Soquel Demonstration Forest

The current estimate for Soquel Demonstration Forest is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. No measurable rain in the past week.

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). No measurable rain in the past week.

Soquel Demonstration Forest sits on loam soil that drains well. Loam balances drainage with water retention, so it typically takes a day or two to dry after meaningful rain.

Soquel Demonstration Forest usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain sheds water, which speeds drying. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.

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.

Rarely. Soquel Demonstration Forest sits low and mild enough (around 1,536 ft) that snow seldom affects riding; conditions are driven by rain and drying. Loam still flags FROZEN on the rare freeze.

Trails at Soquel Demonstration Forest include Ridge Trail, Hihns Sulphur Spring Road, Braille Trail, Tractor Trail and Sawpit Trail. This is a partial list. The condition estimate covers the whole network, so individual trails may differ.

Soquel Demonstration Forest sits at roughly 1,536 feet, faces mostly NNW, and averages a 11.7° grade with about 84% tree cover. It is slower to dry where it faces north, and the rolling terrain drains steadily.

Snow rarely affects Soquel Demonstration Forest. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. Its shady aspect means it needs longer after storms than sunnier networks nearby. The live verdict above reflects today.