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Is Kessler Mountain rideable today?
Not right now. The live verdict is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding would damage the trail. 3.3″ of rain, 2d ago.
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Soil and terrain at Kessler Mountain
Kessler Mountain is a mountain bike trail network in Bentonville & NWA, AR. Soil data at the sampled location is classified as sandy. Open tree cover can allow more sun and wind exposure, helping drying. Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 1,316 ft, an average terrain slope of 3.6° and a predominant SSW-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features. Trails here include Oak Loop, Pop Rocks and Pine Loop. Loam models conditions across the network; individual trails and constructed surfaces can differ from these environmental inputs. Official closures and conditions on the ground take priority.
How these factors affect drying
SoilSandy
Sandy soil generally allows water to drain readily. Rainfall, shade and trail construction also affect recovery. The model uses surveyed water-retention values, not measured trail recovery times.
CanopyOpen 16%
Open tree cover can allow more sunlight and wind to reach the ground. Terrain, weather and trail construction also affect drying.
TerrainModerate
Moderate terrain slope is one input to the drying model. Local drainage also depends on soil and trail construction.
FAQ
Can you ride Kessler Mountain right now?
The current estimate for Kessler Mountain is STAY OFF: active damage risk. Expected rideable in ~2 days. No significant rain before then. 3.3″ of rain, 2d ago.
Is Kessler Mountain muddy right now?
Likely. The current estimate is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding could leave ruts. Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 3.3″ of rain, 2d ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Kessler Mountain?
The soil data at the sampled location is classified as sandy. This describes an environmental input, not a survey of every trail surface.
How long does Kessler Mountain take to dry after rain?
Kessler Mountain has no fixed drying time. Rainfall, soil moisture, shade and the weather that follows all matter. Check the current estimate and wait until the trail surface is firm.
Can you ride Kessler Mountain after rain?
Sandy soil can help drainage, but heavier rain, shade and the trail surface also affect recovery. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.
What does a frozen condition mean at Kessler Mountain?
FROZEN means Loam estimates snow cover or frozen ground. It does not establish that riding is allowed or that every trail is frozen. Check posted winter access rules and watch for soft ground as temperatures rise.
What trails are at Kessler Mountain?
Trails at Kessler Mountain include Oak Loop, Pop Rocks, Pine Loop, Chunky and Markham Hill Loop / Fayetteville Traverse. This is a partial list. The condition estimate covers the whole network, so individual trails may differ.
What's the terrain and elevation like at Kessler Mountain?
Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 1,316 ft, an average terrain slope of 3.6° and a predominant SSW-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Sandydrainage input
- Terrain
- Moderateterrain slope
- Tree cover
- 16%Open
- Elevation
- 1,316 ft
- Average grade
- 3.6°
- Predominant aspect
- SSW-facing
Named trails
- Oak Loop
- Pop Rocks
- Pine Loop
- Chunky
- Markham Hill Loop / Fayetteville Traverse
This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.