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Is Mission Creek rideable today?
Not right now. The live verdict is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding would damage the trail. 0.7″ of rain, 4h ago.
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Soil and terrain at Mission Creek
Mission Creek is a mountain bike trail network in Duluth, MN. Soil data at the sampled location is classified as sandy. Sandy soil can help drainage, while dense tree cover can slow drying by reducing sun and wind exposure. Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 883 ft, an average terrain slope of 3.7° and a predominant SW-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features. Trails here include Indigenous Land, Cathedral and Valley. 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
SoilSandy
Sandy soil generally allows water to drain readily. Rainfall, shade and trail construction also affect recovery. The model uses surveyed water-retention values, not measured trail recovery times.
CanopyDense 84%
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 Mission Creek right now?
The current estimate for Mission Creek is STAY OFF: active damage risk. Expected rideable in ~4 days. No significant rain before then. 0.7″ of rain, 4h ago.
Is Mission Creek muddy right now?
Likely. The current estimate is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding could leave ruts. Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.7″ of rain, 4h ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Mission Creek?
The soil data at the sampled location is classified as sandy. This describes an environmental input, not a survey of every trail surface.
How long does Mission Creek take to dry after rain?
Mission Creek 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 Mission Creek after rain?
Sandy soil can help drainage, but heavier rain, shade and the trail surface also affect recovery. 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 Mission Creek?
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 Mission Creek?
Trails at Mission Creek include Indigenous Land, Cathedral, Valley, Loki and St. Louis River Trail. 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 Mission Creek?
Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 883 ft, an average terrain slope of 3.7° and a predominant SW-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Sandydrainage input
- Terrain
- Moderateterrain slope
- Tree cover
- 84%Dense
- Elevation
- 883 ft
- Average grade
- 3.7°
- Predominant aspect
- SW-facing
Named trails
- Indigenous Land
- Cathedral
- Valley
- Loki
- St. Louis River Trail
This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Around Mission Creek
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