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Is Piedmont rideable today?
Not right now. The live verdict is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding would damage the trail. 0.9″ of rain, 4h ago.
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Soil and terrain at Piedmont
Piedmont is a mountain bike trail network in Duluth, MN. Soil data at the sampled location is classified as gravelly sandy. Sandy soil can help drainage, while dense tree cover can slow drying by reducing sun and wind exposure. Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 1,227 ft, an average terrain slope of 4.4° and a predominant ESE-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features. Trails here include Burner of Stovetop, Home Brew and Kissing Booth. Loam models conditions across the network; individual trails and constructed surfaces can differ from these environmental inputs. Official closures and conditions on the ground take priority.
How these factors affect drying
SoilGravelly sandy
The soil data includes about 18% rock fragments. The model uses this to adjust drainage; it does not measure how quickly every trail section dries. Drying behavior is modeled from the soil classification, not measured directly on the trail.
CanopyDense 77%
Dense tree cover can reduce sunlight and wind at ground level, slowing drying. Its effect depends on weather and local openings.
TerrainModerate
Moderate terrain slope is one input to the drying model. Local drainage also depends on soil and trail construction.
FAQ
Can you ride Piedmont right now?
The current estimate for Piedmont is STAY OFF: active damage risk. Expected rideable in ~2 days. No significant rain before then. 0.9″ of rain, 4h ago.
Is Piedmont muddy right now?
Likely. The current estimate is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding could leave ruts. Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.9″ of rain, 4h ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Piedmont?
The soil data at the sampled location is classified as gravelly sandy. This describes an environmental input, not a survey of every trail surface.
How long does Piedmont take to dry after rain?
Piedmont has no fixed drying time. Rainfall, soil moisture, shade and the weather that follows all matter. Check the current estimate and wait until the trail surface is firm.
Can you ride Piedmont after rain?
Sandy soil can help drainage, but heavier rain, shade and the trail surface also affect recovery. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.
What does a frozen condition mean at Piedmont?
FROZEN means Loam estimates snow cover or frozen ground. It does not establish that riding is allowed or that every trail is frozen. Check posted winter access rules and watch for soft ground as temperatures rise.
What trails are at Piedmont?
Trails at Piedmont include Burner of Stovetop, Home Brew, Kissing Booth, Merritt Creek and Foxx Rocks. 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 Piedmont?
Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 1,227 ft, an average terrain slope of 4.4° and a predominant ESE-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Gravelly sandydrainage input · modeled
- Terrain
- Moderateterrain slope
- Tree cover
- 77%Dense
- Elevation
- 1,227 ft
- Average grade
- 4.4°
- Predominant aspect
- ESE-facing
Named trails
- Burner of Stovetop
- Home Brew
- Kissing Booth
- Merritt Creek
- Foxx Rocks
This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Around Piedmont
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