Is Sweeney Ridge rideable today?
Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. No measurable rain in the past week.
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Soil and terrain at Sweeney Ridge
Sweeney Ridge is a mountain bike trail network in Bay Area, CA. The soil is gravelly sandy and drains fast. The terrain averages a 3.4° slope at 1,198 ft and mainly faces SSW. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain. Trails here include Baseball.
How these factors affect drying
SoilGravelly sandy
About 35% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain sandy. The soil type here is classified, but the exact drying speed is modeled from that classification rather than measured directly at this spot.
CanopyPartial 49%
A mix of sun and shade. Conditions vary across the network, with open sections drying faster than covered ones.
TerrainModerate
Terrain here drains at a moderate pace. It neither sheds nor holds water strongly.
FAQ
Can you ride Sweeney Ridge right now?
The current estimate for Sweeney Ridge is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. No measurable rain in the past week.
Is Sweeney Ridge muddy right now?
Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. No measurable rain in the past week.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Sweeney Ridge?
Sweeney Ridge sits on gravelly sandy soil that drains fast. About 35% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain sandy. The soil type here is classified, but the exact drying speed is modeled from that classification rather than measured directly at this spot.
How long does Sweeney Ridge take to dry after rain?
Sweeney Ridge usually needs only a few hours to recover after light rain. Its terrain drains at a moderate pace.
Can you ride Sweeney Ridge 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 Sweeney Ridge get snow in winter?
Rarely. Sweeney Ridge sits low and mild enough (around 1,198 ft) that snow seldom affects riding; conditions are driven by rain and drying. Loam still flags FROZEN on the rare freeze.
What trails are at Sweeney Ridge?
Trails at Sweeney Ridge include Sneath Lane Trail, Sweeney Ridge 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?
Sweeney Ridge sits at roughly 1,198 feet, faces mostly SSW, and averages a 3.4° grade with about 49% tree cover. It is quicker to dry where it faces south, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.
When is the best time of year to ride Sweeney Ridge?
Snow rarely affects Sweeney Ridge. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. Its sunny aspect helps it come back fast after storms. The live verdict above reflects today.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Gravelly sandydrains fast · modeled
- Drainage
- Moderateeven drying
- Tree cover
- 49%Partial
- Elevation
- 1,198 ft
- Average grade
- 3.4°
- Predominant aspect
- SSW-facing
Named trails
- Sneath Lane Trail
- Sweeney Ridge 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.