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Oak Openings Preserve

Mountain bike trail conditions · Ohio 41.558° N  83.873° W   682 FT Verified

CAUTION: Use judgment

Mon 6am Conditions turn Stay off.

Recent rain
0.7″ of rain, in the last hour
Today
66°Frain
  • 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, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/16, 0.66 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Thu 9/17, 0.40 inches of rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then PRIME then STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Fri 9/18, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/19, 1.07 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then STAY OFF
  • Today, Sun 9/20, 0.43 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Mon 9/21, 0.57 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Tue 9/22, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION
  • Wed 9/23, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION
  • Thu 9/24, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Fri 9/25, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION, forecast preview, beyond the free window

Updated Sep 20, 2026, 13:49 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 19. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Oak Openings Preserve rideable today?

Rideable with judgment. The live verdict is CAUTION: the model reads the surface as marginal. 0.7″ of rain, in the last hour.

CHANGED
Sun 209am
Dried back to CAUTION.
Sat 195pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Sat 1912pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to CAUTION.
Over the tracked history, Oak Openings Preserve has been rideable on 6 of the last 10 days, under a caution advisory on 3, and too wet to ride on 1. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Oak Openings Preserve

Oak Openings Preserve is a mountain bike trail network in Ohio. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 0.6° slope at 682 ft and mainly faces N. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

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.

CanopyDense 83%

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 Oak Openings Preserve right now?

The current estimate for Oak Openings Preserve is CAUTION: use judgment. Expected rideable in ~3 hours. No significant rain before then. 0.7″ of rain, in the last hour.

Is Oak Openings Preserve muddy right now?

Possibly in places. The current estimate is CAUTION. Watch for soft sections, especially in low or shaded areas. Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.7″ of rain, in the last hour.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Oak Openings Preserve?

Oak Openings Preserve 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 Oak Openings Preserve take to dry after rain?

Oak Openings Preserve 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 Oak Openings Preserve 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 Oak Openings Preserve get snow in winter?

Rarely. Oak Openings Preserve sits low and mild enough (around 682 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 Oak Openings Preserve?

Oak Openings Preserve sits at roughly 682 feet, faces mostly N, and averages a 0.6° grade with about 83% tree cover. It is slower to dry where it faces north, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride Oak Openings Preserve?

Snow rarely affects Oak Openings Preserve. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. Its shady aspect means it needs longer after storms than sunnier networks nearby. The live verdict above reflects today.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Sandydrains fast
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
83%Dense
Elevation
682 ft
Average grade
0.6°
Predominant aspect
N-facing

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