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Trail outlook
Is Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin rideable today?
Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. No measurable rain in the past week.
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Soil and terrain at Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin
Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin is a mountain bike trail network in Lost Sierra, CA. The soil is gravelly sandy and drains fast. The terrain averages a 6.7° slope at 7,064 ft and mainly faces N. Its rolling slopes drain steadily.
How these factors affect drying
SoilGravelly sandy
About 29% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain sandy. The soil type here is classified, but the exact drying speed is modeled from that classification rather than measured directly at this spot.
CanopyPartial 43%
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 Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin right now?
The current estimate for Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. No measurable rain in the past week.
Is Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin muddy right now?
Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. No measurable rain in the past week.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin?
Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin sits on gravelly sandy soil that drains fast. About 29% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain sandy. 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 Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin take to dry after rain?
Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin usually needs only a few hours to recover after light rain. Its terrain drains at a moderate pace.
Can you ride Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin 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 Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin get snow in winter?
Yes. At 7,064 ft, Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin 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's the terrain and elevation like at Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin?
Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin sits at roughly 7,064 feet, faces mostly N, and averages a 6.7° grade with about 43% tree cover. It is slower to dry where it faces north, and the rolling terrain drains steadily.
When is the best time of year to ride Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin?
Snow can limit riding at Sierra Buttes / Lakes Basin in winter, at around 7,064 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
- Gravelly sandydrains fast · modeled
- Drainage
- Moderateeven drying
- Tree cover
- 43%Partial
- Elevation
- 7,064 ft
- Average grade
- 6.7°
- Predominant aspect
- N-facing