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Is Back 40 rideable today?
Yes. The live verdict is DRY, rideable now. 0.6″ of rain, 2d ago.
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Soil and terrain at Back 40
Back 40 is a mountain bike trail network in Bentonville & NWA, AR. Soil data at the sampled location is classified as very rocky loam. Dense tree cover can reduce sun and wind exposure, slowing drying. Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 1,204 ft, an average terrain slope of 1.3° and a predominant W-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features. Trails here include Sugar Bridge, Rago and Bomb Diggity. Loam models conditions across the network; individual trails and constructed surfaces can differ from these environmental inputs. Official closures and conditions on the ground take priority.
How these factors affect drying
SoilVery rocky loam
The soil data includes about 65% rock fragments. The model uses this to adjust drainage; it does not measure how quickly every trail section dries. Drying behavior is modeled from the soil classification, not measured directly on the trail.
CanopyDense 78%
Dense tree cover can reduce sunlight and wind at ground level, slowing drying. Its effect depends on weather and local openings.
TerrainGentle
Gentle terrain can allow water to linger, but slope alone does not establish whether water pools on a trail.
FAQ
Can you ride Back 40 right now?
The current estimate for Back 40 is DRY: rideable. Rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.6″ of rain, 2d ago.
Is Back 40 muddy right now?
Loam currently estimates dry conditions (DRY). The drying model accounts for about 65% rock fragments in the soil data. 0.6″ of rain, 2d ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Back 40?
The soil data at the sampled location is classified as very rocky loam. This describes an environmental input, not a survey of every trail surface.
How long does Back 40 take to dry after rain?
Back 40 has no fixed drying time. Rainfall, soil moisture, shade and the weather that follows all matter. The model accounts for about 65% rock fragments in the soil data, but that does not establish a recovery time. Check the current estimate and wait until the trail surface is firm.
Can you ride Back 40 after rain?
Rock fragments influence the drying model, but softer trail sections may need more time. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.
What does a frozen condition mean at Back 40?
FROZEN means Loam estimates snow cover or frozen ground. It does not establish that riding is allowed or that every trail is frozen. Check posted winter access rules and watch for soft ground as temperatures rise.
What trails are at Back 40?
Trails at Back 40 include Blowing Springs-Connector, Back 40, Sugar Bridge, Rago and Bomb Diggity. This is a partial list. The condition estimate covers the whole network, so individual trails may differ.
What's the terrain and elevation like at Back 40?
Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 1,204 ft, an average terrain slope of 1.3° and a predominant W-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Very rocky loamdrainage input · modeled
- Terrain
- Gentleterrain slope
- Tree cover
- 78%Dense
- Elevation
- 1,204 ft
- Average grade
- 1.3°
- Predominant aspect
- W-facing
Named trails
- Blowing Springs-Connector
- Back 40
- Sugar Bridge
- Rago
- Bomb Diggity
This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.