. No grooming. Warm Temperatures. Do not recommend riding. - [Fox Creek Trail Report-January 24, 2024](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2024/01/26/fox-creek-trail-report-january-24-2024/) - Water Crossings are not filled in and no grooming has been done. The snow levels are low. We will update as things are being done. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - January 25, 2024](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2024/01/26/whitecourt-trail-report-january-25-2024/) - The snowcats have been out filling. Early riding conditions. For more information, please see our trail report. https://www.whitecourttrailblazers.ca/trail-report-january-25-2024/ - [Fox Creek Trail Report - March 16, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/03/16/fox-creek-trail-report-march-16-2023/) - Trails are holding up really well. Swan Hills section will be groomed tomorrow for the last time. Don't forget to enter our Raffle algorithm Avalanche Training. https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/nlsgfc. Please purchase an ASA Trail or Day Pass from Urban Ink/Salon or from www.albertasnowmobile.ca - [Whitecourt Trail Report - March 15](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/03/15/whitecourt-trail-report-march-15/) - TRAIL REPORT MARCH 14, 2023OUR MESSAGE THIS WEEK IS GET OUT AND RIDE WHITECOURT. Be sure to cast your vote for the SnoRiders Sledtown Showdown for "WHITECOURT". We held the provincial title in 2015 and 2017. We are up against the Mighty Swan Hills our Golden Triangle partner. Everyone vote for your favorite sledtown. https://snoriderswest.com/.../round_4_choose_your... - [Swan Hills Trail Report - March 15](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/03/15/swan-hills-trail-report-march-15/) - Trails in Swan Hills were all groomed last week and in great condition. Just a little fresh accumulation of snow Monday and Tuesday. Please be cautious as very high use on Fridays thru Sundays. - [Swan Hills Trail Report - March 8, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/03/08/swan-hills-trail-report-march-8-2023/) - Swan Hills - All trails re-groomed and in good shape. GT Trail to letter O groomed this week so might have some thin spots - [Fox Creek Trail Report - March 8](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/03/08/fox-creek-trail-report-march-8/) - Trails are in really good shape. No new snow and trails are going to be groomed this week for the Rally - March 11, 2023 - [Whitecourt-Trail Report - March 8, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/03/08/whitecourt-trail-report-march-8-2023/) - We received skiffs of snow this past week throughout the trails. The trails remain in super shape; enjoy them before the warmer weather comes next week. We are planning to groom the south side this week and the north side has been all groomed except the section from #9 to Carson Lake and Carson Cabin to Letter - [Fox Creek Trail Report - March 1, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/03/01/fox-creek-trail-report-march-1-2023/) - Trails are holding up really well. Grooming has been on going and Whitecourt leg of the Golden Triangle Trail will be groomed soon. Logging has still be active on both legs of the Golden Triangle. We are super excited to be hosting our Poker Rally March 11 with Supper and Dance that night. Hope to - [Swan Hills Trail Report - March 1, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/03/01/swan-hills-trail-report-march-1-2023/) - Swan Hills Trails-Plans to have everything regroomed to Harold's Hut and Goose Tower area before the weekend. Small amount of flurries coming and going. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - March 1, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/03/01/whitecourt-trail-report-march-1-2023/) - We received 2-4" the past week with small amounts of dusting. The trails are in super shape. Fresh snow varies over the trail system. The south side has been fully groomed, with some trails being groomed two times in the last week. Manweiler Trail was only groomed once, as it is in excellent shape. The airport area - [Swan Hills Snowmobile Rally - Feb 25](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/02/23/swan-hills-snowmobile-rally-feb-25/) - [Swan Hills Trail Report - February 22, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/02/23/swan-hills-trail-report-february-22-2023/) - Swan Hills - We received fresh snow. Looks like 4" south and east with a good base. West received 6-12". Snow cat will be out grooming this week. It's Rally Time in Swan Hills on Saturday, February 25th. Pickup your Trail and Day Passes at Wilderness Playground Tours or online through the www.albertasnowmobile.ca - [Fox Creek Trail Report - February 22, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/02/23/fox-creek-trail-report-february-22-2023/) - The gods have been good to us. Trails are holding up well. We received 4-12" of snow. Hoping to groom in the next week. Still have to watch out for logging between Letter F and E on the Swan Hills Leg and between letters G & H on Whitecourt Leg. Pick up your Trail and - [Whitecourt Trail Report - February 22, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/02/22/whitecourt-trail-report-february-22-2023/) - Trail Report February 22, 2023We received fresh snow on the weekend. Closer to town it is about 4", but further northwest and southwest you go, it is a decent amount 6-8". We will be grooming this week in the north and south, so beware of the snow cats working. North side Eagle Trail and Carson Loop is groomed and hoping - [Fox Creek Trail Report - February 15, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/02/16/fox-creek-trail-report-february-15-2023/) - Fox Creek - A bit of fresh snow. Rally postponed to March 11th. Online raffle for Avalanche Training for 4 giveaway - https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/nlsgfc - [Swan Hills Trail Report February 15, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/02/16/swan-hills-trail-report-february-15-2023/) - Swan Hills - Rally is still a go on February 25th. Groomed last week from town to Freeman River towards Whitecourt. A bit of fresh snow. - [Whitecourt Trail Report February 15, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/02/16/whitecourt-trail-report-february-15-2023/) - Whitecourt - REMINDER OF OUR ONLINE SLED RAFFLE, IF YOU HAVEN’T PURCHASED YOUR TICKETS PLEASE VISIT: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/whitecourttsc . An additional reminder