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Hidden Valley Recreation Area

Mountain bike trail conditions · Duluth, MN 47.901° N  91.809° W   1,483 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
0.3″ of rain, 5d ago
Today
55°Ffog or low cloud
  • Thu 9/10, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/11, 2.11 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, 0.26 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION
  • 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, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/23, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/24, 0.10 inches of 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. Verdict last changed: Sep 13. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Hidden Valley Recreation Area rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.3″ of rain, 5d ago.

CHANGED
Tue 156am
Dried back to PRIME.
Tue 1512am
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to CAUTION.
Sun 1310am
Dried back to PRIME.
Over the tracked history, Hidden Valley Recreation Area has been rideable on 9 of the last 10 days, and too wet to ride on 1. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Hidden Valley Recreation Area

Hidden Valley Recreation Area 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 1.8° slope at 1,483 ft and mainly faces ESE. 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 75%

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 Hidden Valley Recreation Area right now?

The current estimate for Hidden Valley Recreation Area is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.3″ of rain, 5d ago.

Is Hidden Valley Recreation Area muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). 0.3″ of rain, 5d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Hidden Valley Recreation Area?

Hidden Valley Recreation Area 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 Hidden Valley Recreation Area take to dry after rain?

Hidden Valley Recreation Area 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 Hidden Valley Recreation Area 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 Hidden Valley Recreation Area get snow in winter?

Yes. At 1,483 ft, Hidden Valley Recreation Area 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 Hidden Valley Recreation Area?

Hidden Valley Recreation Area sits at roughly 1,483 feet, faces mostly ESE, and averages a 1.8° grade with about 75% 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 Hidden Valley Recreation Area?

Snow can limit riding at Hidden Valley Recreation Area in winter, at around 1,483 feet. Spring snowmelt and fall freezes can also affect conditions. Check the current conditions before planning a ride.

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Network profile

Soil
Loamdrains well
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
75%Dense
Elevation
1,483 ft
Average grade
1.8°
Predominant aspect
ESE-facing

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