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Trail outlook
Is Iron Hills (Cedar City) rideable today?
Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.1″ of rain, 6d ago.
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Soil and terrain at Iron Hills (Cedar City)
Iron Hills (Cedar City) is a mountain bike trail network in Cedar City & Brian Head, UT. The soil is gravelly loam and drains fast. The terrain averages a 14.7° slope at 8,235 ft and mainly faces WNW. Its steep slopes shed water quickly after rain.
How these factors affect drying
SoilGravelly loam
About 21% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain loam.
CanopyPartial 26%
A mix of sun and shade. Conditions vary across the network, with open sections drying faster than covered ones.
TerrainSheds water
Water runs off this terrain rather than pooling, which helps the surface dry out after rain.
FAQ
Can you ride Iron Hills (Cedar City) right now?
The current estimate for Iron Hills (Cedar City) is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.1″ of rain, 6d ago.
Is Iron Hills (Cedar City) muddy right now?
Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). 0.1″ of rain, 6d ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Iron Hills (Cedar City)?
Iron Hills (Cedar City) sits on gravelly loam soil that drains fast. About 21% 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 Iron Hills (Cedar City) take to dry after rain?
Iron Hills (Cedar City) usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain sheds water, which speeds drying.
Can you ride Iron Hills (Cedar City) 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 Iron Hills (Cedar City) get snow in winter?
Yes. At 8,235 ft, Iron Hills (Cedar City) 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 Iron Hills (Cedar City)?
Iron Hills (Cedar City) sits at roughly 8,235 feet, faces mostly WNW, and averages a 14.7° grade with about 26% tree cover. It is exposed to afternoon sun, and the steep terrain sheds water quickly.
When is the best time of year to ride Iron Hills (Cedar City)?
Snow can limit riding at Iron Hills (Cedar City) in winter, at around 8,235 feet. Spring snowmelt and fall freezes can also affect conditions. Check the current conditions before planning a ride.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Gravelly loamdrains fast
- Drainage
- Sheds waterdries quickly
- Tree cover
- 26%Partial
- Elevation
- 8,235 ft
- Average grade
- 14.7°
- Predominant aspect
- WNW-facing