that we have postponed our Family Day Rally with a future date to be announced, we are waiting for substantial snow. We received very little fresh snow and have not groomed for a couple of weeks. Very warm temps - [Whitecourt Trail Report - February 9, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/02/09/whitecourt-trail-report-february-9-2023/) - REMINDER OF OUR ONLINE SLED RAFFLE, IF YOU HAVEN’T PURCHASED YOUR TICKETS PLEASE VISIT: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/whitecourttsc We received no fresh snow or have not groomed since last week. Mother nature is not very kind to us with the warm temperatures and we keep missing the snowfall dumps. The trails are rideable and holding up. You will see bare - [Whitecourt Trail Report - February 2, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/02/03/whitecourt-trail-report-february-2-2023/) - REMINDER OF OUR ONLINE SLED RAFFLE, IF YOU HAVEN’T PURCHASED YOUR TICKETS YET VISIT: https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/whitecourttsc We received 3-8" in various areas the past few days. South Side: The snow cat was out today and groomed to Tom Hill Tower from Summit, Bessie and Manweiler trails. Trails are in great shape. Please be aware that the - [Fox Creek Trail Report - February 2, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/02/03/fox-creek-trail-report-february-2-2023/) - Fox Creek - Received 6-8" of new snow. No new grooming yet. Trails are holding up well. Watch for oilfield activity close to town and logging activity around Eagle Cabin area. Online Raffle Fundraiser - https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/nlsgfc... - [Swan Hills Trail Report -February 2, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/02/03/swan-hills-trail-report-february-2-2023/) - Swan Hills - 3-4" of fresh snow received. We have up to 2' of snow. Trails are clean but no new snow cat work done. - [Fox Creek - Trail Report - January 25, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/01/25/fox-creek-trail-report-january-25-2023/) - Trails are holding up really well. No new snow. Watch for low snow level hazards. - [Swan Hills-Trail Report - January 27, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/01/28/swan-hills-trail-report-january-27-2023/) - Trail has been groomed from D to B. Trails are being cleared. We have about 18-24" of snow. Fresh snow today. - [Whitecourt -Trail Report - January 25, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/01/25/trail-report-january-25-2023/) - REMINDER OF OUR ONLINE SLED RAFFLE, IF YOU HAVEN’T PURCHASED YOUR TICKET YET VISIT: http://www.rafflebox.ca/raffle/whitecourttscTrails are holding for us with folks riding in the north and south. We would love some snow mother nature – pretty please? There are some bare spots and early riding conditions. Trails have not been groomed for a few weeks, but definitely - [Whitecourt -Trail Report - January 18, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/01/18/whitecourt-trail-report-january-18-2023/) - We are sledding, despite no sizeable amounts of snow since Christmas. Trails are holding up. There are some bare spots and early riding conditions. Trails have not been groomed for a few weeks, but definitely rideable. The south side the worst section is getting to the airport, but beyond that you can get to the south - [Fox Creek - Trail Update - January 20, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/01/21/fox-creek-trail-update-january-20-2023/) - No new snow, trails to Harold's Hut and Virginia Hills were groomed a week ago, but have low snow so use caution. - [Swan Hills - Trail Report - January 18, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/01/18/swan-hills-trail-report-january-18-2023/) - We have patrolled/cleaned entire Golden Triangle with only a small portion groomed west and south of town. No new snow so be cautious. We will be starting to patrol and clear the rest of the trail system this coming weekend so beware of volunteers on the trails. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - January 11, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/01/14/whitecourt-trail-report-january-11-2023/) - We have received no new snow this past week. Trails in the south are holding up. Trails in the north have skinny snow; however, there is more snow to the north east after the Carson Cabin. We have between 6-12″ on the trails. Both of the Staging areas are open. Trail Maintenance/Filling: South Trails: All trails have - [Fox Creek Trail Report - January 13, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/01/14/fox-creek-trail-report-january-13-2022/) - Trails are groomed to Harold's Hut and Virginia Hills but low snow so use caution. - [Swan Hills Trail Report January 13, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/01/14/swan-hills-trail-report-january-13-2023/) - Trail cleaned to letter B and Letter P. Groomer was out a bit trying to smooth out trail. Thin spots. Trail cleaning this weekend. - [Whitecourt - Trail Report January 5, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/01/05/whitecourt-trail-report-january-5-2023/) - Great to see all the folks out on the trails over the holiday season. We have not received any new snow this past week, however the snow we do have is holding up well. We have between 6-12″ on the trails. The trails that are in the deep tree sections have lower levels. Both of - [Swan Hills - Trail Report - January 5, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/01/05/swan-hills-trail-report-january-5-2023/) - Snow Cat has been out a bit trying to fill in creeks. Not much material to work with. Club members will be out this weekend checking and cleaning off any debris. Please use caution as trails are rough. - [Fox Creek - Trail Report January 5, 2023](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2023/01/05/fox-creek-trail-report-january-5-2023/) - All trails are groomed. About 15" of snow. Harold's Hut Creeks were filled and will be groomed today. 