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Is Bent Creek rideable today?
Not right now. The live verdict is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding would damage the trail. 1.3″ of rain, 4h ago.
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Soil and terrain at Bent Creek
Bent Creek is a mountain bike trail network in Pisgah & Brevard, NC. Soil data at the sampled location is classified as gravelly sandy. Sandy soil can help drainage, while dense tree cover can slow drying by reducing sun and wind exposure. Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 2,631 ft, an average terrain slope of 8.8° and a predominant ESE-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features. Trails here include Spencer Gap, Three Humps and BAD Fork. 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
SoilGravelly sandy
The soil data includes about 17% rock fragments. The model uses this to adjust drainage; it does not measure how quickly every trail section dries. The model uses surveyed water-retention values, not measured trail recovery times.
CanopyDense 98%
Dense tree cover can reduce sunlight and wind at ground level, slowing drying. Its effect depends on weather and local openings.
TerrainSteep
Steeper terrain can encourage runoff. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features.
FAQ
Can you ride Bent Creek right now?
The current estimate for Bent Creek is STAY OFF: active damage risk. Expected rideable in ~7 hours. No significant rain before then. 1.3″ of rain, 4h ago.
Is Bent Creek muddy right now?
Likely. The current estimate is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding could leave ruts. Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 1.3″ of rain, 4h ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Bent Creek?
The soil data at the sampled location is classified as gravelly sandy. This describes an environmental input, not a survey of every trail surface.
How long does Bent Creek take to dry after rain?
Bent Creek has no fixed drying time. Rainfall, soil moisture, shade and the weather that follows all matter. Check the current estimate and wait until the trail surface is firm.
Can you ride Bent Creek after rain?
Sandy soil can help drainage, but heavier rain, shade and the trail surface also affect recovery. 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 Bent Creek?
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 Bent Creek?
Trails at Bent Creek include Spencer Gap, Three Humps, BAD Fork, Shut-IN NRT and Trace Ridge. 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 Bent Creek?
Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 2,631 ft, an average terrain slope of 8.8° and a predominant ESE-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Gravelly sandydrainage input
- Terrain
- Steepterrain slope
- Tree cover
- 98%Dense
- Elevation
- 2,631 ft
- Average grade
- 8.8°
- Predominant aspect
- ESE-facing
Named trails
- Spencer Gap
- Three Humps
- BAD Fork
- Shut-IN NRT
- Trace Ridge
This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.