(Benson, McHenry, Pierce, Ramsey and Towner Counties)
Snow Conditions:
Updated: February 16, 2026
Amount of Snow: 17-22 inches
Recent Snowfall: 1-2 inches
Snow Depth: 2-4 inches
Current Weather for Rugby
Trail Condition:
The north loop received more snow and the groomer went out 2/25/2026 and is open. Conditions are fair on the north loop, south loop is still closed and needs snow. Here is a link to the section of ND Century code regarding Snowmobile Laws: ND Century Code Snow
Trails:
Rush Lake Trail: Closed
Red Lake Trail: Closed
Gun Lake Trail: Closed
Sand Slough Trail: Closed
Sand Lake Trail: Open
Jordan Lake Trail: Open
Midway Lake Trail: Open
Communities: (Click Here for Accommodations)
Wolford, Towner, Leeds, Rugby and Balta
Total Trail Miles:
100 Miles
Connecting Trails:
Sno-Trails Trail
Descriptions:
The riding is 80 miles cross country with the other ditch riding. The trail gives the rider a great cross section of terrain that North Dakota has to offer.
Contacts:
Rick Bruggemann – Rugby Loop
701-776-2134
Clubs:
Northern Lights Snowmobile Club
PO Box 191
Rugby, ND 58368