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Is Devil's Den rideable today?
Yes. The live verdict is DRY, rideable now. No measurable rain in the past week.
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Soil and terrain at Devil's Den
Devil's Den is a mountain bike trail network in Bentonville & NWA, AR. Soil data at the sampled location is classified as very rocky loam. Dense tree cover can reduce sun and wind exposure, slowing drying. Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 1,109 ft, an average terrain slope of 3° and a predominant ESE-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features. Trails here include Devil's Racetrack, Fossil Flats Loop and Yellow Rock Trail. Loam models conditions across the network; individual trails and constructed surfaces can differ from these environmental inputs. Official closures and conditions on the ground take priority.
How these factors affect drying
SoilVery rocky loam
The soil data includes about 85% rock fragments. The model uses this to adjust drainage; it does not measure how quickly every trail section dries. The model uses surveyed water-retention values, not measured trail recovery times.
CanopyDense 90%
Dense tree cover can reduce sunlight and wind at ground level, slowing drying. Its effect depends on weather and local openings.
TerrainModerate
Moderate terrain slope is one input to the drying model. Local drainage also depends on soil and trail construction.
FAQ
Can you ride Devil's Den right now?
The current estimate for Devil's Den is DRY: rideable. Rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. No measurable rain in the past week.
Is Devil's Den muddy right now?
Loam currently estimates dry conditions (DRY). The drying model accounts for about 85% rock fragments in the soil data. No measurable rain in the past week.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Devil's Den?
The soil data at the sampled location is classified as very rocky loam. This describes an environmental input, not a survey of every trail surface.
How long does Devil's Den take to dry after rain?
Devil's Den has no fixed drying time. Rainfall, soil moisture, shade and the weather that follows all matter. The model accounts for about 85% rock fragments in the soil data, but that does not establish a recovery time. Check the current estimate and wait until the trail surface is firm.
Can you ride Devil's Den after rain?
Rock fragments influence the drying model, but softer trail sections may need more time. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.
What does a frozen condition mean at Devil's Den?
FROZEN means Loam estimates snow cover or frozen ground. It does not establish that riding is allowed or that every trail is frozen. Check posted winter access rules and watch for soft ground as temperatures rise.
What trails are at Devil's Den?
Trails at Devil's Den include Devil's Racetrack, Fossil Flats Loop, Yellow Rock Trail, Gorley King Trail and Lee Trail. This is a partial list. The condition estimate covers the whole network, so individual trails may differ.
What's the terrain and elevation like at Devil's Den?
Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 1,109 ft, an average terrain slope of 3° and a predominant ESE-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Very rocky loamdrainage input
- Terrain
- Moderateterrain slope
- Tree cover
- 90%Dense
- Elevation
- 1,109 ft
- Average grade
- 3°
- Predominant aspect
- ESE-facing
Named trails
- Devil's Racetrack
- Fossil Flats Loop
- Yellow Rock Trail
- Gorley King Trail
- Lee Trail
This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.