Maine Snowmobile Trail Reports Winter 2022/2023
Welcome to the JMRRCOC trail page. Get your snowmobile trail report updates here all winter long for select trails in the Jackman and Moose River Regions. We update our report as we learn more about the trail conditions from the club, riders, and sometimes, when we can, from surrounding clubs.
The Jackman area offers an extensive, well-groomed and maintained trail system that you can access from most local businesses in the area. For general information about snowmobiling in the Jackman Moose River Region, including who to contact to register, crossing the border, or general safety facts, please visit our Maine snowmobiling page. If you cannot find the trail information you are looking for, please contact the Border Riders Sportsman's Club.
For Snowmobile Trail Descriptions, see below. We offer general trail descriptions. We would love to hear what you think of each trail after you ride. Leave us a comment or upload specific GPS coordinates to points of interest. Did you find an incredible Geocache while out on the trail?Or see any wildlife? Or maybe a great sunset.
If you are looking for a shorter day run, there are many loops and club trails off of the ITS trails that you can venture on. You can pack a lunch before you take off for the day, take a break at a great scenic spot to enjoy the scenery, then head on back to town. Don't forget a camera as you are sure to see some incredible sites along the way.
Please Note: Some trails may vary from year to year due to timber harvesting so please follow the signs on the trails and show respect to the landowners who have been generous with us. Use your map and follow signage. Know where the emergency zones are and be sure to have enough gas to get to the next station! Having a compass with you is also not a bad idea.
Trails are hard and in good shape. Please follow all signs that have been posted and respect our landowners!
Club Trail is closed for the season due to logging! Please respect our land owners!
The trails are open and the groomers are doing a great job keeping the trails hard and flat. Please follow all signs and respect our landowners! Happy Riding!
the club trail north of the clubhouse is closed for the season.
Trail from clubhouse to Big Wood Lake - low snow conditions.
USE EXTREME CAUTION ON ALL TRAILS.
https://www.borderridersclub.com/Trail-Status/
Long Pond Groomers reported trails were in good shape!
Pittston Farm Resport: Guy groomed towards Jackman and Rockwood last night and Shawn left at 1am to groom towards Kokadjo. So needless to say our trails are in great shape.
Approximate mileage from Jackman
Rockwood - 42 miles
Greenville - 62 miles
Kokadjo - 75 miles - Route 66
Kokadjo -111 miles - ITS Route
Going into the end of Maine vacation week, we are getting some much needed snow to freshen up our trails. We had our groomers out last night and we’re able to get the whole system done. Most of the trails are in very good condition but there are icy corners and some water holes still showing. The worst water hole is on ITS 86 about 3-4 miles north of the West Forks. We fixed it and made it passable but hopefully the cold and snow will make it better for the weekend. Riley took the groomer to the summit last night so the mountain will be a great ride for the weekend again. We plan to be out grooming the next 3 nights so get out and enjoy it while you can. Looking ahead, next week looks favorable as well!
Joe
Approximate mileage from Jackman
Lake Parlin - 25 miles
The Forks - 45 miles
Eustis - 76 miles
Please ride with caution! There is very little snow coverage.
In order to ensure future access for snowmobile trails on these properties, the cooperation of all snowmobilers is greatly appreciated.
NOTE:When riding off trail be sure you are not in a plantation. This is where the landowner has replanted trees. Riding in that area will destroy the new trees. Thank you.
Trails are in good shape. Please follow all posted signs and respect our landowners!
Note: there is another trail that leads to the clubhouse from the North West end of Big Wood Lake. Many riders like this access when the in town trails get a little rough. At times, this trail may be closed due to harvesting or unsafe ice so please, follow the signs or ask before heading across the ice.
ITS 89 North from the town of Jackman will take you to the Quebec border. This route rides along the East side of US Rt. 201. It is a moderate ride with some hilly spots, but it is a nice winding trail with great views and incredible scenery. This trail follows along Heald Stream.
From the border, you can return to town via the Border Riders Club Trail, or stay on ITS 89 south to connect to ITS 88. See the trail description below for ITS 88.
