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Mount Kato

Mountain bike trail conditions · Minneapolis & St. Cloud, MN 44.131° N  94.036° W   994 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Fri 25 Conditions turn Caution.

Recent rain
1.3″ of rain, 3d ago
Today
59°Flight rain
  • Fri 9/11, no measurable rain, daily high 85 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, daily high 73 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, daily high 70 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, 0.56 inches of rain, daily high 61 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Tue 9/15, no measurable rain, daily high 69 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: CAUTION then PRIME
  • Wed 9/16, 0.06 inches of rain, daily high 74 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/17, no measurable rain, daily high 68 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/18, 1.39 inches of rain, daily high 64 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Sat 9/19, no measurable rain, daily high 61 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Sun 9/20, no measurable rain, daily high 66 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Today, Mon 9/21, 0.06 inches of rain, daily high 59 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/22, no measurable rain, daily high 62 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/23, no measurable rain, daily high 63 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/24, 0.07 inches of rain, daily high 65 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/25, 0.72 inches of rain, daily high 61 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then STAY OFF, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Sat 9/26, no measurable rain, daily high 65 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION, forecast preview, beyond the free window

Updated Sep 22, 2026, 03:43 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 20. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Mount Kato rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 1.3″ of rain, 3d ago.

CHANGED
Sat 1910pm
Dried back to CAUTION.
Fri 1812pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Tue 151am
Dried back to CAUTION.
Over the tracked history, Mount Kato has been rideable on 8 of the last 10 days, and too wet to ride on 2. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Mount Kato

Mount Kato is a mountain bike trail network in Minneapolis & St. Cloud, MN. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 3.9° slope at 994 ft and mainly faces NW. 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. The soil type here is classified, but the exact drying speed is modeled from that classification rather than measured directly at this spot.

CanopyDense 79%

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

TerrainModerate

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

FAQ

Can you ride Mount Kato right now?

The current estimate for Mount Kato is PRIME: rideable now. Rain returns in ~4 days. 1.3″ of rain, 3d ago.

Is Mount Kato muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 1.3″ of rain, 3d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Mount Kato?

Mount Kato sits on sandy soil that drains fast. Sandy, coarse soil sheds water fast. These trails are among the quickest to recover after rain. 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 Kato take to dry after rain?

Mount Kato usually needs only a few hours to recover after light rain. Its terrain drains at a moderate pace. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.

Can you ride Mount Kato 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 Mount Kato get snow in winter?

Rarely. Mount Kato sits low and mild enough (around 994 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 Mount Kato?

Mount Kato sits at roughly 994 feet, faces mostly NW, and averages a 3.9° grade with about 79% tree cover. It is exposed to afternoon sun, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.

When is the best time of year to ride Mount Kato?

Snow rarely affects Mount Kato. 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 · modeled
Drainage
Moderateeven drying
Tree cover
79%Dense
Elevation
994 ft
Average grade
3.9°
Predominant aspect
NW-facing

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