Bonner County is well known as a winter destination for snowmobilers. There are over 300 miles of snowmobile trails throughout the county that will lead you over and through picturesque mountains and valleys, linking to a statewide trail network. Snowmobile activities are primarily managed by Bonner County, the Idaho Department of Parks and Recreation, and the Forest Service.
Support your Local Grooming Programs.
Renew a Snowmobile Registration or Purchase a Non-Resident Snowmobile Certificate
Idaho State Parks and Recreation
Be avalanche aware.
Weather Forecasts and Training Information
Idaho Panhandle Avalanche Center
Groomer Report for Priest Lake Groomers
West side of the Lake Map
East side of the Lake Map
Visit https://priestlake.org/snow-update/ for current grooming information.
Groomer Report for East Bonner Groomers
Updated 1/19/2023
Visit https://idaho.evtrails.com for current grooming information.
Trail Name | Miles | Date Last Groomed |
|---|---|---|
| Copper Creek | 6.0 | |
| Ruby Loop | 14.9 | |
| Canuck Pass/Douglas Loop | 6.0 | |
| Deer Creek | 10.9 |
Trail Name | Miles | Date Last Groomed |
|---|---|---|
| Twin Creek/Ruen Road | 11.3 | |
| Johnson Creek | 6.9 | Closed for USFS Bridge Replacement |
| Dry Creek | 7.7 | |
| Johnson Saddle | ||
| Mosquito Flat | 9.7 | |
| Buckskin | 4.9 |
Trail Name | Miles | Date Last Groomed |
|---|---|---|
| Pearson Basin/Dodge Peak | 9.1 | |
| Jeru Loop | 11.8 | |
| Pack River | 4.0 | |
| McCormick Ridge | 2.9 |
Trail Name | Miles | Date Last Groomed |
|---|---|---|
| Ruby Creek | 8.0 | Logging at high elevation. Limited Parking |
| Snow Creek | 9.5 | Logging at high elevation. Limited Parking |
| Fall Creek | 7.6 | Logging in the Road. Road Closed, No Access |
| Roman Nose Lakes | 1.5 |
Trail Name | Miles | Date Last Groomed |
|---|---|---|
| Smith Creek | 10.0 | |
Trail Name | Miles | Date Last Groomed |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch Peak | 3.9 | |
| Trestle Creek | 13.2 | |
| Moose Lake Trailhead | 3.0 | |
| Lightning Creek | 18.7 | |
| Wellington Creek | 5.9 |
Bonner County is home to many trails that remain open for those that like to cross country ski and snowshoe. The local club is called the Sandpoint Nordic Club and there is also the Panhandle Nordic Club that was founded in 1988 to promote winter recreational activities with well over 12 miles to ski, snowshoe, and enjoy. Check out both their websites for more information on trails, meeting times and permits that help support their programs.
Sandpoint Nordic Club
Panhandle Nordic Club
Other Import Nordic Organizations and Links
Priest Lake Chamber of Commerce - Nordic Sports
Nordic Club Maps - Trail Maps
Idaho Forest Service - Snowmobiling
Idaho Forest Service - Skiing & Snowboarding
Idaho Forest Service - XC Skiing & Snowshoeing
Schweitzer - Snow Report