20" at the Hut. Golden Triangle Section-Trail to Whitecourt Gundy Cabin will be filled and logs pushed Friday and hope to groom Monday. - [Fox Creek - Trail Report December 28, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/12/29/fox-creek-trail-report-december-28-2022/) - We have about 18" of snow. Creeks are filled in. Hoping to groom soon. Ride to snow conditions. - [Whitecourt - Trail Report December 28, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/12/29/whitecourt-trail-report-december-28-2022/) - We received about 3" of fresh snow the past couple of days. We have about 7-12" in various areas on the trails in the north and south. Both of the Staging areas are open and we are hoping to have them graded for the weekend. Trail Maintenance/Filling: South Trails: All trails have been filled except - [Merry Xmas to All - Trail Update](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/12/25/merry-xmas-to-all-trail-update/) - Merry Xmas to all!!Updated Trail Report for Whitecourt - Received about 3" of fresh snow. Groat Creek staging area is open. South side is groomed. Summit trail to Tom Hill has not been filled or groomed. Snow levels are 6-12". North side has not been filled or groomed. Staging area is closed. We are waiting - [Trail Cleaning/Maintenance](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/12/02/trail-cleaning-maintenance/) - The trails are still being cleaned by the clubs, therefore no filling or grooming has started on the system. Stay tuned for updated information. - [Congratulations to our Iron Sledder Champions](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/03/29/congratulations-to-our-iron-sledder-champions/) - Congratulations to our 2022 Iron Sledder Challenge Champions. These riders rode in 3 of the Golden Triangle Rallies - Whitecourt, Fox Creek and Swan Hills and then chose to ride in a rally of the their choice in Alberta. Congratulations to you all, it's not easy getting to 4 rallies in a season. Thank you - [Fox Creek Trail Report - March 25, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/03/25/fox-creek-trail-report-march-25-2022/) - Trails are in great shape. - [Swan Hills Trail Report - March 25, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/03/25/swan-hills-trail-report-march-25-2022/) - Swan Hills Trails are in good shape for spring riding. Please use staging area in town as back roads are going to be difficult to navigate. Goose Tower road please stay off. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - March 25, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/03/25/trail-report-march-25-2022/) - That's a wrap for the Trailblazers this season! With the warm weather and high winds, the trails will be unrideable. Both staging areas are closed and this will be the last trail report for the 2021 and 2022 winter season. HAZARDS: DO NOT CROSS ANY WATERBODIES. We are mulching from Friday to Sunday on the - [Whitecourt Trail Report - March 18, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/03/18/whitecourt-trail-report-march-18-2022/) - Trail Report March 18, 2022 Trails are in excellent shape. Please use our staging areas to trailer to avoid in town trail deterioration. We have had lots of people riding and the trails are super to ride. We have had above 0c temps in the day and below 0c at night. There are icy patches - [Swan Hills Trail Report - March 16, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/03/16/swan-hills-trail-report-march-16-2022/) - Swan Hills trails are in great shape. The warm weather is making them a little slushy and icy in the mornings. The whole area has been ridden off trail quite extensively but lots of room to go for great spring rides. - [Fox Creek Trail Report - March 16, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/03/16/fox-creek-trail-report-march-16-2022/) - Trails are still in excellent shape. Warm weather will factor In ice crossings. No grooming as it is too warm. - [Fox Creek Trail Report - March 10, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/03/10/fox-creek-trail-report-march-10-2022/) - Trails are holding up really well. Have been getting a skiff of snow nightly. No grooming lately. - [Whitecourt Trail Report March 10, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/03/10/whitecourt-trail-report-march-10-2022/) - Trails are in excellent shape. We had fresh snow this past weekend. Hope you are planning on riding this weekend, the trails are epic and unfortunately our winter season is coming to an end soon, with not many riding days left. The trails are not in spring conditions yet, but warmer temperatures are coming. Grooming: North Side Grooming - [Swan Hills Trail Report - March 10, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/03/10/swan-hills-trail-report-march-10-2022/) - Most trails were groomed after the rally. GT trail to Fox Creek going to be groomed this week. GT Trail to Whitecourt in good shape. - [Swan Hills Trail Report - March 3, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/03/04/swan-hills-trail-report-march-3-2022/) - Golden Triangle has been regroomed after the rally and is in great shape with the dusting of fresh snow. Come out and enjoy but be careful the trails are going to be very busy this weekend. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - March 3, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/03/04/whitecourt-trail-report-march-3-2022/) - We have had fresh snow 3-5" this week. Trails have all been groomed since the Rally and the cooler temps have been great for the trails. The Silver Triangle Route (excluding the section closed due to the pipeline construction) is open to ride and has been groomed. Grooming this week: South Side-The Summit to Tom - [Swan Hills Trail Report - February 24, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/02/24/swan-hills-trail-report-february-24-2022/) - ASA Jamboree this coming weekend! Get your tickets. Trails are groomed and are in awesome shape. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - February 24, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/02/24/whitecourt-trail-report-february-24-2022/) - TRAIL REPORT - FEBRUARY 24, 2022 Trails are in excellent shape. We had 5-8" late last week and into the weekend and we have had a few inches of fresh snow this past week. Rally routes are great. This colder weather certainly has helped our trails. Staging Areas: Eagle River Staging Area and Groat Creek - [Swan Hills Trail Report - Feb 18, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/02/19/swan-hills-trail-report-feb-18-2022/) - Golden Triangle sections are all groomed thank you to Bruce and Harold. We have fresh snow. - [Whitecourt - Trail Report Feb 18/22](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/02/19/whitecourt-trail-report-feb-18-22/) - RALLY UPDATE - TRAIL REPORT - FEBRUARY 17, 2022We are excited for the snow! It will enhance our trails for this upcoming weekend's rally. The trails "are immaculate" is what one of our operators boasted. The trails are packed with fresh snow (approx 5-6"), which by the way is suppose to fall into the weekend. - [Fox Creek Trail Report - February 10, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/02/10/fox-creek-trail-report-february-10-2022/) - Groomed to Harold's Hut and could be some flood water and with this wind could be some trees down. Still good snow out there. - [Swan Hills Trail Report - February 10, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/02/10/swan-hills-trail-report-february-10-2022/) - Letter O groomed on Saturday - trail to letter D is not done yet. