Is Phil's Trail rideable today?
Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.1″ of rain, 8d ago.
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Soil and terrain at Phil's Trail
Phil's Trail is a mountain bike trail network in Bend, OR. The soil here is organic. The terrain averages a 3.1° slope at 3,983 ft and mainly faces NNW. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain. Trails here include KGB, Marvin's Garden and Kent's Trail.
How these factors affect drying
SoilOrganic soil
The soil survey describes organic material at this spot, not a mineral soil texture. The drying model uses surveyed water-retention values. Organic soils vary in how they drain, so this label alone does not tell you how quickly the trail will dry.
CanopyPartial 53%
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 Phil's Trail right now?
The current estimate for Phil's Trail is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.1″ of rain, 8d ago.
Is Phil's Trail muddy right now?
Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). 0.1″ of rain, 8d ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Phil's Trail?
Phil's Trail has organic soil. The soil survey describes organic material at this spot, not a mineral soil texture. The drying model uses surveyed water-retention values. Organic soils vary in how they drain, so this label alone does not tell you how quickly the trail will dry.
How long does Phil's Trail take to dry after rain?
Phil's Trail 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 Phil's Trail 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 Phil's Trail get snow in winter?
Yes. At 3,983 ft, Phil's Trail 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 Phil's Trail?
Trails at Phil's Trail include KGB, Marvin's Garden, Kent's Trail, Ben's Trail and MTB. 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 Phil's Trail?
Phil's Trail sits at roughly 3,983 feet, faces mostly NNW, and averages a 3.1° grade with about 53% tree cover. It is slower to dry where it faces north, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.
When is the best time of year to ride Phil's Trail?
Snow can limit riding at Phil's Trail in winter, at around 3,983 feet. Spring snowmelt and fall freezes can also affect conditions. Its shady aspect means it needs longer after storms than sunnier networks nearby. Check the current conditions before planning a ride.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Organic soilsurveyed retention
- Drainage
- Moderateeven drying
- Tree cover
- 53%Partial
- Elevation
- 3,983 ft
- Average grade
- 3.1°
- Predominant aspect
- NNW-facing
Named trails
- KGB
- Marvin's Garden
- Kent's Trail
- Ben's Trail
- MTB
This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Around Phil's Trail
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