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Is Tokul rideable today?
Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.7″ of rain, 7d ago.
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Soil and terrain at Tokul
Tokul is a mountain bike trail network in Seattle & Snoqualmie, WA. The soil is gravelly loam and drains fast. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 8.4° slope at 551 ft and mainly faces NNE. Its rolling slopes drain steadily.
How these factors affect drying
SoilGravelly loam
About 26% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain loam.
CanopyDense 78%
Heavy tree cover shades the soil and blocks wind, so these trails dry slowly and can hold morning damp even after dry days.
TerrainSheds water
Water runs off this terrain rather than pooling, which helps the surface dry out after rain.
FAQ
Can you ride Tokul right now?
The current estimate for Tokul is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.7″ of rain, 7d ago.
Is Tokul muddy right now?
Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). 0.7″ of rain, 7d ago.
What is the soil and trail surface like at Tokul?
Tokul sits on gravelly loam soil that drains fast. About 26% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain loam.
How long does Tokul take to dry after rain?
Tokul usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain sheds water, which speeds drying. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.
Can you ride Tokul 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 Tokul get snow in winter?
Yes. At 551 ft, Tokul typically sees winter snow and freeze-thaw that can pause riding. Loam flags a FROZEN state when the ground is snow-covered or frozen, then clears it as things thaw and dry.
What's the terrain and elevation like at Tokul?
Tokul sits at roughly 551 feet, faces mostly NNE, and averages a 8.4° grade with about 78% tree cover. It is slower to dry where it faces north, and the rolling terrain drains steadily.
When is the best time of year to ride Tokul?
Snow can limit riding at Tokul in winter, at around 551 feet. Spring snowmelt and fall freezes can also affect conditions. Its shady aspect means it needs longer after storms than sunnier networks nearby. Check the current conditions before planning a ride.
Network profile
Network profile
- Soil
- Gravelly loamdrains fast
- Drainage
- Sheds waterdries quickly
- Tree cover
- 78%Dense
- Elevation
- 551 ft
- Average grade
- 8.4°
- Predominant aspect
- NNE-facing
Around Tokul
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