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Kiwanis Recreation Area

Mountain bike trail conditions · Minneapolis & St. Cloud, MN 44.173° N  94.010° W   787 FT

PRIME: Rideable now

Fri 25 Conditions turn Caution.

Recent rain
0.8″ of rain, 3d ago
Today
60°Fovercast
  • Fri 9/11, no measurable rain, daily high 86 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, daily high 74 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, daily high 71 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, 0.57 inches of rain, daily high 62 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Tue 9/15, no measurable rain, daily high 70 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Wed 9/16, 0.09 inches of rain, daily high 74 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Thu 9/17, no measurable rain, daily high 69 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Fri 9/18, 0.84 inches of rain, daily high 64 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Sat 9/19, no measurable rain, daily high 62 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Sun 9/20, no measurable rain, daily high 66 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Today, Mon 9/21, no measurable rain, daily high 60 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/22, no measurable rain, daily high 62 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/23, no measurable rain, daily high 63 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/24, no measurable rain, daily high 67 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/25, 0.85 inches of rain, daily high 61 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then STAY OFF, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Sat 9/26, no measurable rain, daily high 66 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: STAY OFF, forecast preview, beyond the free window

Updated Sep 22, 2026, 03:34 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 20. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Kiwanis Recreation Area rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.8″ of rain, 3d ago.

CHANGED
Sun 207pm
Dried back to PRIME.
Sun 201pm
Dried back to CAUTION.
Fri 1812pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Over the tracked history, Kiwanis Recreation Area has been rideable on 7 of the last 10 days, and too wet to ride on 3. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Kiwanis Recreation Area

Kiwanis Recreation Area is a mountain bike trail network in Minneapolis & St. Cloud, MN. The soil is loam and drains well. With little tree cover, the ground gets plenty of sun and wind. The terrain averages a 0.1° slope at 787 ft and mainly faces W. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

How we check ourselves

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.

CanopyOpen 23%

Little tree cover means full sun and wind, so these trails are among the fastest to rebound after rain.

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 Kiwanis Recreation Area right now?

The current estimate for Kiwanis Recreation Area is PRIME: rideable now. Rain returns in ~4 days. 0.8″ of rain, 3d ago.

Is Kiwanis Recreation Area muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). 0.8″ of rain, 3d ago.

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

Kiwanis 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 Kiwanis Recreation Area take to dry after rain?

Kiwanis Recreation Area usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it.

Can you ride Kiwanis 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 Kiwanis Recreation Area get snow in winter?

Rarely. Kiwanis Recreation Area sits low and mild enough (around 787 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 Kiwanis Recreation Area?

Kiwanis Recreation Area sits at roughly 787 feet, faces mostly W, and averages a 0.1° grade with about 23% tree cover. It is exposed to afternoon sun, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride Kiwanis Recreation Area?

Snow rarely affects Kiwanis Recreation Area. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. The live verdict above reflects today.

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Network profile

Soil
Loamdrains well
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
23%Open
Elevation
787 ft
Average grade
0.1°
Predominant aspect
W-facing

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