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Is Lake Atalanta rideable today?
Rideable with judgment. The live verdict is CAUTION: the model reads the surface as marginal. 2.0″ of rain, 2d ago.
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Soil and terrain at Lake Atalanta
Lake Atalanta is a mountain bike trail network in Bentonville & NWA, AR. Soil data at the sampled location is classified as gravelly loam. Dense tree cover can reduce sun and wind exposure, slowing drying. Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 1,303 ft, an average terrain slope of 3.6° and a predominant SE-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features. Trails here include Controlled Burn, Billy Goat and Cactus. 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
SoilGravelly loam
The soil data includes about 35% rock fragments. The model uses this to adjust drainage; it does not measure how quickly every trail section dries. The model uses surveyed water-retention values, not measured trail recovery times.
CanopyDense 83%
Dense tree cover can reduce sunlight and wind at ground level, slowing drying. Its effect depends on weather and local openings.
TerrainModerate
Moderate terrain slope is one input to the drying model. Local drainage also depends on soil and trail construction.
FAQ
Can you ride Lake Atalanta right now?
The current estimate for Lake Atalanta is CAUTION: use judgment. Expected rideable in ~3 hours. No significant rain before then. 2.0″ of rain, 2d ago.
Is Lake Atalanta muddy right now?
Possibly in places. The current estimate is CAUTION. Watch for soft sections, especially in low or shaded areas. 2.0″ of rain, 2d ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Lake Atalanta?
The soil data at the sampled location is classified as gravelly loam. This describes an environmental input, not a survey of every trail surface.
How long does Lake Atalanta take to dry after rain?
Lake Atalanta 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 Lake Atalanta 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.
What does a frozen condition mean at Lake Atalanta?
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 Lake Atalanta?
Trails at Lake Atalanta include Controlled Burn, Ridgerunner, Billy Goat, Cactus and Veterans Park Loop. 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 Lake Atalanta?
Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 1,303 ft, an average terrain slope of 3.6° and a predominant SE-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Gravelly loamdrainage input
- Terrain
- Moderateterrain slope
- Tree cover
- 83%Dense
- Elevation
- 1,303 ft
- Average grade
- 3.6°
- Predominant aspect
- SE-facing
Named trails
- Controlled Burn
- Ridgerunner
- Billy Goat
- Cactus
- Veterans Park Loop
This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.