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Earl's Trails

Mountain bike trail conditions · Pioneer Valley, MA 42.306° N  72.531° W   617 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Rain returns in ~2 days.

Recent rain
0.2″ of rain, 7d ago
Next rain
~2d
Today
83°Fcloudy

Updated Sep 10, 2026, 21:55 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 2. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Trail outlook

Is Earl's Trails rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.2″ of rain, 7d ago.

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PRIME 7d 2026-09-03: 0.20 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 6d 2026-09-04: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 5d 2026-09-05: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 4d 2026-09-06: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 3d 2026-09-07: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 2d 2026-09-08: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 1d 2026-09-09: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
83° PRIME Today 2026-09-10: 0.00 inches of rain, Cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
74° PRIME FRI 2026-09-11: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Partly cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
78° PRIME SAT 2026-09-12: 0.20 inches of forecast rain, Light rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
81° STAY OFF SUN 2026-09-13: 0.60 inches of forecast rain, Heavy rain, representative trail outlook STAY OFF
74° PRIME MON 2026-09-14: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
Modeled rain Forecast rain Above soft threshold (0.5″)
Over the tracked history, Earl's Trails has been rideable on 9 of the last 10 days, and too wet to ride on 1. Each daily marker shows the expected daytime condition. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Earl's Trails

Earl's Trails is a mountain bike trail network in Pioneer Valley, MA. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 6.2° slope at 617 ft and mainly faces NNE. Its rolling slopes drain steadily.

How we check ourselves

How these factors affect drying

SoilSandy

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

CanopyDense 93%

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 Earl's Trails right now?

The current estimate for Earl's Trails is PRIME: rideable now. Rain returns in ~2 days. 0.2″ of rain, 7d ago.

Is Earl's Trails muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.2″ of rain, 7d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Earl's Trails?

Earl's Trails 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 Earl's Trails take to dry after rain?

Earl's Trails usually needs only a few hours to recover after light rain. Its terrain drains at a moderate pace. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.

Can you ride Earl's Trails 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 Earl's Trails get snow in winter?

Rarely. Earl's Trails sits low and mild enough (around 617 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 Earl's Trails?

Earl's Trails sits at roughly 617 feet, faces mostly NNE, and averages a 6.2° grade with about 93% tree cover. It is slower to dry where it faces north, and the rolling terrain drains steadily.

When is the best time of year to ride Earl's Trails?

Snow rarely affects Earl's Trails. 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.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Sandydrains fast
Drainage
Moderateeven drying
Tree cover
93%Dense
Elevation
617 ft
Average grade
6.2°
Predominant aspect
NNE-facing

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