LoamCorner Canyon
Corner Canyon is a distinct riding destination above Draper. Check Draper's trail-condition map and the Corner Canyon Trails Foundation before choosing a route, especially during wet weather or thawing.
5,863 ft36% canopy
Compare mountain bike conditions around Salt Lake City, from Corner Canyon and the foothills to Mill Creek and higher Wasatch terrain. Check both the dirt and the route's access rules before riding.
Where to ride today
Computed from the live verdicts belowMost tree coverBobsled →
66% canopy, the most tree cover among currently rideable networks.
Shortest estimated waitWasatch Crest →
About 7 hours until rideable, based on the current drying estimate.
Choose a riding area
Dots are trail locations. Numbered groups zoom to nearby networks.
Map geometry © OpenStreetMap contributors · Elevation contours: NASA SRTM via OpenTopoData
Compare network conditions
Ordered by current verdict, with matching verdicts listed alphabetically. Official closures take priority.
10 of 10 networks shown
PRIME
Antelope Island4,856 ft · 0% tree cover
Rideable now
PRIME
Bobsled7,605 ft · 66% tree cover
Rideable now
PRIME
Burnt Ridge6,129 ft · 19% tree cover
Rideable now
PRIME
Corner Canyon5,863 ft · 36% tree cover
Rideable now
PRIME
Hobble Creek6,490 ft · 40% tree cover
Rideable now
PRIME
Mill Creek Pipeline6,214 ft · 34% tree cover
Rideable now
PRIME
Wood Hill Trail System6,132 ft · 14% tree cover
Rideable now
CAUTION
Solitude Bike Park8,124 ft · 56% tree cover
Use judgment
STAY OFF
Mill Creek Canyon8,157 ft · 66% tree cover
Active damage risk
STAY OFF
Wasatch Crest8,757 ft · 62% tree cover
Active damage risk
Watch a trail in Salt Lake City
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Foothills and high country need separate checks
A clear trail near the valley does not establish conditions along the Wasatch Crest. Elevation, exposure and the latest weather can produce different riding windows. Compare the network itself and confirm the access rules for your route.
Across the 10 networks Loam tracks here, elevation spans 3,901 feet and canopy runs from 0 to 66 percent. These measurements describe representative network points, not the full elevation range of every trail. Compare the individual forecasts and check local reports before choosing a ride.
Elevation range4,856 to 8,757 ft
Canopy range0 to 66%
Most shadedBobsled, Mill Creek Canyon, 66%
Most exposedAntelope Island, 0%
Tracked networks10
Mountain biking around Salt Lake City
The useful unit here is the riding zone. Each one has its own exposure, elevation, and weather response.
Salt Lake foothills
Bobsled sits in Salt Lake City's foothill trail system. Use the city trail map to plan a legal route and follow posted trail directions.
7,605 ft66% canopy
Mill Creek and the Wasatch Crest
Mill Creek and the Wasatch Crest combine separate elevations and access points. Upper-canyon bicycle day restrictions and seasonal road access matter when planning a route; check the Forest Service before you go.
6,214 to 8,757 ft34 to 66% canopy
Solitude and the southern Wasatch
Solitude, Burnt Ridge and Hobble Creek are separate mountain destinations. Resort operations and mountain access should be checked independently of the regional conditions model.
6,129 to 8,124 ft19 to 56% canopy
Antelope Island
Antelope Island is a separate state-park trip in Great Salt Lake. Its open landscape and park access rules differ from the Wasatch canyons.
4,856 ft0% canopy
Price: a farther alternative
Wood Hill is near Price, well outside the Salt Lake Valley. It appears as a separate destination rather than a nearby Salt Lake trailhead.
6,132 ft14% canopy
A season by season read
Planning patterns, not opening dates. Live conditions and official access decide the day.
Spring
Lower trails can be rideable while snowmelt and soft ground limit higher routes. Follow wet-weather closures and avoid thawing tread.
Summer
Exposed foothills can be hot and dusty. Higher terrain is a different choice only when the route is open and clear of snow.
Fall
Freezing nights and early snow can change mountain access before the valley. Check the route before making a shuttle or resort plan.
Winter
Snow and freeze-thaw can close the riding window. Frozen ground may soften during the day; a regional verdict does not replace a trail or road report.
Check canyon rules before choosing a ride
Consult Draper for Corner Canyon conditions and the Forest Service for Mill Creek restrictions. Resort trails and Antelope Island have separate operating rules. A modeled rideable verdict does not override a closure, day restriction or seasonal opening.
Corner Canyon conditions · Forest Service: Mill Creek Canyon · Salt Lake City foothill trails
Trail work around Salt Lake City is done by Corner Canyon Trails Foundation and Solitude Mountain Resort. Support your local builders.
FAQ
Are Salt Lake City mountain bike trails rideable right now?
7 of 10 networks around Salt Lake City currently have a PRIME or DUSTY verdict, meaning rideable conditions. For example, Antelope Island is PRIME and Wasatch Crest is STAY OFF. Check the network page for details and closure notices.
Which Salt Lake City trails are riding best today?
Rideable options around Salt Lake City include Antelope Island (PRIME, firm, rideable conditions), Bobsled (PRIME, firm, rideable conditions) and Burnt Ridge (PRIME, firm, rideable conditions).
Are Corner Canyon trails rideable today?
Open the Corner Canyon network for its current modeled conditions, then check Draper's official trail-condition map. Wet-weather closures and trail restrictions take priority over the model.
Can I ride Mill Creek Canyon every day?
Do not assume that every trail allows bicycles every day. Upper-canyon restrictions and seasonal road access affect route planning. Check the Forest Service's current rules for the exact trail.
Does this page cover Park City?
This page compares Loam's listed Salt Lake and Wasatch networks. It is not a complete Park City trail inventory, and a Wasatch Crest estimate should not be applied to every Park City ride.
How often are Salt Lake City trail conditions updated?
Loam updates condition estimates hourly. Each network page shows when its estimate was last updated.
What are these conditions based on?
Loam uses recent rain, soil, slope, slope direction, tree cover, and current weather to estimate how wet the ground is. These are estimates, not rider reports. Official closures take priority. See how the model works.