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Albany Pine Bush Preserve

Mountain bike trail conditions · Albany, NY 42.711° N  73.890° W   338 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Good window for the next ~2 hours.

Recent rain
0.1″ of rain, 3d ago
Next rain
~2h
Today
76°Fheavy rain

Updated Sep 13, 2026, 05:23 UTC. Modeled hourly. Unchanged for 10+ days. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Trail outlook

Is Albany Pine Bush Preserve rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.1″ of rain, 3d ago.

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PRIME 7d 2026-09-06: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 6d 2026-09-07: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 5d 2026-09-08: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 4d 2026-09-09: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 3d 2026-09-10: 0.10 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 2d 2026-09-11: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 1d 2026-09-12: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
76° PRIME Today 2026-09-13: 0.50 inches of rain, Heavy rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
69° PRIME MON 2026-09-14: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
72° PRIME TUE 2026-09-15: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
78° PRIME WED 2026-09-16: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Partly cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
80° PRIME THU 2026-09-17: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
Modeled rain Forecast rain Above soft threshold (0.5″)
Over the tracked history, Albany Pine Bush Preserve has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days. Each daily marker shows the expected daytime condition. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Albany Pine Bush Preserve

Albany Pine Bush Preserve is a mountain bike trail network in Albany, NY. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 0.5° slope at 338 ft and mainly faces E. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

How we check ourselves

How these factors affect drying

SoilSandy

Sandy, coarse soil sheds water fast. These trails are among the quickest to recover after rain.

CanopyDense 81%

Heavy tree cover shades the soil and blocks wind, so these trails dry slowly and can hold morning damp even after dry days.

TerrainHolds water

Water tends to pool and linger here rather than running off, so the surface can stay damp well after the weather clears.

FAQ

Can you ride Albany Pine Bush Preserve right now?

The current estimate for Albany Pine Bush Preserve is PRIME: rideable now. Good window for the next ~2 hours. 0.1″ of rain, 3d ago.

Is Albany Pine Bush Preserve muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.1″ of rain, 3d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Albany Pine Bush Preserve?

Albany Pine Bush Preserve sits on sandy soil that drains fast. Sandy, coarse soil sheds water fast. These trails are among the quickest to recover after rain.

How long does Albany Pine Bush Preserve take to dry after rain?

Albany Pine Bush Preserve usually needs only a few hours to recover after light rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.

Can you ride Albany Pine Bush Preserve after rain?

Sandy soil drains quickly, though heavier rain can leave soft spots. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.

Does Albany Pine Bush Preserve get snow in winter?

Rarely. Albany Pine Bush Preserve sits low and mild enough (around 338 ft) that snow seldom affects riding; conditions are driven by rain and drying. Loam still flags FROZEN on the rare freeze.

What's the terrain and elevation like at Albany Pine Bush Preserve?

Albany Pine Bush Preserve sits at roughly 338 feet, faces mostly E, and averages a 0.5° grade with about 81% tree cover. It is exposed to morning sun, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride Albany Pine Bush Preserve?

Snow rarely affects Albany Pine Bush Preserve. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. The live verdict above reflects today.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Sandydrains fast
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
81%Dense
Elevation
338 ft
Average grade
0.5°
Predominant aspect
E-facing

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