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Monument Preserve

Mountain bike trail conditions · Colorado Springs, CO 39.091° N  104.912° W   7,369 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Mon 5am Conditions turn Caution.

Recent rain
0.1″ of rain, 2d ago
Today
72°Flight rain
  • Thu 9/10, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/11, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then DUSTY
  • Tue 9/15, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY
  • Wed 9/16, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY then PRIME
  • Thu 9/17, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/18, 0.14 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Sat 9/19, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Today, Sun 9/20, 0.10 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION
  • Mon 9/21, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then PRIME
  • Tue 9/22, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/23, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/24, 0.35 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then PRIME, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Fri 9/25, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME, forecast preview, beyond the free window

Updated Sep 20, 2026, 13:53 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 17. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Monument Preserve rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.1″ of rain, 2d ago.

CHANGED
Sat 1912am
Dried back to PRIME.
Fri 1811pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to CAUTION.
Over the tracked history, Monument Preserve has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days (very dry and dusty on 3 of them). Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Monument Preserve

Monument Preserve is a mountain bike trail network in Colorado Springs, CO. The soil here is organic. The terrain averages a 4.4° slope at 7,369 ft and mainly faces E. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain. Trails here include I-A Fitness Trail, Flow Dog and Raspberry Mountain Trail.

How we check ourselves

How these factors affect drying

SoilOrganic soil

The soil survey describes organic material at this spot, not a mineral soil texture. Without measured water-retention values, the drying model uses a middle estimate for retention. Drying time is less certain; this label alone does not tell you how quickly the trail will dry.

CanopyPartial 29%

A mix of sun and shade. Conditions vary across the network, with open sections drying faster than covered ones.

TerrainModerate

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

FAQ

Can you ride Monument Preserve right now?

The current estimate for Monument Preserve is PRIME: rideable now. Rain returns in ~4 days. 0.1″ of rain, 2d ago.

Is Monument Preserve muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). 0.1″ of rain, 2d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Monument Preserve?

Monument Preserve has organic soil. The soil survey describes organic material at this spot, not a mineral soil texture. Without measured water-retention values, the drying model uses a middle estimate for retention. Drying time is less certain; this label alone does not tell you how quickly the trail will dry.

How long does Monument Preserve take to dry after rain?

Monument Preserve has organic soil with no fixed drying time; check the live verdict for the current estimate. Its terrain drains at a moderate pace.

Can you ride Monument Preserve after rain?

Wait until the surface is firm and respect any posted closures. Organic soil alone does not tell you how soon that will be. Check the live verdict for the current drying estimate.

Does Monument Preserve get snow in winter?

Yes. At 7,369 ft, Monument Preserve typically sees winter snow and freeze-thaw that can pause riding. Loam flags a FROZEN state when the ground is snow-covered or frozen, then clears it as things thaw and dry.

What trails are at Monument Preserve?

Trails at Monument Preserve include Monument Trail, Mount Herman Trail, I-A Fitness Trail, Flow Dog and Raspberry Mountain 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 Monument Preserve?

Monument Preserve sits at roughly 7,369 feet, faces mostly E, and averages a 4.4° grade with about 29% tree cover. It is exposed to morning sun, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.

When is the best time of year to ride Monument Preserve?

Snow can limit riding at Monument Preserve in winter, at around 7,369 feet. Spring snowmelt and fall freezes can also affect conditions. Check the current conditions before planning a ride.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Organic soilretention estimate · modeled
Drainage
Moderateeven drying
Tree cover
29%Partial
Elevation
7,369 ft
Average grade
4.4°
Predominant aspect
E-facing

Named trails

  • Monument Trail
  • Mount Herman Trail
  • I-A Fitness Trail
  • Flow Dog
  • Raspberry Mountain Trail

This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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