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Mosquito Creek Trails

Mountain bike trail conditions · Grand Rapids, MI 43.291° N  86.031° W   712 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
1.1″ of rain, 1d ago
Today
65°Ffog or low cloud
  • 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
  • Tue 9/15, 0.20 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Wed 9/16, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/17, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/18, 0.20 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION
  • Sat 9/19, 0.91 inches of rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Today, Sun 9/20, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then PRIME
  • Mon 9/21, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/22, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/23, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/24, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: 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, 13:49 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 20. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Mosquito Creek Trails rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 1.1″ of rain, 1d ago.

CHANGED
Sun 208am
Dried back to PRIME.
Sun 202am
Dried back to CAUTION.
Sat 1910am
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Over the tracked history, Mosquito Creek Trails has been rideable on 9 of the last 10 days, and too wet to ride on 1. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Mosquito Creek Trails

Mosquito Creek Trails is a mountain bike trail network in Grand Rapids, MI. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 0.9° slope at 712 ft and mainly faces ESE. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

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How these factors affect drying

SoilSandy

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

CanopyDense 80%

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 Mosquito Creek Trails right now?

The current estimate for Mosquito Creek Trails is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 1.1″ of rain, 1d ago.

Is Mosquito Creek Trails muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 1.1″ of rain, 1d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Mosquito Creek Trails?

Mosquito Creek Trails 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 Mosquito Creek Trails take to dry after rain?

Mosquito Creek Trails 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 Mosquito Creek Trails 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 Mosquito Creek Trails get snow in winter?

Rarely. Mosquito Creek Trails sits low and mild enough (around 712 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 Mosquito Creek Trails?

Mosquito Creek Trails sits at roughly 712 feet, faces mostly ESE, and averages a 0.9° grade with about 80% tree cover. It is exposed to morning sun, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride Mosquito Creek Trails?

Snow rarely affects Mosquito Creek Trails. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. The live verdict above reflects today.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Sandydrains fast
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
80%Dense
Elevation
712 ft
Average grade
0.9°
Predominant aspect
ESE-facing

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