LoamCheyenne Mountain State Park
Mountain bike trail conditions · Colorado Springs, CO
Rideable now
Trails are dry, excuses aren't.
- Recent rain0.3″ of rain, 3d ago
Cheyenne Mountain State Park is a mountain bike network in the Colorado Springs, CO area. It rides on mixed drainage soil across flat, exposed terrain — the combination that decides how the dirt holds up after rain and how quickly it bounces back.
Environmental profile
Cheyenne Mountain State 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.
Open terrain gets direct sun and wind from all sides, which speeds evaporation significantly. Exposed trails are usually the fastest to rebound after rain — a bright, breezy afternoon can make a big difference.
Flat trails have nowhere for water to go. Low spots and natural depressions collect standing water and mud that lingers well after the rain stops, so these networks often stay wet longer than the weather alone suggests.
Slopes here are predominantly northwest-facing, with about 30% 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 Cheyenne Mountain State Park right now?
As of the latest update, Cheyenne Mountain State Park is Rideable now (PRIME). Trails are dry, excuses aren't. 0.3″ of rain, 3d ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Cheyenne Mountain State Park?
Cheyenne Mountain State Park sits on mixed drainage ground (Stony clay 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 Cheyenne Mountain State Park take to dry after rain?
On its mixed drainage soil, Cheyenne Mountain State Park typically takes about a day or two to dry after significant rain, and its flat terrain can hold water longer in low spots.
Does Cheyenne Mountain State Park get snow in winter?
Yes — Cheyenne Mountain State Park is in a continental 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.