Snowmobiling is a fantastic winter activity for the whole family, and learning about the trails is an important part of the experience. Whether you're a seasoned rider or new to the sport, having access to up-to-date information on trail conditions, closures, and points of interest is crucial for a safe and enjoyable adventure.
Interactive Trail Maps and Mobile Apps
The New York State Snowmobile Association (NYSSA) offers several resources to help you navigate the trails:
- NYSSA Interactive Trail Map: This free webmap allows anyone to view snowmobile trails and Points of Interest (POIs) from their computer or smartphone when cell service or WiFi is available.
- NYSSA Mobile APP: The NYSSA/SLEDNY app can be used even when no cell service is available. It includes club-entered trail status, reroutes, local club trails, trail closures, alerts, services, as well as scenic vistas and business Points of Interest. The app also has the ability to target your location and follow your travel as you go.
Important notes about the NYSSA Interactive Webmap:
- Each season, the NYS Parks snowmobile unit's assigned funded snowmobile trails will not show as OPEN or CLOSED until the clubs' editors make those Trail Status selections based on their individual club trail systems.
- The Interactive Webmap allows club reps to show their own trail systems (or segments within) as OPEN or CLOSED.
- Clubs can enter closed-down sections of trail for any reason (logging, bridge out, landowner issues, etc.) and edit in the reroutes of those closed segments.
- Clubs can enter ALERTS on trails to notify riders of specific areas of potential hazards via text boxes describing the issue(s).
- Clubs can also edit in their own "Unfunded Club Trails" and label them with their assigned NYSSA Club Trail ID #s.
Points of Interest (POIs) will also be shown as the club reps enter them. POIs include Park & Ride lots; Parts/Service locations; business locations such as food, fuel, lodging, and other retail businesses that snowmobilers want/need to know all about.
Viewers can hover over or click on any trail for more detailed information about each trail, such as Maintaining Club; Trail ID #; club membership page; and club address. As mentioned, all of these POIs, reroutes, club trails, and other features will be entered by club reps…which means the NYSSA Interactive Webmap is the only webmap of NYS snowmobile trails where the trail maintenance entities enter their trails’ information and POIs into the data. It is always going to be a WORK IN PROGRESS as new edits are made daily throughout each season.
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Other important features available on the webmap are:
- Current Weather Radar Loop
- New York County borders
Feedback is appreciated.
Trail Information and Club Support
Here's some specific trail information:
- Trail C7: Enters the system South of the NYS Barge Canal to Germany Rd. (Town of Verona, where the Tri-Valley Trailriders take over to the south) mostly along the Old Erie Canal Trail. Heading North (between Fastrac gas station and The Back Nine).
- Trail C7L: From Germany Rd to the Madison County line near Kanon Valley Country Club at Swallow Bridge Rd.
- Trail C7M: From Int.
- Trail S73B: This trail ran Halpin Rd and crossed Turin Rd (route 26) using the Beeches properties to connect to Trailbusters C7 before heading North up the Black River Canal path.
Many local businesses support snowmobiling and are accessible by trail:
- Cycle Shack Polaris: Can assist in parts, maintenance items, and any gear you may have forgotten or is ready for updating.
- Dicastro's Brick Oven: Located at the end of trail S73A. Follow the Dicastro's signs to their parking lot.
- Crystal Motors Sales: Located in Taberg, NY on trail C7F. Find your next car at Crystal Motors Sales in Rome, NY.
- Nascentia Health: Providing care management, in-home clinical services, care support services, and community & wellness programs.
- On The Rocks
These businesses often provide essential services and amenities for snowmobilers, making them valuable partners in the snowmobiling community.
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Local Clubs and Organizations
Local snowmobile clubs play a vital role in maintaining trails and promoting the sport. For the Erie County area, the organization is committed to developing the area into a better place to enjoy winter recreation activities. The purpose of the Club is to promote, protect, and represent snowmobiling in a positive, safe manner. They bring people together who have common interests and enjoy snowmobiling. Their volunteer members are always looking for additional help to make their club better!
All PISC members are also members of ECSA - the Erie Crawford snowmobile Alliance. ECSA works with area snowmobile clubs to coordinate trails and activities in Pennsylvania.
Here are the board members:
- President- Daryl Busch
- Vice President- Randy Biebel
- Treasurer- Judi Roberts
- Secretary- Joy Biebel
- Financial Secretary/Membership
- Board Members
- Sid Schaefer - Trail Boss
- Jerry Nowakowski 2024-2027
- Jeff Rosthauser 2024-2027
- Coordinator- Denise Busch
Staying informed about trail conditions and supporting local clubs are essential for a safe and enjoyable snowmobiling season.
Remember to always check the latest trail conditions and alerts before heading out, and respect landowners and other trail users.
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Current Trail Conditions
Here's an overview of recent trail conditions:
- West Rome Riders Trails As Of 4/6/25: All trails are closed this season.
- 12/17: Trails closed due to warm up.
- 12/14: Trails are open. Very little base as we only rolled twice. Not groomed currently. Use caution.
Please note that trail conditions can change rapidly due to weather and other factors. Always check with local authorities and clubs for the most up-to-date information.
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