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Franklin Mountains State Park

Mountain bike trail conditions · Texas 31.934° N  106.521° W   4,790 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Wed 6am Conditions turn Stay off.

Recent rain
0.1″ of rain, 11h ago
Today
88°Fcloudy
  • Thu 9/10, 0.21 inches of rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then DUSTY
  • Fri 9/11, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY
  • Mon 9/14, 0.07 inches of rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY then CAUTION then DUSTY
  • Tue 9/15, 0.50 inches of rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY then PRIME then STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Wed 9/16, 0.57 inches of rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then DUSTY then PRIME
  • Thu 9/17, 0.14 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Fri 9/18, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/19, 0.16 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Today, Sun 9/20, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/21, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/22, 0.37 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Wed 9/23, 1.81 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Thu 9/24, 0.10 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, 14:18 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 17. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Franklin Mountains State Park rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.1″ of rain, 11h ago.

CHANGED
Sun 205am
Dried back to PRIME.
Sun 203am
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to CAUTION.
Fri 186am
Dried back to PRIME.
Over the tracked history, Franklin Mountains State Park has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days (very dry and dusty on 5 of them). Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Franklin Mountains State Park

Franklin Mountains State Park is a mountain bike trail network in Texas. The soil is rock substrate and drying estimate. With little tree cover, the ground gets plenty of sun and wind. The terrain averages a 1.6° slope at 4,790 ft and mainly faces W. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

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How these factors affect drying

SoilRock substrate

The soil survey identifies bedrock at this point rather than a mineral soil texture. The drying model uses a middle estimate because rock exposure varies across a trail network.

CanopyOpen 0%

Little tree cover means full sun and wind, so these trails are among the fastest to rebound after rain.

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 Franklin Mountains State Park right now?

The current estimate for Franklin Mountains State Park is PRIME: rideable now. Rain returns in ~2 days. 0.1″ of rain, 11h ago.

Is Franklin Mountains State Park muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). 0.1″ of rain, 11h ago.

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

Franklin Mountains State Park sits on rock substrate soil that drying estimate. The soil survey identifies bedrock at this point rather than a mineral soil texture. The drying model uses a middle estimate because rock exposure varies across a trail network.

How long does Franklin Mountains State Park take to dry after rain?

Franklin Mountains State Park usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it.

Can you ride Franklin Mountains State Park after rain?

Drying time depends on how much rain fell and the weather that follows. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.

Does Franklin Mountains State Park get snow in winter?

Rarely. Franklin Mountains State Park sits low and mild enough (around 4,790 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 Franklin Mountains State Park?

Franklin Mountains State Park sits at roughly 4,790 feet, faces mostly W, and averages a 1.6° grade with about 0% 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 Franklin Mountains State Park?

Snow rarely affects Franklin Mountains State Park. 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
Rock substratedrying estimate · modeled
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
0%Open
Elevation
4,790 ft
Average grade
1.6°
Predominant aspect
W-facing

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