Up North Cabins

04/25/2026

New flag day at Up North Cabins

03/06/2026

From coast to coast and everywhere in between, these are the best places for a snowmobile adventure in the United States.

02/19/2026

February 27 - March 1
Spud Speedway
Don't miss it!!

Maine’s largest snowmobile event, held between venues in Caribou and Presque Isle, is a weekend-long celebration of the sport.

02/07/2026

Groomer Appreciation Day 🫶

𝐀 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞’𝐬 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐦𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐥 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐬

To the unsung heroes of the frozen north—Maine’s snowmobile trail groomers—we owe more than just smooth trails. We owe you our winter joy.

While most of us tuck into warm homes as dusk falls and temperatures plunge, you’re lacing up boots, firing up grooming machines, and heading into the silence of the snowy woods. You brave biting winds, sub-zero nights, and the relentless Maine winter not for glory or reward, but to lay down perfect corduroy for the thousands of riders who will follow in your tracks.

You are the quiet architects of our adventures. Each mile you groom opens a pathway—not just through forests and fields, but to memories. The laughter of families riding together, the solitude of a sunrise across a frozen lake, the thrill of a wide-open stretch of trail—all of it exists because of your dedication.

You navigate tight corridors, clear fallen limbs, manage complex scheduling, and often volunteer hundreds of hours each season. You coordinate with landowners, respect the terrain, and work tirelessly to uphold the integrity of Maine’s proud snowmobiling tradition. You do it with little recognition, but with boundless pride in a job well done.

Behind every smooth pass on the trail system, every safe corner, every well-marked crossing, is your handiwork. You don’t just groom snow—you groom community. You connect towns, bring tourism to small villages, and sustain a culture that defines winter in Maine.

So to every groomer—whether you’re a club volunteer, a contracted operator, or a trail boss watching the weather like a hawk—we salute you.

Thank you for the cold nights on the drag, for the early mornings after a fresh snowfall, for the long hours behind the wheel so the rest of us can ride with ease. Your footprints may be covered by fresh powder by dawn, but your impact remains deep in the heart of every rider who ever shouted with joy down a perfect stretch of groomed trail.

𝐌𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐮𝐬𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐨𝐦.

With deepest gratitude,
The Maine Snowmobile Association

02/02/2026

Sounds good to us!

It's official. Punxsutawney Phil says there will be six more weeks of winter. ❄️⛄

02/01/2026

This is a great idea!

So we usually post about our awesome trails. However this post is a little different as we are thinking about the ladies who enjoy our trails, "guys as well" who might need to use the facilities available, well here it is. This port a potty is provided by Peterson's Portable Toilets and located at Axle Siding where ITS 83 and ITS 105 meet(AK26) It will be serviced weekly.

01/31/2026

SnowBowl! February 27 - March 1st.

01/31/2026

Trails that were done over night. 83 from Sullivan road to where we meet Washburn. ITS 105 to Blackstone. Trail 88 to Northstar Variety. ITS 90W is being done now, trail 89 Connor, limestone and 90E will also be done today. Get out and enjoy. Photo credit Sam.

01/30/2026

January is winding down, but winter fun in the City of Caribou, Maine, is just getting started! Whether you’re enjoying the trails, taking part in local programs, or simply soaking in the beauty of a northern Maine winter, we’re glad you’re here. Stay tuned for upcoming events, activities, and community updates from the City of Caribou.

📸: Logan at Caribou Snowmobile Trails

01/30/2026