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Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area

Mountain bike trail conditions · Pioneer Valley, MA 42.203° N  72.453° W   397 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
1.7″ of rain, 7d ago
Today
59°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, 1.66 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then STAY OFF
  • Mon 9/14, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Tue 9/15, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then 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, 0.24 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/21, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/22, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/23, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/24, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Fri 9/25, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME, forecast preview, beyond the free window

Updated Sep 20, 2026, 14:18 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 16. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 1.7″ of rain, 7d ago.

CHANGED
Tue 156pm
Dried back to PRIME.
Tue 1512pm
Dried back to CAUTION.
Sun 133pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Over the tracked history, Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area has been rideable on 7 of the last 10 days, under a caution advisory on 1, and too wet to ride on 2. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area

Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area 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 2.5° slope at 397 ft and mainly faces SSW. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain.

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 90%

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 Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area right now?

The current estimate for Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 1.7″ of rain, 7d ago.

Is Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 1.7″ of rain, 7d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area?

Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area 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 Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area take to dry after rain?

Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area 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 Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area 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 Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area get snow in winter?

Rarely. Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area sits low and mild enough (around 397 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 Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area?

Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area sits at roughly 397 feet, faces mostly SSW, and averages a 2.5° grade with about 90% 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 Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area?

Snow rarely affects Facing Rock Wildlife Management Area. 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

Network profile

Soil
Sandydrains fast
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
90%Dense
Elevation
397 ft
Average grade
2.5°
Predominant aspect
SSW-facing

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