Winter 2025 – Boonville’s About to Earn Its “Snow Capital” Badge (Again)

The Tug Hill region is gearing up for a classic snowy winter

Farmers’ Almanac Winter Forecast United States Map – Courtesy of the Farmers’ Almanac

Boonville doesn’t just get snow — it hosts it like an annual festival. When the rest of New York is brushing off a dusting, we’re out here measuring in feet. According to the Farmers’ Almanac, New York is facing a cold and snowy winter ahead, and Syracuse.com agrees, calling for a “healthy snow season” across Upstate NY.

That’s music to every snowmobiler’s ears. Tug Hill is already famous for its lake-effect magic, and this season could bring the kind of consistent cold that keeps the trails in prime shape from December through March.

Get ready to ride — Boonville snowmobile trails are calling

The Boonville Snow Festival might as well start early this year. Local trails connecting through the Black River Valley and up onto Tug Hill will be ready for action once the flakes pile up. If you’re a sledder, now’s the time to:

• Tune up your snowmobile and check your track, belt, and battery.

• Renew your trail permit before the crowds do.

• Plan that first big ride from Boonville to Brantingham or Forestport.

And if you’re more ski boots than sled tracks — no worries. Snow Ridge in Turin should have a solid base for carving turns thanks to those colder temperatures.

Why we love Boonville winters

Winter in Boonville isn’t something we endure — it’s something we celebrate. You’ll see sleds lined up outside Slim’s, families building snow forts, and snowplows keeping Main Street clear like clockwork. It’s that small-town pride that makes Boonville the snow capital of the Northeast year after year.

So, when the first storm hits, don’t hide. Pull on your gear, rev the engine, and go make tracks. This is shaping up to be a real Boonville winter — the kind that reminds us why we live where snowmobiles get more miles than lawnmowers.