LoamCentennial Park
Mountain bike trail conditions · Bentonville & NWA, AR
Rideable now
Trails are dry, excuses aren't.
- Recent rain0.1″ of rain, 3d ago
Centennial Park (Bentonville & NWA, AR) pairs mixed drainage soil with rolling, forested terrain. Loam reads that profile against live weather to call conditions here instead of guessing from a regional forecast.
Environmental profile
Centennial Park’s drying behavior comes down to what Loam measures for this exact location:
This network sits on mixed or loamy soil — a blend of particle sizes that balances water retention with reasonable drainage. Drying time falls between sandy and clay soils, typically a day or two after significant rain.
Heavy tree cover shields trails from sun and wind, slowing evaporation after rain. Forested trails stay shaded and cool — great in summer heat, but they take longer to dry than open terrain, and drip from leaves can keep things damp even after dry days.
Rolling terrain drains reasonably well and tends to be forgiving in variable conditions — enough gradient to shed water without the consequences of steeper ground.
Slopes here are predominantly west-facing, with about 34% rock fragment content in the soil — a factor in how fast the surface sheds water and dries.
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FAQ
Can you ride Centennial Park right now?
As of the latest update, Centennial Park is Rideable now (PRIME). Trails are dry, excuses aren't. 0.1″ of rain, 3d ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Centennial Park?
Centennial Park sits on mixed drainage ground (Stony loam). This network sits on mixed or loamy soil — a blend of particle sizes that balances water retention with reasonable drainage. Drying time falls between sandy and clay soils, typically a day or two after significant rain.
How long does Centennial Park take to dry after rain?
On its mixed drainage soil, Centennial Park typically takes about a day or two to dry after significant rain, and its rolling terrain helps shed water. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.
Does Centennial Park get snow in winter?
Yes — Centennial Park is in a marginal snow climate, so winter riding can be limited by snowpack or freeze-thaw. Loam flags a FROZEN state when the ground is snow-covered or frozen.