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - February 10, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/02/10/whitecourt-trail-report-february-10-2022/) - Our trails are holding up very well despite the warm weather, winds and rain. We have a very good base and they are definitely rideable. We have had numerous reports of great riding on the Golden Triangle connectors both North and North East sections. In addition, snow to the south is plentiful. Hazards: Please do - [Whitecourt Trail Report -Feb 4, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/02/04/whitecourt-trail-report-feb-4-2022/) - We are getting fresh snow today and we have had a couple of inches the past few days. We need more snow, as we lost over 18" the past couple of weeks with the warm temps, wind and rain.Grooming: North side grooming - Staging area to 6,7,9, 89,29 and to the Casino. South was groomed - [Swan Hills - February 4, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/02/04/swan-hills-february-4-2022/) - Unfortunately none of the trails have been groomed in Swan Hills yet. The Snow Cat is busy working everyday in its day job. - [Fox Creek Trail Report - February 4, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/02/04/fox-creek-trail-report-february-4-2022/) - IT'S RALLY TIME - Fox Creek Northlands Sno-Goers Rally is this Saturday - February 4, 2022. All the trails have been groomed. They are in great shape, be sure to register and get out and ride. This rally is the first of our Iron Sledder Challenge. You could win $1000 if you are the 2022 - [Fox Creek Trail Report - January 27, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/01/28/fox-creek-trail-report-january-27-2022/) - All trails are groomed. Golden Triangle sections also groomed. - [Swan Hills Trail Report - January 27, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/01/28/swan-hills-trail-report-january-27-2022/) - Grooming has not commenced. Unfortunately, the snow cat is busy and not able to groom. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - January 27](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/01/28/whitecourt-trail-report-january-27/) - The trails are holding up through the winds and warm temperatures. We are looking forward to seeing some snow and cooler temperatures come our way!! If you come across trees on the trail, please attempt to clean or remove debris as it helps when the snow cats go out. If you come across a tree - [Whitecourt Trail Report - January 20, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/01/21/whitecourt-trail-report-january-20-2022-2/) - We received fresh snow and rain this past week. With the storm, came big winds. Please be cautious for hanging trees on the trails. If you are able to help us out, please cut what you can. If there are big trees across the trails, let us know and we will get to them. In - [Swan Hills Trail Report - January 20, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/01/21/swan-hills-trail-report-january-20-2022/) - Swan Hills - No grooming as of yet as contract groomer is busy with regular job. One portion of the Triangle between P & Q has not been patrolled yet, but plans to go Saturday to complete. . - [Fox Creek Trail Report - January 20, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/01/21/fox-creek-trail-report-january-20-2022/) - Fox Creek - All trails groomed. Golden Triangle sections groomed. - [Swan Hills Trail Report - January 20, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/01/21/whitecourt-trail-report-january-20-2022/) - Swan Hills - No grooming as of yet as contract groomer is busy with regular job. One portion of the Triangle between P & Q has not been patrolled yet, but plans to go Saturday to complete. - [Fox Creek Trail Report - January 15, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/01/16/fox-creek-trail-report-january-15-2022-2/) - Fox Creek: Raspberry Loop was groomed today (January 15)! Hope everyone is enjoying all the snow.Grooming Update January 14Harold Bellwood groomed out to Harolds Hut today and yesterday he groomed West Heavysound. A big thank you to Nick Carmichael and Mike Davidson for cutting down the big tree on East Heavysound. There are lots of - [Whitecourt Trailblazers Trail Report - January 13, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/01/16/whitecourt-trailblazers-trail-report-january-13-2022/) - It’s a beautiful wonderland out there and the trees are full of snow. We received fresh snow this past week. We have well over 2′ with lots of powder and untouched trails in the north. The south has seen more sleds due to accessibility. The warm weather has brought a bit of rain, but it - [Swan Hills Trail Report - January 13, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/01/16/fox-creek-trail-report-january-15-2022/) - Snow cat was out east up to big power line and west around Marigold loop. Just a few inches of new snow. Trails are getting busy to pay attention on corners. - [Fox Creek Trail Report - January 6, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/01/07/fox-creek-trail-report-january-6-2022/) - Fox Creek has about 2.5' of snow. All water crossings are filled. We have been out the Harold's Hut this last weekend to fill creeks and make sure it was cleared. Plan is to groom this week. - [Swan Hills Trail Report - January 7, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/01/07/swan-hills-trail-report-january-7-2022/) - Snow cat not out as of yet, therefore creeks not filled. Use caution. Not very much new snow over the holidays 3-4". Too cold. Where Whitecourt and Swan Hills Meet - Letter O only 6-8". - [Whitecourt Trail Report - January 6, 2022](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/01/07/whitecourt-trail-report-january-6-2022/) - We are still in a deep freeze, but the future is bright! It looks to be quite a bit warmer the second week in January. The trails that are groomed are holding up well, due to the fresh snow and cold temps. SNOW: 18″-24″ on the trails. GROOMING: South Side needs to be filled from - [Iron Sledder