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Cheney State Park

Mountain bike trail conditions · Wichita, KS 37.721° N  97.835° W   1,473 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
0.2″ of rain, 2d ago
Today
77°Fcloudy
  • Fri 9/11, no measurable rain, daily high 90 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/12, 0.07 inches of rain, daily high 93 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, daily high 91 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, no measurable rain, daily high 100 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/15, 2.55 inches of rain, daily high 92 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Wed 9/16, no measurable rain, daily high 87 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Thu 9/17, no measurable rain, daily high 97 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/18, no measurable rain, daily high 98 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/19, 0.24 inches of rain, daily high 102 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Sun 9/20, no measurable rain, daily high 77 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Today, Mon 9/21, no measurable rain, daily high 77 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/22, no measurable rain, daily high 75 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/23, no measurable rain, daily high 83 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/24, 0.08 inches of rain, daily high 87 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/25, no measurable rain, daily high 86 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Sat 9/26, 0.13 inches of rain, daily high 91 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME, forecast preview, beyond the free window

Updated Sep 22, 2026, 01:15 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 17. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Cheney State Park rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.2″ of rain, 2d ago.

CHANGED
Sun 203pm
Dried back to PRIME.
Sun 209am
Dried back to CAUTION.
Sun 206am
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Over the tracked history, Cheney State Park has been rideable on 9 of the last 10 days, and under a caution advisory on 1. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Cheney State Park

Cheney State Park is a mountain bike trail network in Wichita, KS. The soil is sandy and drains fast. With little tree cover, the ground gets plenty of sun and wind. The terrain averages a 1° slope at 1,473 ft and mainly faces N. 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.

CanopyOpen 15%

Little tree cover means full sun and wind, so these trails are among the fastest to rebound after rain.

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 Cheney State Park right now?

The current estimate for Cheney State Park is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.2″ of rain, 2d ago.

Is Cheney State Park muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.2″ of rain, 2d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Cheney State Park?

Cheney State Park 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 Cheney State Park take to dry after rain?

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

Can you ride Cheney State Park 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 Cheney State Park get snow in winter?

Rarely. Cheney State Park sits low and mild enough (around 1,473 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 Cheney State Park?

Cheney State Park sits at roughly 1,473 feet, faces mostly N, and averages a 1° grade with about 15% tree cover. It is slower to dry where it faces north, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride Cheney State Park?

Snow rarely affects Cheney State Park. 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
15%Open
Elevation
1,473 ft
Average grade
1°
Predominant aspect
N-facing

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