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Douthat State Park

Mountain bike trail conditions · Roanoke & the New River Valley, VA 37.881° N  79.807° W   1,326 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Mon 11pm Conditions turn Caution.

Recent rain
0.5″ of rain, 7d ago
Today
86°Fcloudy
  • Thu 9/10, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/11, 0.37 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sun 9/13, 0.50 inches of rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then STAY OFF then CAUTION then 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, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/21, 0.36 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then STAY OFF
  • Tue 9/22, 0.13 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Wed 9/23, 1.44 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then STAY OFF
  • Thu 9/24, 0.13 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Fri 9/25, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME, 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 Douthat State Park rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.5″ of rain, 7d ago.

CHANGED
Sun 133pm
Dried back to PRIME.
Sun 139am
Dried back to CAUTION.
Sun 137am
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Over the tracked history, Douthat 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 Douthat State Park

Douthat State Park is a mountain bike trail network in Roanoke & the New River Valley, VA. The soil is rocky loam and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 3.1° slope at 1,326 ft and mainly faces SSE. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain.

How these factors affect drying

SoilRocky loam

About 58% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain loam. The soil type here is classified, but the exact drying speed is modeled from that classification rather than measured directly at this spot.

CanopyDense 87%

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

TerrainModerate

Terrain here drains at a moderate pace. It neither sheds nor holds water strongly.

FAQ

Can you ride Douthat State Park right now?

The current estimate for Douthat State Park is PRIME: rideable now. Rain returns in ~1 day. 0.5″ of rain, 7d ago.

Is Douthat State Park muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). About 58% of the ground here is rock, so it drains faster than its soil type alone suggests. 0.5″ of rain, 7d ago.

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

Douthat State Park sits on rocky loam soil that drains fast. About 58% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain loam. The soil type here is classified, but the exact drying speed is modeled from that classification rather than measured directly at this spot.

How long does Douthat State Park take to dry after rain?

Douthat State Park drains quicker than its soil type suggests, since about 58% of the ground is rock fragments. Its terrain drains at a moderate pace. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.

Can you ride Douthat State Park after rain?

The rocky soil here drains quickly, but softer 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.

Does Douthat State Park get snow in winter?

Rarely. Douthat State Park sits low and mild enough (around 1,326 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 Douthat State Park?

Douthat State Park sits at roughly 1,326 feet, faces mostly SSE, and averages a 3.1° grade with about 87% tree cover. It is quicker to dry where it faces south, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.

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

Snow rarely affects Douthat State Park. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. Its sunny aspect helps it come back fast after storms. The live verdict above reflects today.

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Network profile

Soil
Rocky loamdrains fast · modeled
Drainage
Moderateeven drying
Tree cover
87%Dense
Elevation
1,326 ft
Average grade
3.1°
Predominant aspect
SSE-facing

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