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Trail outlook
Is Stillwell Woods rideable today?
Rideable with judgment. The live verdict is CAUTION: the model reads the surface as marginal. 1.4″ of rain, 1d ago.
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Soil and terrain at Stillwell Woods
Stillwell Woods is a mountain bike trail network in Lower Hudson Valley, NY. The soil is loam and drains well. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 0.2° slope at 220 ft and mainly faces NE. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.
How these factors affect drying
SoilLoam
Loam balances drainage with water retention, so it typically takes a day or two to dry after meaningful rain.
CanopyDense 86%
Heavy tree cover shades the soil and blocks wind, so these trails dry slowly and can hold morning damp even after dry days.
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 Stillwell Woods right now?
The current estimate for Stillwell Woods is CAUTION: use judgment. Expected rideable in ~4 hours. No significant rain before then. 1.4″ of rain, 1d ago.
Is Stillwell Woods muddy right now?
Possibly in places. The current estimate is CAUTION. Watch for soft sections, especially in low or shaded areas. 1.4″ of rain, 1d ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Stillwell Woods?
Stillwell Woods 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.
How long does Stillwell Woods take to dry after rain?
Stillwell Woods usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.
Can you ride Stillwell Woods 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 Stillwell Woods get snow in winter?
Rarely. Stillwell Woods sits low and mild enough (around 220 ft) that snow seldom affects riding; conditions are driven by rain and drying. Loam still flags FROZEN on the rare freeze.
What's the terrain and elevation like at Stillwell Woods?
Stillwell Woods sits at roughly 220 feet, faces mostly NE, and averages a 0.2° grade with about 86% tree cover. It is exposed to morning sun, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.
When is the best time of year to ride Stillwell Woods?
Snow rarely affects Stillwell Woods. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. The live verdict above reflects today.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Loamdrains well
- Drainage
- Holds waterdries slowly
- Tree cover
- 86%Dense
- Elevation
- 220 ft
- Average grade
- 0.2°
- Predominant aspect
- NE-facing