Some of the trails that branch off of ITS 88 are: Route 66 which can take you over to Rockwood; the Pittston Farm Trail, which can then lead you up to Pittston Farm, Seboomook Lake area and over to the Moosehead Trail; the Moosehead Trail, which loops around Moosehead Lake and down to Kokadjo; or you can shoot off to the Ragged Lake Trail.
If you are stay on ITS 89 South, various club trails and connectors will take you over Colburn Mountain, around Enchanted Pond, by the Grand falls.and over to ITS 87 South and then on to Eustis.
The Jackman area offers an extensive, well-groomed and maintained trail system that you can access from most local businesses in the area. For general information about snowmobiling in the Jackman Moose River Region, including who to contact to register, crossing the border, or general safety facts, please visit our Maine snowmobiling page. If you cannot find the trail information you are looking for, please contact the Border Riders Sportsman's Club.
For Snowmobile Trail Descriptions, see below. We offer general trail descriptions. We would love to hear what you think of each trail after you ride. Leave us a comment or upload specific GPS coordinates to points of interest. Did you find an incredible Geocache while out on the trail?Or see any wildlife? Or maybe a great sunset.
If you are looking for a shorter day run, there are many loops and club trails off of the ITS trails that you can venture on. You can pack a lunch before you take off for the day, take a break at a great scenic spot to enjoy the scenery, then head on back to town. Don't forget a camera as you are sure to see some incredible sites along the way.
Please Note: Some trails may vary from year to year due to timber harvesting so please follow the signs on the trails and show respect to the landowners who have been generous with us. Use your map and follow signage. Know where the emergency zones are and be sure to have enough gas to get to the next station! Having a compass with you is also not a bad idea.
Jackman Moose River Snowmobile Trail Conditions
2/24/23Trails are hard and in good shape. Please follow all signs that have been posted and respect our landowners!
Club Trail is closed for the season due to logging! Please respect our land owners!
Border Riders Club 40 Mile Loop
The Club trail is closed for the 2023 season. Please respect our landowners who are logging on their property. Thank you!ITS 89 North to Border
2/24/23The trails are open and the groomers are doing a great job keeping the trails hard and flat. Please follow all signs and respect our landowners! Happy Riding!
the club trail north of the clubhouse is closed for the season.
Trail from clubhouse to Big Wood Lake - low snow conditions.
USE EXTREME CAUTION ON ALL TRAILS.
https://www.borderridersclub.com/Trail-Status/
Armstrong Canada Club Trails
Visit this site for details on Canada trails http://www.fcmq.qc.ca/english/etat_sentiers.aspITS 88 East to Rockwood & beyond
2/24/23Long Pond Groomers reported trails were in good shape!
Pittston Farm Resport: Guy groomed towards Jackman and Rockwood last night and Shawn left at 1am to groom towards Kokadjo. So needless to say our trails are in great shape.
Approximate mileage from Jackman
Rockwood - 42 miles
Greenville - 62 miles
Kokadjo - 75 miles - Route 66
Kokadjo -111 miles - ITS Route
ITS 89 South to the Forks & beyond
Coburn Summit Riders Trail Report 2/23/23Going into the end of Maine vacation week, we are getting some much needed snow to freshen up our trails. We had our groomers out last night and we’re able to get the whole system done. Most of the trails are in very good condition but there are icy corners and some water holes still showing. The worst water hole is on ITS 86 about 3-4 miles north of the West Forks. We fixed it and made it passable but hopefully the cold and snow will make it better for the weekend. Riley took the groomer to the summit last night so the mountain will be a great ride for the weekend again. We plan to be out grooming the next 3 nights so get out and enjoy it while you can. Looking ahead, next week looks favorable as well!
Joe
Approximate mileage from Jackman
Lake Parlin - 25 miles
The Forks - 45 miles
Eustis - 76 miles
Off - Trail Riding
Always an optionPlease ride with caution! There is very little snow coverage.
In order to ensure future access for snowmobile trails on these properties, the cooperation of all snowmobilers is greatly appreciated.
