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Carlton Preserve

Mountain bike trail conditions · Florida 27.124° N  82.319° W   39 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Sun 7pm Conditions turn Caution.

Recent rain
0.9″ of rain, 5d ago
Today
85°Fheavy rain
  • Thu 9/10, 1.50 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Fri 9/11, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sun 9/13, 0.11 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, 0.83 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Tue 9/15, 0.13 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME then CAUTION then 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, 2.07 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then STAY OFF
  • Mon 9/21, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Tue 9/22, 0.31 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Wed 9/23, 0.45 inches of rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then STAY OFF
  • Thu 9/24, 0.08 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Fri 9/25, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION, forecast preview, beyond the free window

Updated Sep 20, 2026, 14:18 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 14. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Carlton Preserve rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.9″ of rain, 5d ago.

CHANGED
Tue 1510am
Dried back to CAUTION.
Mon 148pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Fri 1112pm
Dried back to CAUTION.
Over the tracked history, Carlton Preserve has been rideable on 8 of the last 10 days, and under a caution advisory on 2. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Carlton Preserve

Carlton Preserve is a mountain bike trail network in Florida. The soil is sandy and drains fast. The terrain averages a 0.2° slope at 39 ft and mainly faces SW. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

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.

CanopyPartial 48%

A mix of sun and shade. Conditions vary across the network, with open sections drying faster than covered ones.

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 Carlton Preserve right now?

The current estimate for Carlton Preserve is PRIME: rideable now. Good window for the next ~10 hours. 0.9″ of rain, 5d ago.

Is Carlton Preserve muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.9″ of rain, 5d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Carlton Preserve?

Carlton Preserve 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 Carlton Preserve take to dry after rain?

Carlton Preserve usually needs only a few hours to recover after light rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it.

Can you ride Carlton Preserve 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 Carlton Preserve get snow in winter?

Rarely. Carlton Preserve sits low and mild enough (around 39 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 Carlton Preserve?

Carlton Preserve sits at roughly 39 feet, faces mostly SW, and averages a 0.2° grade with about 48% tree cover. It is exposed to afternoon sun, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride Carlton Preserve?

Snow rarely affects Carlton Preserve. 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
48%Partial
Elevation
39 ft
Average grade
0.2°
Predominant aspect
SW-facing

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