Challenge](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2022/01/04/iron-sledder-challenge/) - [Swan Hills Trail Report - December 26, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/12/26/swan-hills-trail-report-december-26-2021/) - Trails are open. There is one creek on the Golden Triangle between the steel power line and the big wooden powerline in the Virginia Hills area that is not passable yet. 6" snow on the Whitecourt side and about 16" on the Fox Creek Side. Alberta Snowmobile Association Passport Stamp at Wilderness Playground Tours Sled - [Whitecourt Trail Report - December 26, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/12/26/whitecourt-trail-report-december-26-2021/) - Trail Report December 23, 2021We received a few more inches this past week and have approximately 14-18″ of snow on the trails, just in time for Christmas. It is a beautiful wonderland out there. The Snow Cats are out filling and will start grooming. Remember we have 485kms of trails, so it will take some - [Swan Hills Trail Report - December 17, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/12/17/swan-hills-trail-report-december-17-2021/) - Plan on having GT to Harold's Hut Saturday trail cleaned. Sunday will clean the Freeman River on Sunday. Approximately 12" of snow around Swan Hills and a 1.5' of snow on the west trails. They are pretty rough. No filling or grooming completed. - [Fox Creek Trail Report - December 17, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/12/17/fox-creek-trail-report-december-17-2021/) - Trails to Eagle Cabin, Trappers Cabin and Legion Lodge have been groomed. Creeks have been filled. Please use caution at all water crossings. Active logging on the eagle run and Whitecourt leg of the Golden Triangle. More grooming will be done when more snow falls. Don’t forget to get trail passes - [Whitecourt Trail Report - December 17, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/12/17/whitecourt-trail-report-december-17-2021/) - Trail Report December 16, 2021 We have approximately 12” of snow on the system and are advising of early sledding conditions. Grooming: We will start filling and moving snow next week. No grooming yet. Please beware of snow cats as they can be out at any time of the day or night. Hazards: Beware of large waterways. Trails are rough from - [GT Trail Report - November 23, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/11/23/gt-trail-report-november-23-2021/) - We are very excited for this coming season. All of the Clubs are working to trail clean their trail sections and we are waiting on snow to start filling and grooming. As things change on the trails and we get closer to accessing the trails on sleds we will post updates. - [Trail Report March 18, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/03/18/trail-report-march-18-2021/) - Spring is here. Riding is not recommended on our trails and region. Access to the trails has deteriorated. See you next year! - [Trail Report March 10, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/03/10/trail-report-march-10-2021/) - Swan Hills - Trails are in great shape with a few bumps, we've had lots of traffic out there. Couple of inches of fresh snow this past week. Great to see all the sleds. Fox Creek -Low Snow levels to get out of town, but good after that. Bare spots in open areas but still - [Trail Report -March 4, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/03/04/trail-report-march-4-2021/) - GOLDEN TRIANGLE: Spring Riding on trail system Whitecourt: Trail from Carson Cabin to Letter O has been cleaned but not groomed. |Warm temps and low snow. What snow we did have is disappearing fast. People are still riding, but please ride with caution and slow down. We received 3-4" on the weekend, but have experienced above - [Golden Triangle Trail Report February 24, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/02/24/golden-triangle-trail-report-february-24-2021/) - Swan Hills - Great riding. Groomed last week. Trail & snow to Harold's Hut is good. Snow is a bit skinnier on the East end trails toward Kidney Lake and Boy Scout area. Approx 18" of snow. The Goose Tower area is fairly packed down by sleds. We have had above 0c temps for about - [Trail Report February 18, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/02/18/trail-report-february-18-2021/) - Beware Snow Cat works 24/7 on the trails. Swan Hills - Trails are in great shape, come and ride. Snow cat is out so beware.Fox Creek: Trails are in great shape. Whitecourt:We are expecting a beautiful weekend and looking forward to seeing our friends on the trails. We have not received any fresh snow; however, - [Golden Triangle Trail Report February 12, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/02/12/golden-triangle-trail-report-february-12-2021/) - Swan Hills - No new snow. Blowing winds during the week so be cautious as the drifts are hard. Stay warm.Fox Creek - 2 foot base and the trails are in great condition!Whitecourt - Trail Report February 11, 2021We have not received a lot of fresh snow and VERY COLD THIS PAST WEEK!!! We have - [Golden Triangle Trail Report - February 4, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/02/04/golden-triangle-trail-report-february-4-2021/) - Don't forget to pick up an ASA Trail Pass to ride our trails. It helps support us for trail maintenance and grooming.Swan Hills - The Snow Cat has filled the creeks. Received fresh snow this past week. Trail Cleaning a portion of the Golden Triangle close to Whitecourt due to strong winds and trees down. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - January 28, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/01/29/whitecourt-trail-report-january-28-2021/) - TREE BLOWDOWN - High winds a week ago have set us back on filling creeks and potential grooming. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS to help us out. Over the next week, we are looking for volunteers to help with trail cleaning on the north side trails. Thanks to Don Price, who was able to clean the south - [Fox Creek Trail Report - January 29, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/01/29/whitecourt-trail-report-january-29-2021/) - West Heavysound was groomed 2 days ago. Trails all groomed. Fresh snow this past week. Please use caution going to the lake, Atco is doing some work in the area and there are rig mats crossing the trail. There is no Rally this weekend due to COVID Restrictions. - [Swan Hills Trail Report - January 29, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/01/29/swan-hills-trail-report-january-29-2021/) - Fresh snow this past week. Many trees down due to the wind. - [Fox Creek Trail Report - January 21, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/01/22/fox-creek-trail-report-january-21-2021/) - No new snow. Fox Creek trails have all been groomed. - [Swan Hills Trail Report - January 21, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/01/22/swan-hills-trail-report-january-21-2021/) - No new snow. Snow Cat has been on the entire Swan Hills Golden Triangle section. Beware of trees down on the trails, due to high winds. