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Hickory Glen Park

Mountain bike trail conditions · Detroit & Ann Arbor, MI 42.565° N  83.540° W   974 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
0.4″ of rain, 17h ago
Today
65°Fcloudy
  • 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, 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, 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, 0.39 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • 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, 14:18 UTC. Modeled hourly. Unchanged for 10+ days. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Hickory Glen Park rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.4″ of rain, 17h ago.

CHANGED
Sun 2012am
Dried back to CAUTION.
Sat 198pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Over the tracked history, Hickory Glen 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 Hickory Glen Park

Hickory Glen Park is a mountain bike trail network in Detroit & Ann Arbor, MI. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 1.7° slope at 974 ft and mainly faces N. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

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How these factors affect drying

SoilSandy

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

CanopyDense 87%

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 Hickory Glen Park right now?

The current estimate for Hickory Glen Park is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.4″ of rain, 17h ago.

Is Hickory Glen Park muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.4″ of rain, 17h ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Hickory Glen Park?

Hickory Glen Park 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 Hickory Glen Park take to dry after rain?

Hickory Glen Park 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 Hickory Glen Park 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 Hickory Glen Park get snow in winter?

Rarely. Hickory Glen Park sits low and mild enough (around 974 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 Hickory Glen Park?

Hickory Glen Park sits at roughly 974 feet, faces mostly N, and averages a 1.7° grade with about 87% tree cover. It is slower to dry where it faces north, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride Hickory Glen Park?

Snow rarely affects Hickory Glen Park. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. Its shady aspect means it needs longer after storms than sunnier networks nearby. The live verdict above reflects today.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Sandydrains fast
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
87%Dense
Elevation
974 ft
Average grade
1.7°
Predominant aspect
N-facing

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