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Stratton Open Space

Mountain bike trail conditions · Colorado Springs, CO 38.799° N  104.864° W   6,460 FT Verified

DRY: Rideable

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
No measurable rain in the past week
Today
56°Fcloudy
  • Mon 10/26, no measurable rain, daily high 58 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: CAUTION then DRY
  • Tue 10/27, no measurable rain, daily high 69 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Wed 10/28, no measurable rain, daily high 67 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Thu 10/29, no measurable rain, daily high 63 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Fri 10/30, no measurable rain, daily high 64 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Sat 10/31, no measurable rain, daily high 62 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Sun 11/1, no measurable rain, daily high 51 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Mon 11/2, no measurable rain, daily high 51 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Tue 11/3, no measurable rain, daily high 55 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Wed 11/4, 0.19 inches of rain, daily high 56 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Today, Thu 11/5, no measurable rain, daily high 56 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Fri 11/6, no measurable rain, daily high 53 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Sat 11/7, no measurable rain, daily high 56 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Sun 11/8, no measurable rain, daily high 62 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY
  • Mon 11/9, no measurable rain, daily high 64 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Tue 11/10, no measurable rain, daily high 60 degrees Fahrenheit, modeled conditions: DRY, forecast preview, beyond the free window
Updated

Updated Thursday, November 5th, 2026 at 13:27 UTC. Verdict last changed: Thursday, November 5th. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

Modeled hourly. Closures and local conditions take priority.

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Is Stratton Open Space rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is DRY, rideable now. No measurable rain in the past week.

CHANGED
Monday, October 26th at 1am
Dried back to DRY.
Over the tracked history, Stratton Open Space has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Stratton Open Space

Stratton Open Space is a mountain bike trail network in Colorado Springs, CO. Soil data at the sampled location is classified as gravelly sandy. Open tree cover can allow more sun and wind exposure, helping drying. Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 6,460 ft, an average terrain slope of 6.4° and a predominant E-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features. Trails here include Bear Creek Trail and Ridgeway Trail. Loam models conditions across the network; individual trails and constructed surfaces can differ from these environmental inputs. Official closures and conditions on the ground take priority.

How we check ourselves

How these factors affect drying

SoilGravelly sandy

The soil data includes about 28% rock fragments. The model uses this to adjust drainage; it does not measure how quickly every trail section dries. Drying behavior is modeled from the soil classification, not measured directly on the trail.

CanopyOpen 24%

Open tree cover can allow more sunlight and wind to reach the ground. Terrain, weather and trail construction also affect drying.

TerrainModerate

Moderate terrain slope is one input to the drying model. Local drainage also depends on soil and trail construction.

FAQ

Can you ride Stratton Open Space right now?

The current estimate for Stratton Open Space is DRY: rideable. Rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. No measurable rain in the past week.

Is Stratton Open Space muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (DRY). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. No measurable rain in the past week.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Stratton Open Space?

The soil data at the sampled location is classified as gravelly sandy. This describes an environmental input, not a survey of every trail surface.

How long does Stratton Open Space take to dry after rain?

Stratton Open Space has no fixed drying time. Rainfall, soil moisture, shade and the weather that follows all matter. Check the current estimate and wait until the trail surface is firm.

Can you ride Stratton Open Space after rain?

Sandy soil can help drainage, but heavier rain, shade and the trail surface also affect recovery. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.

What does a frozen condition mean at Stratton Open Space?

FROZEN means Loam estimates snow cover or frozen ground. It does not establish that riding is allowed or that every trail is frozen. Check posted winter access rules and watch for soft ground as temperatures rise.

What trails are at Stratton Open Space?

Trails at Stratton Open Space include Chamberlain, Ladders, Bear Creek Trail, Meadows Trail and Ridgeway 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 Stratton Open Space?

Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 6,460 ft, an average terrain slope of 6.4° and a predominant E-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Gravelly sandydrainage input · modeled
Terrain
Moderateterrain slope
Tree cover
24%Open
Elevation
6,460 ft
Average grade
6.4°
Predominant aspect
E-facing

Named trails

  • Chamberlain
  • Ladders
  • Bear Creek Trail
  • Meadows Trail
  • Ridgeway Trail

This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.

Around Stratton Open Space

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