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Trail outlook
Is Cloie Creek rideable today?
Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.1″ of rain, 12h ago.
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Soil and terrain at Cloie Creek
Cloie Creek is a mountain bike trail network in Dubuque, IA. The soil is loam and drains well. The terrain averages a 2.4° slope at 807 ft and mainly faces NNW. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain.
How these factors affect drying
SoilLoam
Loam balances drainage with water retention, so it typically takes a day or two to dry after meaningful rain.
CanopyPartial 39%
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 Cloie Creek right now?
The current estimate for Cloie Creek is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.1″ of rain, 12h ago.
Is Cloie Creek muddy right now?
Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). 0.1″ of rain, 12h ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Cloie Creek?
Cloie Creek sits on loam soil that drains well. Loam balances drainage with water retention, so it typically takes a day or two to dry after meaningful rain.
How long does Cloie Creek take to dry after rain?
Cloie Creek usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it.
Can you ride Cloie Creek after rain?
Drying time depends on how much rain fell and the weather that follows. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.
Does Cloie Creek get snow in winter?
Rarely. Cloie Creek sits low and mild enough (around 807 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 Cloie Creek?
Cloie Creek sits at roughly 807 feet, faces mostly NNW, and averages a 2.4° grade with about 39% 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 Cloie Creek?
Snow rarely affects Cloie Creek. 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.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Loamdrains well
- Drainage
- Holds waterdries slowly
- Tree cover
- 39%Partial
- Elevation
- 807 ft
- Average grade
- 2.4°
- Predominant aspect
- NNW-facing