Is Mount Falcon Park rideable today?
Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.1″ of rain, 13h ago.
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Soil and terrain at Mount Falcon Park
Mount Falcon Park is a mountain bike trail network in Denver & Golden, CO. The soil is clay and holds water. With little tree cover, the ground gets plenty of sun and wind. The terrain averages a 3.5° slope at 6,014 ft and mainly faces SSE. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain. Trails here include Hayden Trail, Solterra Trail and Indiana St Trail.
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. The soil type here is classified, but the exact drying speed is modeled from that classification rather than measured directly at this spot.
CanopyOpen 20%
Little tree cover means full sun and wind, so these trails are among the fastest to rebound after rain.
TerrainModerate
Terrain here drains at a moderate pace. It neither sheds nor holds water strongly.
FAQ
Can you ride Mount Falcon Park right now?
The current estimate for Mount Falcon Park is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.1″ of rain, 13h ago.
Is Mount Falcon Park muddy right now?
Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Clay soil can stay wet for several days. 0.1″ of rain, 13h ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Mount Falcon Park?
Mount Falcon Park 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. The soil type here is classified, but the exact drying speed is modeled from that classification rather than measured directly at this spot.
How long does Mount Falcon Park take to dry after rain?
Mount Falcon Park can need several days to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain drains at a moderate pace.
Can you ride Mount Falcon Park 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 Mount Falcon Park get snow in winter?
Yes. At 6,014 ft, Mount Falcon Park 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 Mount Falcon Park?
Trails at Mount Falcon Park include Green Mountain, Rooney Valley Trail, Hayden Trail, Solterra Trail and Indiana St 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 Mount Falcon Park?
Mount Falcon Park sits at roughly 6,014 feet, faces mostly SSE, and averages a 3.5° grade with about 20% 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 Mount Falcon Park?
Snow can limit riding at Mount Falcon Park in winter, at around 6,014 feet. Spring snowmelt and fall freezes can also affect conditions. Its sunny aspect helps it come back fast after storms. Check the current conditions before planning a ride.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Clayholds water · modeled
- Drainage
- Moderateeven drying
- Tree cover
- 20%Open
- Elevation
- 6,014 ft
- Average grade
- 3.5°
- Predominant aspect
- SSE-facing
Named trails
- Green Mountain
- Rooney Valley Trail
- Hayden Trail
- Solterra Trail
- Indiana St Trail
This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.