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Bison Plant Trail

Mountain bike trail conditions · North Dakota 48.189° N  101.208° W   1,555 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
0.1″ of rain, 6d ago
Today
61°Ffog or low cloud
  • 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, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, 0.09 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then 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, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/21, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/22, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/23, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/24, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Fri 9/25, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME, forecast preview, beyond the free window

Updated Sep 20, 2026, 14:16 UTC. Modeled hourly. Unchanged for 10+ days. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Bison Plant Trail rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.1″ of rain, 6d ago.

CHANGED
Mon 142pm
Dried back to PRIME.
Mon 1412pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to CAUTION.
Over the tracked history, Bison Plant Trail has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Bison Plant Trail

Bison Plant Trail is a mountain bike trail network in North Dakota. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 0.4° slope at 1,555 ft and mainly faces NE. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

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How these factors affect drying

SoilSandy

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

CanopyDense 75%

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 Bison Plant Trail right now?

The current estimate for Bison Plant Trail is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.1″ of rain, 6d ago.

Is Bison Plant Trail muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.1″ of rain, 6d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Bison Plant Trail?

Bison Plant Trail 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 Bison Plant Trail take to dry after rain?

Bison Plant Trail 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 Bison Plant Trail 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 Bison Plant Trail get snow in winter?

Yes. At 1,555 ft, Bison Plant Trail typically sees winter snow and freeze-thaw that can pause riding. Loam flags a FROZEN state when the ground is snow-covered or frozen, then clears it as things thaw and dry.

What's the terrain and elevation like at Bison Plant Trail?

Bison Plant Trail sits at roughly 1,555 feet, faces mostly NE, and averages a 0.4° grade with about 75% 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 Bison Plant Trail?

Snow can limit riding at Bison Plant Trail in winter, at around 1,555 feet. Spring snowmelt and fall freezes can also affect conditions. Its shady aspect means it needs longer after storms than sunnier networks nearby. Check the current conditions before planning a ride.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Sandydrains fast
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
75%Dense
Elevation
1,555 ft
Average grade
0.4°
Predominant aspect
NE-facing

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