Some bare spots after the most recent grooming, but not crazy. Still a lot of leaves on the east trails, but the west loops were good. Occasional stick on the trail hence B ski recommendation. Tracks were holding despite warmer temps, but some of the downhill sections were getting icy.

(Reid Olson)

Condition remains excellent with well formed track and solid skater deck. In treed areas would downgrade to very good due to excess leaves on trail (mostly in tracks). As first time skiers here, we found signage a little hard to navigate due to lack of "you are here" dots on maps, and unclear directional markers. It is so great to have good skiing in Madison in mid December! Pavilion not open yet, but bathrooms are.

(David Henning)

Unbelievably good conditions thanks to thorough, wide grooming after the icy precip Tuesday night -- hats off to the groomers! Classic tracks were also reset throughout, at least wherever they followed the skate deck. Skier-set tracks wherever it was ungroomed. Some leaf litter in spots, but not bad. Only a couple thin spots. Skate deck is pretty firm, well-used even though clearly was groomed today. I think I skied all the loops, lighted and non-lighted. Will wear a brighter headlamp on the non-lighted trails next time to better spot trail signs and skate tracks that dug in a bit deeper. High school and middle schoolers practicing on the lighted trails were especially accommodating, kindly sharing the trail with all of us after work!

(Sarah Forzley)

Got out on the windy morning. Skate deck had been recently groomed, but definitely signs of use. Was on the slower end due to the cold, but still great skiing. Only downside is the wind has led to some fresh leaves and sticks on the ground. Hoping some new snow can add a boost.

(Josh Heurung)

I want to congratulate the groomers for an exceptional grooming job this morning. I've skied a number of places the last few days but must say the conditions at Elver were by far the best! Lots of folks out on the northwest trail which was very good but the southeast was even better since there was little "traffic". Solid base, evenly packed. Only issue was leaves littered on parts of the trail. The two big hills on the northwest side were groomed very well and even. Tracks looked good as well. Keep up the excellent work!

(Dan Dudley)

A nice first ski of the season. Tracks not set everywhere. In some areas there are volunteer tracks. Skate skiing lanes were a little choppy and need fresh grooming. Occupational grass, twig, and ice.

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(Michael Engel)

Skied the main trails (lighted) loop on Sunday afternoon and found the trails to be in great condition. The crews had been out to groom already, so track was set.

(Diane Geralyn Schwartz)