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - January 21, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/01/22/whitecourt-trail-report-january-21-2021/) - Trailblazers Season Update & Trail Report-January 20, 2021We are awaiting snow for our Annual Family Rally on Family Day Weekend. As you maybe aware, we have low snow levels, but are hopeful for a couple of dumps of snow within the next couple of weeks. In addition, we are under strict COVID Regulations. As of - [Swan Hills Trail Report - January 14, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/01/14/swan-hills-trail-report-january-14-2021/) - 3-4" of fresh snow. Trail cleaning is still in progress and the snow cat has been out to the Branch Road on the Tamarack Loop and back. Some spots of snow was just barely enough to fill creeks, so be careful.Don't forget to purchase an ASA Trail/Day Pass - [Fox Creek Trail Report - January 14, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/01/14/whitecourt-trail-report-january-14-2021/) - All trails are groomed. 4" of new snow. Logging is happening on the Whitecourt connector of Golden Triangle. Don't forget to purchase an ASA Trail/Day Pass - [Whitecourt Trail Report - January 6, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/01/06/whitecourt-trail-report-january-6-2021/) - No new snow to report. Looks bleak for a couple of weeks. Have faith it will come..... Grooming: Creek and low areas are not filled and no grooming completed. Staging areas: closed Snow Levels: 2" - 8" - [Fox Creek Trail Report - January 6, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/01/07/fox-creek-trail-report-january-6-2021/) - Trails are open and most have been filled and groomed. Not alot of snow but people are riding. The Triangle section will be groomed by February 1. We need snow!! - [Swan Hills Trail Report -January 6, 2021](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/01/06/swan-hills-trail-report-january-6-2021/) - No new snow. Trail cleared to west up to Harold's Hut, some big trees the snow cat has to move. Also trail cleared from Kidney Lake Road to Highway #33 and again snow cat has to move the trees off. Our area has been seeing a lot of traffic up in the Goose Tower area. - [Warm Up Shelters & Outhouses as per ASA & AB Health Recommendations](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2021/01/06/warm-up-shelters-outhouses-as-per-asa-ab-health-recommendations/) - [Whitecourt Trail Report - December 31, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/12/31/whitecourt-trail-report-december-31-2020/) - Unfortunately, mother nature is not our friend these days. We have had very little new snow in the past month. Riding is not recommended.Snow levels: variable on the trails 2″ to 8″Trail Cleaning: complete Grooming: noneHazards: many natural hazards present – ruts, small waterways- likely frozen, but take caution, Large waterways-not frozen. Staging Areas: not - [Fox Creek Trail Report - December 31, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/12/31/fox-creek-trail-report-december-31-2020/) - All creek crossings have been put in except for the Iosegun trail. Snow cat has been over most of the trails even to Harolds hut. Not enough snow to groom so trails are rough so use caution. Someone please do the snow dance - [Swan Hills Trail Report - December 31, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/12/31/swan-hills-trail-report-december-31-2020/) - Snow below the knees but you can feel everything underneath so be very cautious. Some creeks are very tough to navigate and impassable. Please help us trail clean. Trail was cleared from Goose Main to Harold's Cabin back Est just into the Virginia Hills. More trail cleaning happening. Around Swan Hills about 8" - [Fox Creek Trail Report - Dec 10, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/12/11/fox-creek-trail-report-dec-10-2020/) - Heads up there is active logging on the Eagle Trail Closer to Eagle Cabin. Looks like they are going to be around all winter. Use caution on that part of the trail. All creeks and water crossing are not frozen and need to be filled. - [Swan Hills Trail Report - Dec 10/2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/12/11/swan-hills-trail-report-dec-10-2020/) - Snow Levels low. No trail cleaning completed. Some bridge repairs. Waiting for snow to complete trail cleaning and grooming. All waterways are not frozen. - [Whitecourt Trail Report -December 10, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/12/11/whitecourt-trail-report-december-10-2020/) - TRAIL CLEANING/MAINTENANCE: Ongoing, we are almost finished trail cleaning. We have finished trail cleaning our section of the trail including both connectors to Fox Creek and Swan Hills. SNOW: We have received no new snow in 2 weeks. South side is seeing approximately 4-8" in various spots. Snow on the north side is variable as well. HAZARDS: - [Swan Hills Trail Report - April 2, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/04/02/swan-hills-trail-report-april-2-2020/) - Spring Riding Conditions. We have had some fresh snow on the Triangle system the past few weeks TRAILS: Trails are in great shape. Some bare patches with dirt spots, exposed rocks and debris are now emerging in open areas. Beware on south exposed hills. Also beware of drifting across the trails. The section that was - [Fox Creek Trail Report - April 2, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/04/02/fox-creek-trail-report-april-2-2020/) - Spring Riding Conditions. We have had some fresh snow on the Triangle system the past few weeks TRAILS: Trails are in great shape. Some bare patches with dirt spots, exposed rocks and debris are now emerging in open areas. Beware on south exposed hills. Also beware of drifting across the trails. The section that was - [Whitecourt Trail Report - April 2, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/04/02/whitecourt-trail-report-april-2-2020/) - Spring Riding Conditions. We have had some fresh snow. TRAILS: REMINDER