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Harris Lake

Mountain bike trail conditions · North Carolina 35.624° N  78.924° W   259 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Tue 5pm Conditions turn Caution.

Recent rain
0.1″ of rain, 7d ago
Today
91°Ffog or low cloud
  • Thu 9/10, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/11, 2.38 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Sun 9/13, 0.06 inches of rain, modeled conditions: 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, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/22, 0.47 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then STAY OFF
  • Wed 9/23, 0.29 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Thu 9/24, 0.90 inches of rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then STAY OFF, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Fri 9/25, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION, forecast preview, beyond the free window

Updated Sep 20, 2026, 13:49 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 20. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Harris Lake rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.1″ of rain, 7d ago.

CHANGED
Sun 139pm
Dried back to PRIME.
Sun 133pm
Dried back to CAUTION.
Fri 1111pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Over the tracked history, Harris Lake has been rideable on 7 of the last 10 days, under a caution advisory on 2, and too wet to ride on 1. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Harris Lake

Harris Lake is a mountain bike trail network in North Carolina. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 1.5° slope at 259 ft and mainly faces SE. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

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 99%

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 Harris Lake right now?

The current estimate for Harris Lake is PRIME: rideable now. Rain returns in ~2 days. 0.1″ of rain, 7d ago.

Is Harris Lake muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.1″ of rain, 7d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Harris Lake?

Harris Lake 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 Harris Lake take to dry after rain?

Harris Lake 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 Harris Lake 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 Harris Lake get snow in winter?

Rarely. Harris Lake sits low and mild enough (around 259 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 Harris Lake?

Harris Lake sits at roughly 259 feet, faces mostly SE, and averages a 1.5° grade with about 99% tree cover. It is exposed to morning sun, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride Harris Lake?

Snow rarely affects Harris Lake. 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
99%Dense
Elevation
259 ft
Average grade
1.5°
Predominant aspect
SE-facing

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