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Is Sweeney Ridge rideable today?
Yes. The live verdict is DRY, rideable now. 0.7″ of rain, 4d ago.
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Soil and terrain at Sweeney Ridge
Sweeney Ridge is a mountain bike trail network in Bay Area, CA. Soil data at the sampled location is classified as gravelly sandy. Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 1,198 ft, an average terrain slope of 3.4° and a predominant SSW-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features. Trails here include Baseball. 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 these factors affect drying
SoilGravelly sandy
The soil data includes about 35% 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.
CanopyPartial 49%
Partial tree cover suggests a mix of sun and shade. Local exposure and surface conditions can vary across the network.
TerrainModerate
Moderate terrain slope is one input to the drying model. Local drainage also depends on soil and trail construction.
FAQ
Can you ride Sweeney Ridge right now?
The current estimate for Sweeney Ridge is DRY: rideable. Rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.7″ of rain, 4d ago.
Is Sweeney Ridge muddy right now?
Loam currently estimates dry conditions (DRY). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 0.7″ of rain, 4d ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Sweeney Ridge?
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 Sweeney Ridge take to dry after rain?
Sweeney Ridge 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 Sweeney Ridge 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 Sweeney Ridge?
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 Sweeney Ridge?
Trails at Sweeney Ridge include Sweeney Ridge Trail, Sneath Lane Trail, Mori Ridge Trail, Baquiano Trail and Baseball. 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 Sweeney Ridge?
Terrain data indicates an elevation of about 1,198 ft, an average terrain slope of 3.4° and a predominant SSW-facing aspect. Terrain slope does not measure the trail tread or its drainage features.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Gravelly sandydrainage input · modeled
- Terrain
- Moderateterrain slope
- Tree cover
- 49%Partial
- Elevation
- 1,198 ft
- Average grade
- 3.4°
- Predominant aspect
- SSW-facing
Named trails
- Sweeney Ridge Trail
- Sneath Lane Trail
- Mori Ridge Trail
- Baquiano Trail
- Baseball
This is a partial trail list. The condition estimate covers the whole network. Trail names from public agency data and © OpenStreetMap contributors.