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Hartley Park

Mountain bike trail conditions · Duluth, MN 46.839° N  92.085° W   1,234 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
0.1″ of rain, 3d ago
Today
56°Fcloudy
  • Thu 9/10, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/11, 0.31 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/15, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/16, 0.10 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Thu 9/17, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then 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, 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, 13:53 UTC. Modeled hourly. Unchanged for 10+ days. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Hartley Park rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.1″ of rain, 3d ago.

CHANGED
Sat 1212pm
Dried back to CAUTION.
Sat 125am
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Over the tracked history, Hartley Park has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Hartley Park

Hartley Park is a mountain bike trail network in Duluth, MN. The soil is loam and drains well. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 1.3° slope at 1,234 ft and mainly faces S. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

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How these factors affect drying

SoilLoam

Loam balances drainage with water retention, so it typically takes a day or two to dry after meaningful rain.

CanopyDense 64%

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 Hartley Park right now?

The current estimate for Hartley Park is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.1″ of rain, 3d ago.

Is Hartley Park muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). 0.1″ of rain, 3d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Hartley Park?

Hartley Park sits on loam soil that drains well. Loam balances drainage with water retention, so it typically takes a day or two to dry after meaningful rain.

How long does Hartley Park take to dry after rain?

Hartley Park usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.

Can you ride Hartley 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 Hartley Park get snow in winter?

Yes. At 1,234 ft, Hartley Park typically sees winter snow and freeze-thaw that can pause riding. Loam flags a FROZEN state when the ground is snow-covered or frozen, then clears it as things thaw and dry.

What's the terrain and elevation like at Hartley Park?

Hartley Park sits at roughly 1,234 feet, faces mostly S, and averages a 1.3° grade with about 64% tree cover. It is quicker to dry where it faces south, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride Hartley Park?

Snow can limit riding at Hartley Park in winter, at around 1,234 feet. Spring snowmelt and fall freezes can also affect conditions. Its sunny aspect helps it come back fast after storms. Check the current conditions before planning a ride.

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Network profile

Soil
Loamdrains well
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
64%Dense
Elevation
1,234 ft
Average grade
1.3°
Predominant aspect
S-facing

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