LoamTrail outlook
7 days back · 4 aheadOver the tracked history, Bobsled has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days. Daily trail markers are representative daytime outlooks. Weather is one input. The rideability verdict also accounts for soil, terrain, canopy, and drying time.
Get notified when Bobsled is ready
Watch up to 3 networks. No account needed.
Did this match what you found?
Only report a ride you personally made today or yesterday.
Thanks for checking Loam
Your report helps improve the estimate for Bobsled.
Want the next PRIME alert? Get Loam for iPhone.Why Bobsled dries this way
Terrain & soilBobsled sits in the Salt Lake City, UT area, on loam soil that drains well over terrain that sheds water and dries quickly. Heavy tree cover holds the damp in, so it stays wet longer than the sky overhead would suggest. Whether it’s worth riding comes down to how that ground sheds and holds water after rain. That’s exactly what Loam tracks, hour by hour. The terrain here is rolling (a 11.5° average grade at 7,605 ft) and drains steadily rather than pooling, while the NW-facing aspect keeps the dirt shaded for much of the day, so moisture lingers after rain and snow is slow to clear. Trails on the map here include Uncle Effer Trail, Grandview Peak Trail and Canyon Trail.
Network profile
- Soil
- Loamdrains well
- Drainage
- Sheds waterdries quickly
- Tree cover
- 66%Dense
- Elevation
- 7,605 ft
- Average grade
- 11.5°
- Predominant aspect
- NW-facing
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.
CanopyDense 66%
Heavy tree cover shades the soil and blocks wind, so these trails dry slowly and can hold morning damp even after dry days.
TerrainSheds water
Water runs off this terrain rather than pooling, which helps the surface dry out after rain.
Trails at Bobsled
Named trails- Black Mountain Trail
- Uncle Effer Trail
- Grandview Peak Trail
- Canyon Trail
- Twin Peaks Trail
Some of the named trails our map data covers here, not a complete list. Conditions above are modeled for the network as a whole, so these names do not carry separate verdicts. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Nearby networks in Salt Lake City, UT
Salt Lake City, UTFAQ
Common questionsCan you ride Bobsled right now?
As of the latest update, Bobsled is Rideable now (PRIME). No significant rain in the forecast. No measurable rain in the past week.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Bobsled?
Bobsled 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 Bobsled take to dry after rain?
Bobsled usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain sheds water, which speeds drying. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.
Does Bobsled get snow in winter?
Yes. At 7,605 ft, Bobsled 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 trails are at Bobsled?
Named trails at Bobsled include Black Mountain Trail, Uncle Effer Trail, Grandview Peak Trail, Canyon Trail and Twin Peaks Trail. That is a sample of what our map data covers rather than a full inventory, and local trail counts change as networks are built out. Loam models conditions for Bobsled as a whole, so the verdict on this page covers the network rather than scoring each trail separately.
What's the terrain and elevation like at Bobsled?
Bobsled sits at roughly 7,605 feet, faces mostly NW, and averages a 11.5° grade with about 66% tree cover. That makes it a shady network that holds moisture longer than sunnier neighbors, and the rolling grade means it drains at a steady clip. Loam models this exact ground against live weather rather than using one regional forecast.
When is the best time of year to ride Bobsled?
The reliable season at Bobsled runs late spring through fall: at around 7,605 feet it holds real winter snowpack, and freeze-thaw makes the shoulder seasons hit or miss. Its shady aspect means it needs longer after storms than sunnier networks nearby. Loam flags FROZEN days and posts a live verdict, so the calendar never has to be the tiebreaker.