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Fort Custer State Recreation Area

Mountain bike trail conditions · Michigan 42.310° N  85.341° W   853 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
0.3″ of rain, 6d ago
Today
79°Ffog or low cloud

Updated Sep 5, 2026, 15:02 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Aug 31. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Trail outlook

Is Fort Custer State Recreation Area rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.3″ of rain, 6d ago.

0.3″
0.1″
FORECAST
7d 2026-08-29: 0.00 inches of rain
CAUTION 6d 2026-08-30: 0.30 inches of rain, representative trail outlook CAUTION
PRIME 5d 2026-08-31: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 4d 2026-09-01: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 3d 2026-09-02: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 2d 2026-09-03: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 1d 2026-09-04: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
79° PRIME Today 2026-09-05: 0.00 inches of rain, Fog or low cloud, representative trail outlook PRIME
78° PRIME SUN 2026-09-06: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Partly cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
81° PRIME MON 2026-09-07: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
85° PRIME TUE 2026-09-08: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
87° PRIME WED 2026-09-09: 0.10 inches of forecast rain, Light rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
Modeled rain Forecast rain Above soft threshold (0.5″)
Over the tracked history, Fort Custer State Recreation Area has been rideable on 9 of the last 10 days, and under a caution advisory on 1. Each daily marker shows the expected daytime condition. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Fort Custer State Recreation Area

Fort Custer State Recreation Area is a mountain bike trail network in Michigan. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 0.2° slope at 853 ft and mainly faces W. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

How these factors affect drying

SoilSandy

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

CanopyDense 86%

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 Fort Custer State Recreation Area right now?

The current estimate for Fort Custer State Recreation Area is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.3″ of rain, 6d ago.

Is Fort Custer State Recreation Area muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.3″ of rain, 6d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Fort Custer State Recreation Area?

Fort Custer State Recreation 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 Fort Custer State Recreation Area take to dry after rain?

Fort Custer State Recreation 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 Fort Custer State Recreation 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 Fort Custer State Recreation Area get snow in winter?

Rarely. Fort Custer State Recreation Area sits low and mild enough (around 853 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 Fort Custer State Recreation Area?

Fort Custer State Recreation Area sits at roughly 853 feet, faces mostly W, and averages a 0.2° grade with about 86% tree cover. It is exposed to afternoon sun, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride Fort Custer State Recreation Area?

Snow rarely affects Fort Custer State Recreation Area. 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
86%Dense
Elevation
853 ft
Average grade
0.2°
Predominant aspect
W-facing

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