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Boyne Forest Trails

Mountain bike trail conditions · Traverse City, MI 45.261° N  85.017° W   889 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Rain returns in ~2 days.

Recent rain
0.2″ of rain, 4d ago
Next rain
~2d
Today
80°Fcloudy

Updated Sep 13, 2026, 05:20 UTC. Modeled hourly. Unchanged for 10+ days. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Trail outlook

Is Boyne Forest Trails rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.2″ of rain, 4d ago.

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PRIME 7d 2026-09-05: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 6d 2026-09-06: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 5d 2026-09-07: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 4d 2026-09-08: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 3d 2026-09-09: 0.20 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 2d 2026-09-10: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 1d 2026-09-11: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
80° PRIME Today 2026-09-12: 0.00 inches of rain, Cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
64° PRIME SUN 2026-09-13: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Partly cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
67° PRIME MON 2026-09-14: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
68° PRIME TUE 2026-09-15: 0.30 inches of forecast rain, Rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
70° PRIME WED 2026-09-16: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
Modeled rain Forecast rain Above soft threshold (0.5″)
Over the tracked history, Boyne Forest Trails has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days. Each daily marker shows the expected daytime condition. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Boyne Forest Trails

Boyne Forest Trails is a mountain bike trail network in Traverse City, MI. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 2.7° slope at 889 ft and mainly faces NNE. 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 76%

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 Boyne Forest Trails right now?

The current estimate for Boyne Forest Trails is PRIME: rideable now. Rain returns in ~2 days. 0.2″ of rain, 4d ago.

Is Boyne Forest Trails muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.2″ of rain, 4d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Boyne Forest Trails?

Boyne Forest Trails 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 Boyne Forest Trails take to dry after rain?

Boyne Forest Trails 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 Boyne Forest Trails 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 Boyne Forest Trails get snow in winter?

Rarely. Boyne Forest Trails sits low and mild enough (around 889 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 Boyne Forest Trails?

Boyne Forest Trails sits at roughly 889 feet, faces mostly NNE, and averages a 2.7° grade with about 76% tree cover. It is slower to dry where it faces north, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.

When is the best time of year to ride Boyne Forest Trails?

Snow rarely affects Boyne Forest Trails. 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
Sandydrains fast
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
76%Dense
Elevation
889 ft
Average grade
2.7°
Predominant aspect
NNE-facing

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