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Black River State Forest

Mountain bike trail conditions · Wisconsin 44.228° N  90.560° W   1,158 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
0.6″ of rain, 1d 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, 0.58 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Tue 9/15, 0.16 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Wed 9/16, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/17, 0.07 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/18, 0.64 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then STAY OFF
  • Sat 9/19, 0.07 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then 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, 13:49 UTC. Modeled hourly. Unchanged for 10+ days. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Black River State Forest rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.6″ of rain, 1d ago.

CHANGED
Sat 1911am
Dried back to CAUTION.
Fri 1810pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Tue 1511am
Dried back to CAUTION.
Over the tracked history, Black River State Forest has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Black River State Forest

Black River State Forest is a mountain bike trail network in Wisconsin. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 2.5° slope at 1,158 ft and mainly faces SW. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain.

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 82%

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 Black River State Forest right now?

The current estimate for Black River State Forest is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.6″ of rain, 1d ago.

Is Black River State Forest muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.6″ of rain, 1d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Black River State Forest?

Black River State Forest 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 Black River State Forest take to dry after rain?

Black River State Forest 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 Black River State Forest 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 Black River State Forest get snow in winter?

Rarely. Black River State Forest sits low and mild enough (around 1,158 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 Black River State Forest?

Black River State Forest sits at roughly 1,158 feet, faces mostly SW, and averages a 2.5° grade with about 82% tree cover. It is exposed to afternoon sun, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.

When is the best time of year to ride Black River State Forest?

Snow rarely affects Black River State Forest. 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
82%Dense
Elevation
1,158 ft
Average grade
2.5°
Predominant aspect
SW-facing

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