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Trail outlook
Is Hickory Ridge rideable today?
Not right now. The live verdict is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding would damage the trail. 1.1″ of rain, 1h ago.
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Soil and terrain at Hickory Ridge
Hickory Ridge is a mountain bike trail network in Finger Lakes, NY. The soil is gravelly loam and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 2.5° slope at 1,828 ft and mainly faces ENE. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain.
How these factors affect drying
SoilGravelly loam
About 20% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain loam.
CanopyDense 89%
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 Ridge right now?
The current estimate for Hickory Ridge is STAY OFF: active damage risk. Expected rideable in ~16 hours. No significant rain before then. 1.1″ of rain, 1h ago.
Is Hickory Ridge muddy right now?
Likely. The current estimate is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding could leave ruts. 1.1″ of rain, 1h ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Hickory Ridge?
Hickory Ridge sits on gravelly loam soil that drains fast. About 20% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain loam.
How long does Hickory Ridge take to dry after rain?
Hickory Ridge 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 Hickory Ridge 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 Hickory Ridge get snow in winter?
Rarely. Hickory Ridge sits low and mild enough (around 1,828 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 Ridge?
Hickory Ridge sits at roughly 1,828 feet, faces mostly ENE, and averages a 2.5° grade with about 89% tree cover. It is exposed to morning sun, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.
When is the best time of year to ride Hickory Ridge?
Snow rarely affects Hickory Ridge. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. The live verdict above reflects today.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Gravelly loamdrains fast
- Drainage
- Holds waterdries slowly
- Tree cover
- 89%Dense
- Elevation
- 1,828 ft
- Average grade
- 2.5°
- Predominant aspect
- ENE-facing