We skied Pattison today in -10F and it was the absolutely most beautiful I've ever seen it out there! Snow covered trees, multicolored diamond like virgin snow, and the four of us had it to ourselves! We were the second people on the freshly groomed perfect tracks! Full disclosure, there was some thinner snow on the River Trail - easy to get around though. Kevin, the person in charge of the park, and the "OCD groomer", officially retired today after 27 years. Even though he is retiring, he said he still plans to groom and help take care of the park as a volunteer. If you are looking for a magical place to classic ski tomorrow in the "balmy" temps, I highly recommend taking a drive out there. It will be worth every mile! WI state park sticker required, no doggies allowed.

Photos:

(Eve Graves)

We rolled and groomed the new 5" of snow that fell. Track was set on the whole trail system, and is in very good condition.

(Kevin Feind, Wisconsin DNR)