Had a lovely ski Tuesday night on the man-made loop. The new snow of about 1" covered the icy base and made for some good skating. I didn't try the classic track but there were quite a few people doing classic. The track looked pretty decent.

(Cathy Tighe)

The manmade snow loops are in their best condition of the season, with a deep, rock-hard base covered with a loose mix of new and manmade snow. Trails have been smoothed and leveled since last weeks warm weather (except for the "dip' near the timing hut), and provide great conditions for skating. There is also a classic track, but it looks like it could use some work.

(John McCarthy)

Lapham Peak received about an inch of new snow Wednesday night. Not enough to make the regular trails skiable, but enough to freshen up the 1.5 K man-made loop. Skate lanes were groomed early this morning and a new track was set. Conditions are good for both with a hard/icy base. Lights will be on the man-made until 9pm Monday through Saturday, no trail lights Sunday evenings. Saturday, January 28th the Friends of Lapham Peak will be hosting the annual Candlelight "Hike" from 6pm until 8:45pm. There may be heavy vehicle traffic at the entrance tomorrow evening just so you are aware ahead of time, the man-made loop will be open and available to anyone who wishes to ski, just be mindful of the event.

(Brett Johanen)

Skating very difficult. Could not get edging on the icy hard surface. Groomed could only make marks as there was no loose snow. The 1" fresh snow was not enough after the rain yesterday that made the surface hard. Not enjoyable.

(Donald Howell)

Enjoyable skiing at 35 degrees on 1.1k man-made loop. Mushy on a hard base with OK glide. Compares to average Birkie conditions from 5th wave. Good skis but need cleaning afterward as the NE section has dirty snow. Groomed earlier and skiers reported better conditions earlier.

(Donald Howell)

Did Lapham Looper race. The 1.1 man-made loop was surprisingly good considering the 40 degree temperatures. The base is 2.5 feet so it should hold up for a while.

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(Donald Howell)

Snowmaking loop was good, but quite soft from the rain and warmth. Felt like skiing in sugar, but had a good ski. The race on Saturday will be tough with warmer temps coming in but coverage is good.

(Ed Edinger)

Hotline reported good ski conditions on the man-made 1.1 k loop. At 11am did 16 loops and it was good. By noon it started to get mushy midway on the south climb and slower but still enjoyable.

(Donald Howell)

The entire man-made loop is skiable... there is only one area of concern on the east side but you can ski out onto the Nordic Playground area to get around it... skate skiers just follow along side the classic track as it meanders through it. The skate lane is in great condition considering the warm temps and rain but expect soft/slow snow. Classic tracks were set and are at full depth but soft sides with icy bases so only in good condition all things considered. Trail lights are on until 9pm every night expect Sundays. The Wednesday night ski series will be held tonight and things are looking good for the annual Lapham Loppet on Saturday, an annual fundraiser for the Friends of Lapham Peak.

(Brett Johanen)

Skiing on the man made snow loop was great. Snowmaking in progress to reinforce some areas, which impacts those trail segments, but otherwise, very good for skate and classic. Don't miss out on this weekend's fantastic conditions.

(John McCarthy)