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Is Lester Park rideable today?
Not right now. The live verdict is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding would damage the trail. 2.1″ of rain, 10h ago.
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Soil and terrain at Lester Park
Lester Park is a mountain bike trail network in Duluth, MN. Soil data at the sampled location is classified as loam. Dense tree cover can reduce sun and wind exposure, slowing drying. Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 814 ft, an average terrain slope of 2.7° and a predominant SE-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features. Trails here include Amity, Snively Trail and Lester River Trail (Duluth Traverse). 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
SoilLoam
Loam combines drainage with water retention. Soil type alone does not establish how long this network takes to dry. The model uses surveyed water-retention values, not measured trail recovery times.
CanopyDense 78%
Dense tree cover can reduce sunlight and wind at ground level, slowing drying. Its effect depends on weather and local openings.
TerrainGentle
Gentle terrain can allow water to linger, but slope alone does not establish whether water pools on a trail.
FAQ
Can you ride Lester Park right now?
The current estimate for Lester Park is STAY OFF: active damage risk. Expected rideable in ~8 days. No significant rain before then. 2.1″ of rain, 10h ago.
Is Lester Park muddy right now?
Likely. The current estimate is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding could leave ruts. 2.1″ of rain, 10h ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Lester Park?
The soil data at the sampled location is classified as loam. This describes an environmental input, not a survey of every trail surface.
How long does Lester Park take to dry after rain?
Lester Park 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 Lester Park 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 Lester Park?
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 Lester Park?
Trails at Lester Park include Amity, Snively Trail, Lester River Trail (Duluth Traverse) and ! Rocks. 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 Lester Park?
Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 814 ft, an average terrain slope of 2.7° and a predominant SE-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Loamdrainage input
- Terrain
- Gentleterrain slope
- Tree cover
- 78%Dense
- Elevation
- 814 ft
- Average grade
- 2.7°
- Predominant aspect
- SE-facing
Named trails
- Amity
- Snively Trail
- Lester River Trail (Duluth Traverse)
- ! Rocks
This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Around Lester Park
Trail stewards
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