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Pisgah Ranger District

Mountain bike trail conditions · Pisgah & Brevard, NC 35.300° N  82.726° W   2,933 FT Verified

STAY OFF: Active damage risk

Friday, November 6th at 4am Dries back to Caution.

Recent rain
1.7″ of rain, 1h ago
Today
67°Fheavy rain
  • Mon 10/26, no measurable rain, daily high 67 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Tue 10/27, no measurable rain, daily high 67 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Wed 10/28, no measurable rain, daily high 64 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Thu 10/29, no measurable rain, daily high 68 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Fri 10/30, no measurable rain, daily high 75 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Sat 10/31, no measurable rain, daily high 60 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Sun 11/1, 0.27 inches of rain, daily high 56 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY then CAUTION then DRY
  • Mon 11/2, no measurable rain, daily high 61 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Tue 11/3, no measurable rain, daily high 63 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Wed 11/4, 0.97 inches of rain, daily high 61 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY then STAY OFF
  • Today, Thu 11/5, 0.71 inches of rain, daily high 67 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Fri 11/6, no measurable rain, daily high 63 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Sat 11/7, no measurable rain, daily high 61 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: CAUTION
  • Sun 11/8, no measurable rain, daily high 61 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: CAUTION
  • Mon 11/9, no measurable rain, daily high 68 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: CAUTION, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Tue 11/10, no measurable rain, daily high 63 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: CAUTION, forecast preview, beyond the free window
Updated

Updated Thursday, November 5th, 2026 at 12:48 UTC. Verdict last changed: Thursday, November 5th. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

Modeled hourly. Closures and local conditions take priority.

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Is Pisgah Ranger District rideable today?

Not right now. The live verdict is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding would damage the trail. 1.7″ of rain, 1h ago.

CHANGED
Wednesday, November 4th at 2pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Sunday, November 1st at 10am
Dried back to DRY.
Sunday, November 1st at 4am
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to CAUTION.
Over the tracked history, Pisgah Ranger District has been rideable on 9 of the last 10 days, and too wet to ride on 1. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Pisgah Ranger District

Pisgah Ranger District is a mountain bike trail network in Pisgah & Brevard, NC. 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 2,933 ft, an average terrain slope of 7° and a predominant S-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features. Trails here include Maxwell Cove. 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 we check ourselves

How these factors affect drying

SoilGravelly sandy

The soil data includes about 16% 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 95%

Dense tree cover can reduce sunlight and wind at ground level, slowing drying. Its effect depends on weather and local openings.

TerrainSteep

Steeper terrain can encourage runoff. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features.

FAQ

Can you ride Pisgah Ranger District right now?

The current estimate for Pisgah Ranger District is STAY OFF: active damage risk. Expected rideable in ~1 day. No significant rain before then. 1.7″ of rain, 1h ago.

Is Pisgah Ranger District 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. 1.7″ of rain, 1h ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Pisgah Ranger District?

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 Pisgah Ranger District take to dry after rain?

Pisgah Ranger District 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 Pisgah Ranger District 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 Pisgah Ranger District?

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 Pisgah Ranger District?

Trails at Pisgah Ranger District include Black Mountain Trail, Bennet Gap, Perry Cove, Maxwell Cove and Coon Tree Loop. 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 Pisgah Ranger District?

Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 2,933 ft, an average terrain slope of 7° and a predominant S-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Gravelly sandydrainage input · modeled
Terrain
Steepterrain slope
Tree cover
95%Dense
Elevation
2,933 ft
Average grade
7°
Predominant aspect
S-facing

Named trails

  • Black Mountain Trail
  • Bennet Gap
  • Perry Cove
  • Maxwell Cove
  • Coon Tree Loop

This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.

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