THAT THE GOODWIN TRAIL AND GROAT CREEK CONNECTOR TRAILS ARE CLOSED FROM THURSDAY APRIL 2 TO FRIDAY APRIL 3-6:00PM DUE TO TIMBER HARVESTING IN THE AREA. Please obey all signs to ensure everyone's safety. Trails are still in great riding condition. Some bare patches - [Swan Hills Trail Report - March 19, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/03/19/swan-hills-trail-report-march-19-2020/) - Trail freshly groomed to letter B. Fresh snow. Trails are in great shape. Let's ride. - [Fox Creek Trail Report - March 19, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/03/19/fox-creek-trail-report-march-19-2020/) - Trails are in excellent shape. Still Lots of Snow out there Terry says! - [Whitecourt - Trail Report March 19, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/03/19/whitecourt-trail-report-march-19-2020/) - Late Spring Conditions appearing on the system. There is still lots of snow and amazing riding out there. Trails have not been groomed. Please consider hanging outside in the wide open spaces and stay out of the warm up shelters. Trails are still in very good shape, some rough spots, creek fills are starting to - [Swan Hills Trail Report - February 27, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/02/28/swan-hills-trail-report-february-27-2020/) - Trail Report February 27, 2020 Swan Hills complete up to letter B and letter D to be finished first part of the next week. - [Fox Creek Trail Report - February 27, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/02/28/fox-creek-trail-report-february-27-2020/) - Fox Creek Golden Triangle complete. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - February 27, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/02/28/whitecourt-trail-report-february-27-2020/) - Trail Report February 27, 2020 Whitecourt: Trails are holding up, weather has been warm during the day and cool at night. We groomed the north trails last week and again this week, with a focus on the Golden Triangle system. We have the Gundy leg to finish. Snow is deep in many areas. South side - [Whitecourt Trail Report - January 24, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/01/26/whitecourt-trail-report-january-24-2020/) - Whitecourt Trail Report - JANUARY 24, 2020 RECOMMENDATION: Groomed Trails are super on the south side and fully groomed. Some fresh snow out on the trails towards Tom Hill Tower. We are still working on the north side filling and grooming. TRAIL CLEANING: Trails are all cleaned, if you come across leaners, it's great when - [Fox Creek Trail Report - January 24, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/01/26/fox-creek-trail-report-january-24-2020/) - Fox Creek: Trails are in good shape. They have been cleaned and groomed with the exception of the Golden Triangle Connectors past the Trapper cabin will be cleaned when the Pipeline that is crossing work is completed. Beware of Cougar in area by the Legion Lodge. - [Swan Hills Trail Report - January 24, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/01/26/swan-hills-trail-report-january-24-2020/) - Swan Hills: Golden Triangle Trail West to Fox Creek still has logging on trail at Letter A and just before Letter B. Trail is open, not groomed - please be cautious. GT trail south has logging as well just north of letter P. Trail Maintenance happening this weekend to Letter O. Trails are cleaned and - [Swan Hills Trail Report - January 17, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/01/17/swan-hills-trail-report-january-17-2020/) - Trails are cleaned and rideable but not groomed yet. Golden Triangle Connector to Letter O will be checked next week. - [Fox Creek Trail Report - January 17, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/01/17/fox-creek-trail-report-january-17-2020/) - Trails are in good shape. They have been cleaned and groomed with the exception of the Golden Triangle Connectors that will be groomed next week. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - January 17, 2020](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2020/01/17/whitecourt-trail-report-january-17-2020/) - RECOMMENDATION: Groomed Trails are super on the south side. The north side/Golden Triangle section and connectors, we will be getting out to finish packing and filling and grooming will start on the January 25th weekend. TRAIL CLEANING: Trails are cleaned. CONDITION OF TRAILS: Trails are in good condition. HAZARDS: Large waterways are still a hazard. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - March 25/19](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/03/25/whitecourt-trail-report-march-25-19/) - Our season has come to an end. We have closed the gates at Eagle River and Groat Creek Staging area. It's always a sad day when that happens. See you next year! - [Fox Creek Trail Report - March 20, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/03/20/fox-creek-trail-report-march-20-2019-2/) - Fox Creek is starting to do trail maintenance on the Trapper's trail and Eagle Trail from the beaver dam. There will be a tractor with a saw and a small cat. Watch for Hazards. Groomed WHS and Iosegun Lane - March 12. Snow is going fast get out and ride! - [Swan Hills Trail Report - March 20, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/03/20/fox-creek-trail-report-march-20-2019/) - Riding from Swan to Harold's Hut was great on Sunday; however, rivers and creeks are sketchy - not safe now. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - March 20, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/03/20/whitecourt-trail-report-march-20-2019/) - With the very warm temps, people need to be very careful if sledding. We are expecting mid teens temperatures over the next week. Sudden overflow on waterways and bare sections on the trail are very likely. Grooming is unfortunately done for the winter, unless we get a big snow fall as we often do in - [Whitecourt Trail Report March 14, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/03/14/trail-report-march-14-2019/) - Spring Conditions are here. We have had above 0c temperatures this past week and expecting above 10c this upcoming weekend. TRAILS: Trails are still in great riding condition. Some bare patches with dirt spots, exposed rocks and debris are now emerging in open areas. GROOMING: Trails have not been groomed since last week. HAZARDS: If - [Fox Creek Trail Report - March 9, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/03/09/fox-creek-trail-report-march-9-2019/) - Trails are in great shape! - [Swan Hills Trail Report - March 9, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/03/09/swan-hills-trail-report-march-9-2019/) - We received fresh snow on the trails, just enough to keep sliders lubed and engines cool. Trails are in excellent shape. