Trail conditions varied quite a bit. I avoided the trail sections in the sun most likely to be questionable. However, there were many icy stretches, and very little cushion from the snow if you fall. Still quite skiable in the woods, but beware of ice on the downgradients.

(Bill Bleckwenn)

All segments recently double tracked, excellent skiing in woooded sections a bit icy in the sunny spots and one bare area on the upper loop. Overall very good condition.

(Bruce Lindberg)

The trails are open but you'll definitely be doing some adventure skiing as nothings has been groomed yet. Folks have done a pretty good job of laying down a track, but it's slow going which is a perfect excuse for taking in the beautiful scenery. The off shoot trail that starts with a big climb that goes along the eastern boundary has a tree down right in the middle of a downhill section, until it gets moved I suggest skipping that trail section. Hopefully if the trails get groomed and with the cold temps the next few days we can eek out a few more days on the good skis.

(Elliott Krizek)

Great conditions. Trails double tracked for classic skiing. Took the outer trail, turning right at every fork. Best skiing yet this season. Thank you groomers.

(Kathy Thomsen)

Followed the groomer around the park. Everything is double-tracked and in great condition.

(Susan Johnson)

Overall tracks were in better shape than I thought they would be given the melt we had. All trails were covered, some thinner than others, with minimal leaves and grooves are there but hidden a bit with the fresh snow. Once a few more people ski them, or they get groomed, trails should be in good shape for a while.

(Elliott Krizek)

Double tracked classic trails are in good shape and holding up well. A little debris and thin spots but with the good coverage hard to complain.

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(Scott Ford)

Everything is pretty firm with some ice underneath. Small amount of leaves and small twigs on the trail that will slow you down unexpectedly. All sections had good tracks and some bare spots in the typical open areas. Overall the trails are in much better conditions than I thought they would be.

(Elliott Krizek)

Green trail mostly in great condition. There are a couple of uphill stretches where the right hand track is packed down, but otherwise most of the track is great. Couple of chunky ice patches around the southeast corner but still some snow coverage. Light debris in various places but not a problem. Unfortunately the last stretch of trail along the western side back to the Lower Afton Road parking lot is a mess. It looks like someone drove in a ways with a truck, turned around and drove out, totally obliterating the tracks and generally tearing up the trail. You just have to pick your way through that area. Still, conditions otherwise made the outing well worth while. Great skiing!

(Helen Pohlig)

Great ski in Battle Creek. Trails were smooth, felt like silk. Had a blast! Tracks were in great shape.

(Paul Kong)