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McDonald Forest

Mountain bike trail conditions · Oakridge, OR 44.623° N  123.310° W   1,585 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Rain returns in ~2 days.

Recent rain
0.2″ of rain, 4d ago
Next rain
~2d
Today
78°Fcloudy

Updated Sep 10, 2026, 22:52 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 5. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Trail outlook

Is McDonald Forest rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.2″ of rain, 4d ago.

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FORECAST
CAUTION 7d 2026-09-03: 0.90 inches of rain, representative trail outlook CAUTION
STAY OFF 6d 2026-09-04: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook STAY OFF
PRIME 5d 2026-09-05: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 4d 2026-09-06: 0.20 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 3d 2026-09-07: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 2d 2026-09-08: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 1d 2026-09-09: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
78° PRIME Today 2026-09-10: 0.00 inches of rain, Cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
60° PRIME FRI 2026-09-11: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
61° CAUTION SAT 2026-09-12: 0.60 inches of forecast rain, Heavy rain, representative trail outlook CAUTION
63° PRIME SUN 2026-09-13: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Overcast, representative trail outlook PRIME
66° PRIME MON 2026-09-14: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Partly cloudy, representative trail outlook PRIME
Modeled rain Forecast rain Above soft threshold (0.5″)
Over the tracked history, McDonald Forest has been rideable on 7 of the last 10 days, under a caution advisory on 2, and too wet to ride on 1. Each daily marker shows the expected daytime condition. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at McDonald Forest

McDonald Forest is a mountain bike trail network in Oakridge, OR. The soil is clay and holds water. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 5.8° slope at 1,585 ft and mainly faces E. Its rolling slopes drain steadily.

How we check ourselves

How these factors affect drying

SoilClay

Dense clay holds moisture and stays slick the longest. It needs the most drying time before it’s worth riding.

CanopyDense 83%

Heavy tree cover shades the soil and blocks wind, so these trails dry slowly and can hold morning damp even after dry days.

TerrainModerate

Terrain here drains at a moderate pace. It neither sheds nor holds water strongly.

FAQ

Can you ride McDonald Forest right now?

The current estimate for McDonald Forest is PRIME: rideable now. Rain returns in ~2 days. 0.2″ of rain, 4d ago.

Is McDonald Forest muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Clay soil can stay wet for several days. 0.2″ of rain, 4d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at McDonald Forest?

McDonald Forest sits on clay soil that holds water. Dense clay holds moisture and stays slick the longest. It needs the most drying time before it’s worth riding.

How long does McDonald Forest take to dry after rain?

McDonald Forest can need several days to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain drains at a moderate pace. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.

Can you ride McDonald Forest after rain?

Clay soil needs time to dry. Riding it wet can leave lasting ruts. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.

Does McDonald Forest get snow in winter?

Occasionally. Cold snaps can bring snow or a hard freeze to McDonald Forest (around 1,585 ft), but it rarely lasts. Loam flags a FROZEN state when it happens and clears it once the trail thaws.

What's the terrain and elevation like at McDonald Forest?

McDonald Forest sits at roughly 1,585 feet, faces mostly E, and averages a 5.8° grade with about 83% tree cover. It is exposed to morning sun, and the rolling terrain drains steadily.

When is the best time of year to ride McDonald Forest?

McDonald Forest usually has little snow, though winter cold snaps can interrupt riding. Recent rain and drying time matter throughout the year. Check the live verdict the morning you want to ride.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Clayholds water
Drainage
Moderateeven drying
Tree cover
83%Dense
Elevation
1,585 ft
Average grade
5.8°
Predominant aspect
E-facing

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