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De Soto State Park

Mountain bike trail conditions · Chattanooga & Northeast Alabama, AL 34.495° N  85.638° W   1,673 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Mon 5am Conditions turn Caution.

Recent rain
No measurable rain in the past week
Today
90°Flight rain
  • Thu 9/10, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/11, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/15, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: 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, 0.13 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION
  • Mon 9/21, 0.40 inches of rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then PRIME then STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Tue 9/22, 0.61 inches of rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then STAY OFF
  • Wed 9/23, 0.17 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Thu 9/24, 0.11 inches of rain, modeled conditions: 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, 13:49 UTC. Modeled hourly. Unchanged for 10+ days. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is De Soto State Park rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. No measurable rain in the past week.

Over the tracked history, De Soto State Park has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at De Soto State Park

De Soto State Park is a mountain bike trail network in Chattanooga & Northeast Alabama, AL. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 1.2° slope at 1,673 ft and mainly faces ESE. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

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How these factors affect drying

SoilSandy

Sandy, coarse soil sheds water fast. These trails are among the quickest to recover after rain.

CanopyDense 92%

Heavy tree cover shades the soil and blocks wind, so these trails dry slowly and can hold morning damp even after dry days.

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 De Soto State Park right now?

The current estimate for De Soto State Park is PRIME: rideable now. Rain returns in ~1 day. No measurable rain in the past week.

Is De Soto State Park muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. No measurable rain in the past week.

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

De Soto 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 De Soto State Park take to dry after rain?

De Soto State Park usually needs only a few hours to recover after light rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.

Can you ride De Soto 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 De Soto State Park get snow in winter?

Rarely. De Soto State Park sits low and mild enough (around 1,673 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 De Soto State Park?

De Soto State Park sits at roughly 1,673 feet, faces mostly ESE, and averages a 1.2° grade with about 92% tree cover. It is exposed to morning sun, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

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

Snow rarely affects De Soto State Park. 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
92%Dense
Elevation
1,673 ft
Average grade
1.2°
Predominant aspect
ESE-facing

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