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - March 9, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/03/09/whitecourt-trail-report-march-9-2019/) - Trail Report - March 9/19 Grooming - The snow cats are grooming this week on the north and south sides. Beware as they groom in the day and/or at night times. Carson Cabin to Letter O has not been groomed for a month. Fresh Snow - We received 2-3" of fresh snow on Friday General - [FOX CREEK TRAIL REPORT - February 21, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/02/21/whitecourt-trail-report-february-21-2019/) - Most trails have been groomed after the rally. Harold's Hut groomed this weeK. Iosegun lake and Raspberry Loop over the past weekend. We are gearing up for the Golden Triangle Ride - March 2 & 3. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - February 21, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/02/21/whitecourt-trail-report-february-21-2019-2/) - Most trails have been groomed after the rally. We are gearing up for the Golden Triangle Ride – March 2 & 3. - [SWAN HILLS TRAIL REPORT - FEBRUARY 21, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/02/21/swan-hills-trail-report-february-21-2019/) - Swan Hills ASA Jamboree this weekend. Trails are in great shape and ready for some riders. All trails groomed. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - February 3/19](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/02/03/whitecourt-trail-report-february-3-19/) - TRAIL REPORT - February 3/19 A crazy last couple of days with all the snow, we received over 12″ on our trail system. We have a great base; with all the warm weather we had last week. All trails have been groomed at least 1-2 times. The trails are in great shape for our upcoming rally - [Fox Creek Trail Report - January 24, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/01/24/fox-creek-trail-report-january-24-2019/) - All trails are groomed on the Fox Creek trail system. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - January 24, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/01/24/whitecourt-trail-report-january-24-2019/) - All trails have been groomed and are in superb shape. Carson Cabin to Letter O will be cleaned and Groomed next week. Please beware of equipment on those trails. We have had a few inches of fresh snow this past week. Hope you are able to get out riding this weekend. - [Fox Creek Trail Report - January 19, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/01/19/fox-creek-trail-report-january-19-2019/) - Trails are groomed from Eagle to Harold's Hut. We have been grooming all week. - [Swan Hills Trail Report - January 19, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/01/19/swan-hills-trail-report-january-19-2019/) - Trails Cleaned - Letter O on Kidney Lake Road and to Letter D on Goose Main Road. Trails between Letter B and E are also cleaned. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - January 17, 2019](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2019/01/17/whitecourt-trailblazers-trail-report-january-17-2019/) - Grooming - South Side - Groomed (except Summit Trail to Tom Hill). North Side - Groomed - #6 to Carson Cabin, Chickadee burner to Athabasca River, 2 -18, 18 to Athabasca Lookout, 19-18. Eagle Staging bypass has not been groomed. Please note Carson Cabin to Letter O has not been cleaned or groomed. Waterways - Caution - [Whitecourt Trail Report - December 31, 2018](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2018/12/31/whitecourt-trailblazers-trail-report-december-31-2018/) - Eagle River Staging Area is OPEN. We received 4-6” of fresh snow on the trails! Beware of water hazards as well trails are not groomed, therefore rough spots and other natural hazards are present. Be cautious. About 8-12” on the trails. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - December 28, 2018](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2018/12/28/whitecourt-trail-report-december-28-2018/) - RIDING RECOMMENDATION: Riding is not recommended. If you are riding, please use the WHOLE trail, not just the center area. TRAIL CLEANING: Many of the trails are cleaned (most of the south side and parts of the north); however, we are still working to remove cut trees by dozer. If you are out, please use - [Swan Hills Trail Report - December 19, 2018](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2018/12/19/swan-hills-trail-report-december-19-2018/) - Trail Cleaning - Trails between Letter B and Letter E are cleaned. - [Fox Creek Trail Report - December 17, 2018](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2018/12/17/fox-creek-trail-report-december-17-2018/) - Trail Cleaning: Currently trail clearing. Snow Levels: Trails have low snow level. - [Whitecourt Trail Report - December 17/18](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2018/12/17/whitecourt-trail-updates-december-17-18/) - RIDING RECOMMENDATION: Riding is not recommended. If you are riding, please use the WHOLE trail, not just the center area TRAIL CLEANING: Many of the trails are cleaned (most of the south side and parts of the north); however, we are still working to remove cut trees by dozer. If you are out, please use - [Whitecourt Trail Report - December 1, 2018](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2018/12/05/whitecourt-trailblazers-trail-report-december-1-2018/) - Snow Levels: We currently have about 3-6" on the trails Trail Cleaning: We are diligently working on cleaning many trees down, in addition to the overwhelming amount of debris that remains on the trails. This past summer, we have an excessive amount of trees and debris down due to all the blowdown from the summer - [Whitecourt Trail Report - October 19th, 2018](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2018/10/19/whitecourt-trail-report-october-19th-2018/) - Lots of trees down in our area. Beware of industry as well on the South and North ends. We have started cleaning trails, but lots of work is needed. If you are looking to help us out trail cleaning, please leave a message on the Whitecourt Trailblazers website - www.info@whitecourttrailblazers.ca. - [Trees down](https://thegoldentriangle.ca/2018/10/10/trees-down/) - We have lots of trees down on the trails and will be making plans to remove them when it freezes up. 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