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Meadowood

Mountain bike trail conditions · Washington DC & Northern Virginia, VA 38.680° N  77.216° W   167 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Tue 4am Conditions turn Stay off.

Recent rain
No measurable rain in the past week
Today
87°Fcloudy
  • Thu 9/10, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/11, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/12, 0.45 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/15, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/16, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/17, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/18, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/19, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Today, Sun 9/20, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/21, 0.31 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Tue 9/22, 0.58 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Wed 9/23, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Thu 9/24, 0.09 inches of rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Fri 9/25, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION, forecast preview, beyond the free window

Updated Sep 20, 2026, 14:15 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 14. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Meadowood rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. No measurable rain in the past week.

CHANGED
Sun 139am
Dried back to PRIME.
Sun 133am
Dried back to CAUTION.
Sat 127pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Over the tracked history, Meadowood has been rideable on 9 of the last 10 days, and under a caution advisory on 1. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Meadowood

Meadowood is a mountain bike trail network in Washington DC & Northern Virginia, VA. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 2.5° slope at 167 ft and mainly faces SSW. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain.

How we check ourselves

How these factors affect drying

SoilSandy

Sandy, coarse soil sheds water fast. These trails are among the quickest to recover after rain.

CanopyDense 87%

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

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 Meadowood right now?

The current estimate for Meadowood is PRIME: rideable now. Rain returns in ~2 days. No measurable rain in the past week.

Is Meadowood muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. No measurable rain in the past week.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Meadowood?

Meadowood sits on sandy soil that drains fast. Sandy, coarse soil sheds water fast. These trails are among the quickest to recover after rain.

How long does Meadowood take to dry after rain?

Meadowood usually needs only a few hours to recover after light rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.

Can you ride Meadowood after rain?

Sandy soil drains quickly, though heavier rain can leave soft spots. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.

Does Meadowood get snow in winter?

Rarely. Meadowood sits low and mild enough (around 167 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 Meadowood?

Meadowood sits at roughly 167 feet, faces mostly SSW, and averages a 2.5° grade with about 87% tree cover. It is quicker to dry where it faces south, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.

When is the best time of year to ride Meadowood?

Snow rarely affects Meadowood. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. Its sunny aspect helps it come back fast after storms. The live verdict above reflects today.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Sandydrains fast
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
87%Dense
Elevation
167 ft
Average grade
2.5°
Predominant aspect
SSW-facing

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