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Benjamin Rush State Park

Mountain bike trail conditions · Philadelphia, PA 40.117° N  74.978° W   128 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Sun 4pm Conditions turn Caution.

Recent rain
0.7″ of rain, 7d ago
Today
73°Fheavy rain
  • Thu 9/10, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/11, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sun 9/13, 0.65 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Mon 9/14, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then PRIME
  • Tue 9/15, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/16, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/17, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/18, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/19, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Today, Sun 9/20, 1.62 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Mon 9/21, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Tue 9/22, 1.33 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Wed 9/23, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Thu 9/24, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Fri 9/25, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF, forecast preview, beyond the free window

Updated Sep 20, 2026, 13:15 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 14. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Benjamin Rush State Park rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.7″ of rain, 7d ago.

CHANGED
Mon 146am
Dried back to PRIME.
Mon 1412am
Dried back to CAUTION.
Sun 1312pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Over the tracked history, Benjamin Rush State Park has been rideable on 9 of the last 10 days, and too wet to ride on 1. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Benjamin Rush State Park

Benjamin Rush State Park is a mountain bike trail network in Philadelphia, PA. The soil is loam and drains well. The terrain averages a 0.8° slope at 128 ft and mainly faces NNW. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

How we check ourselves

How these factors affect drying

SoilLoam

Loam balances drainage with water retention, so it typically takes a day or two to dry after meaningful rain.

CanopyPartial 54%

A mix of sun and shade. Conditions vary across the network, with open sections drying faster than covered ones.

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 Benjamin Rush State Park right now?

The current estimate for Benjamin Rush State Park is PRIME: rideable now. Good window for the next ~13 hours. 0.7″ of rain, 7d ago.

Is Benjamin Rush State Park muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). 0.7″ of rain, 7d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Benjamin Rush State Park?

Benjamin Rush State Park sits on loam soil that drains well. Loam balances drainage with water retention, so it typically takes a day or two to dry after meaningful rain.

How long does Benjamin Rush State Park take to dry after rain?

Benjamin Rush State Park usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it.

Can you ride Benjamin Rush State Park after rain?

Drying time depends on how much rain fell and the weather that follows. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.

Does Benjamin Rush State Park get snow in winter?

Rarely. Benjamin Rush State Park sits low and mild enough (around 128 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 Benjamin Rush State Park?

Benjamin Rush State Park sits at roughly 128 feet, faces mostly NNW, and averages a 0.8° grade with about 54% tree cover. It is slower to dry where it faces north, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride Benjamin Rush State Park?

Snow rarely affects Benjamin Rush State Park. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. Its shady aspect means it needs longer after storms than sunnier networks nearby. The live verdict above reflects today.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Loamdrains well
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
54%Partial
Elevation
128 ft
Average grade
0.8°
Predominant aspect
NNW-facing

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