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Trail outlook
Is Solitude Bike Park rideable today?
Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.3″ of rain, 5d ago.
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Soil and terrain at Solitude Bike Park
Solitude Bike Park is a mountain bike trail network in Salt Lake City, UT. The soil is gravelly loam and drains fast. The terrain averages a 2.6° slope at 8,124 ft and mainly faces N. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain. Trails here include Silver Fork Trail, Alta-Brighton Trail and GWT Guardsman TO Sunset Pass.
How these factors affect drying
SoilGravelly loam
About 20% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain loam.
CanopyPartial 56%
A mix of sun and shade. Conditions vary across the network, with open sections drying faster than covered ones.
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 Solitude Bike Park right now?
The current estimate for Solitude Bike Park is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.3″ of rain, 5d ago.
Is Solitude Bike Park muddy right now?
Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). 0.3″ of rain, 5d ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Solitude Bike Park?
Solitude Bike Park sits on gravelly loam soil that drains fast. About 20% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain loam.
How long does Solitude Bike Park take to dry after rain?
Solitude Bike Park usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it.
Can you ride Solitude Bike Park after rain?
Drying time depends on how much rain fell and the weather that follows. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.
Does Solitude Bike Park get snow in winter?
Yes. At 8,124 ft, Solitude Bike Park 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 Solitude Bike Park?
Trails at Solitude Bike Park include Silver Fork Trail, Alta-Brighton Trail, GWT Guardsman TO Sunset Pass, Kruzr Trail and Mother Lode Trail. 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 Solitude Bike Park?
Solitude Bike Park sits at roughly 8,124 feet, faces mostly N, and averages a 2.6° grade with about 56% 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 Solitude Bike Park?
Snow can limit riding at Solitude Bike Park in winter, at around 8,124 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 loamdrains fast
- Drainage
- Holds waterdries slowly
- Tree cover
- 56%Partial
- Elevation
- 8,124 ft
- Average grade
- 2.6°
- Predominant aspect
- N-facing
Named trails
- Silver Fork Trail
- Alta-Brighton Trail
- GWT Guardsman TO Sunset Pass
- Kruzr Trail
- Mother Lode Trail
This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Around Solitude Bike Park
Trail stewards
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