NOTE:When riding off trail be sure you are not in a plantation. This is where the landowner has replanted trees. Riding in that area will destroy the new trees. Thank you.
In-Town Trails
2/24/23Trails are in good shape. Please follow all posted signs and respect our landowners!
About the Snowmobile Trails
Club Trails
Border Riders North Club Trail
The Border Riders North trail, rides along the west side of US Rt. 201. You can access this trail from the clubhouse or from ITS 89 (which rides along the east side of US Rt. 201). It is a windy trail with great scenery of Burnt Jacket Mountain and the Slide Down valley area. This is a part of a nice loop, about 40 miles round trip, with some winding curves but an easy cruising ride.Note: there is another trail that leads to the clubhouse from the North West end of Big Wood Lake. Many riders like this access when the in town trails get a little rough. At times, this trail may be closed due to harvesting or unsafe ice so please, follow the signs or ask before heading across the ice.
Long Pond Trail
You can access this trail south of town off ITS 89. When Long Pond is safe, the trail across the pond will be marked and will take you up to ITS 88. From the Long Pond trail you can go south via ITS 89A to go toward Parlin. This is a wide trail offering awesome scenic views to the east.
ITS 89 North to Border
ITS 89 North from the town of Jackman will take you to the Quebec border. This route rides along the East side of US Rt. 201. It is a moderate ride with some hilly spots, but it is a nice winding trail with great views and incredible scenery. This trail follows along Heald Stream.
From the border, you can return to town via the Border Riders Club Trail, or stay on ITS 89 south to connect to ITS 88. See the trail description below for ITS 88.
ITS 88 East to Rockwood & Beyond
From the town of Jackman, go North on ITS 89 or south to the Long Pond trails to connect to ITS 88. ITS 88 will lead you over to Rockwood (about 42 miles) and beyond. There are a few club trails that branch off of it for shorter, longer, or different excursions. The choice is yours as to where you want to go. For a great day trip, you can stop for lunch in Rockwood or ride up to Pittston Farm, fill up with gas, chat with other riders, and then head back to Jackman.Some of the trails that branch off of ITS 88 are: Route 66 which can take you over to Rockwood; the Pittston Farm Trail, which can then lead you up to Pittston Farm, Seboomook Lake area and over to the Moosehead Trail; the Moosehead Trail, which loops around Moosehead Lake and down to Kokadjo; or you can shoot off to the Ragged Lake Trail.
ITS 89 South to the Forks & Beyond
Going south from town, follow ITS 89 to the Forks (about 45 miles) and beyond. If you want to go eastward, the Long Pond Trail, which is just south of town, will lead you over to ITS 88 (see directions above). Follow ITS 88 South to connect onto ITS 87. This will take you around Parlin Pond and over Cold Stream Mountain and then down to the Forks.If you are stay on ITS 89 South, various club trails and connectors will take you over Colburn Mountain, around Enchanted Pond, by the Grand falls.and over to ITS 87 South and then on to Eustis.
Off-Trail Riding
Off trail riding is not for the inexperienced, but there are some incredible opportunities out there, including riding un-plowed roads! Remember to stay off wood plantations or any areas marked as No Snowmobiles. Be sure to have a map of the region and a GPS.In-Town Trails
In town trails and access trails will get you to and from many of the accommodations and eateries in town. They are well traveled, so be prepared for a little rougher riding than you will find out on the main trails. Ride safe!Armstrong Canada Club Trails
If you are traveling north from Jackman, you can cross the border to ride the Armstrong trails in Quebec. You will need to purchase a trail pass from there; please be sure you bring the necessary papers and identification. Travelers will need to present a valid government issued ID, like a passport or US Passport card, registration, and insurance. You can visit the DHS travel website for more information on border crossing, or visit Quebec Snowmobile trails for trail information across the border.
Approximate mileage to popular destinations from Jackman
Canada 22 miles
Lake Parlin 25 miles
The Forks 45 miles
Eustis 76 miles
Rockwood 42 miles
Greenville 62 miles
Kokadjo 111 miles - ITS Route