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Trail outlook
Is Stony Creek Metropark rideable today?
Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.5″ of rain, 2d ago.
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Soil and terrain at Stony Creek Metropark
Stony Creek Metropark is a mountain bike trail network in Detroit & Ann Arbor, MI. The soil is sandy and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 0.3° slope at 929 ft and mainly faces SW. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.
How these factors affect drying
SoilSandy
Sandy, coarse soil sheds water fast. These trails are among the quickest to recover after rain.
CanopyDense 87%
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 Stony Creek Metropark right now?
The current estimate for Stony Creek Metropark is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.5″ of rain, 2d ago.
Is Stony Creek Metropark muddy right now?
Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.5″ of rain, 2d ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Stony Creek Metropark?
Stony Creek Metropark sits on sandy soil that drains fast. Sandy, coarse soil sheds water fast. These trails are among the quickest to recover after rain.
How long does Stony Creek Metropark take to dry after rain?
Stony Creek Metropark usually needs only a few hours to recover after light rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.
Can you ride Stony Creek Metropark 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 Stony Creek Metropark get snow in winter?
Rarely. Stony Creek Metropark sits low and mild enough (around 929 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 Stony Creek Metropark?
Stony Creek Metropark sits at roughly 929 feet, faces mostly SW, and averages a 0.3° grade with about 87% tree cover. It is exposed to afternoon sun, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.
When is the best time of year to ride Stony Creek Metropark?
Snow rarely affects Stony Creek Metropark. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. The live verdict above reflects today.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Sandydrains fast
- Drainage
- Holds waterdries slowly
- Tree cover
- 87%Dense
- Elevation
- 929 ft
- Average grade
- 0.3°
- Predominant aspect
- SW-facing
Around Stony Creek Metropark
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