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Van Peenen Park (Decorah)

Mountain bike trail conditions · Iowa 43.319° N  91.777° W   1,109 FT Verified

STAY OFF: Active damage risk

Wed 12pm Dries back to Caution.

Recent rain
1.6″ of rain, 22h ago
Today
66°Ffog or low cloud
  • Thu 9/10, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/11, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, 2.21 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Tue 9/15, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Wed 9/16, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Thu 9/17, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/18, 0.65 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Sat 9/19, 1.65 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Today, Sun 9/20, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Mon 9/21, 0.13 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Tue 9/22, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF
  • Wed 9/23, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Thu 9/24, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Fri 9/25, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then PRIME, forecast preview, beyond the free window

Updated Sep 20, 2026, 14:18 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 18. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Van Peenen Park (Decorah) rideable today?

Not right now. The live verdict is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding would damage the trail. 1.6″ of rain, 22h ago.

CHANGED
Fri 183pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Wed 168pm
Dried back to PRIME.
Wed 162pm
Dried back to CAUTION.
Over the tracked history, Van Peenen Park (Decorah) has been rideable on 5 of the last 10 days, under a caution advisory on 1, and too wet to ride on 4. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Van Peenen Park (Decorah)

Van Peenen Park (Decorah) is a mountain bike trail network in Iowa. The soil is loam and drains well. Heavy tree cover can slow drying after rain. The terrain averages a 0.6° slope at 1,109 ft and mainly faces SE. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

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How these factors affect drying

SoilLoam

Loam balances drainage with water retention, so it typically takes a day or two to dry after meaningful rain.

CanopyDense 81%

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 Van Peenen Park (Decorah) right now?

The current estimate for Van Peenen Park (Decorah) is STAY OFF: active damage risk. Expected rideable in ~3 days. No significant rain before then. 1.6″ of rain, 22h ago.

Is Van Peenen Park (Decorah) muddy right now?

Likely. The current estimate is STAY OFF: the ground is wet enough that riding could leave ruts. 1.6″ of rain, 22h ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Van Peenen Park (Decorah)?

Van Peenen Park (Decorah) sits on loam soil that drains well. Loam balances drainage with water retention, so it typically takes a day or two to dry after meaningful rain.

How long does Van Peenen Park (Decorah) take to dry after rain?

Van Peenen Park (Decorah) usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it. Heavy tree cover slows drying further.

Can you ride Van Peenen Park (Decorah) 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 Van Peenen Park (Decorah) get snow in winter?

Rarely. Van Peenen Park (Decorah) sits low and mild enough (around 1,109 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 Van Peenen Park (Decorah)?

Van Peenen Park (Decorah) sits at roughly 1,109 feet, faces mostly SE, and averages a 0.6° grade with about 81% tree cover. It is quicker to dry where it faces south, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride Van Peenen Park (Decorah)?

Snow rarely affects Van Peenen Park (Decorah). 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.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Loamdrains well
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
81%Dense
Elevation
1,109 ft
Average grade
0.6°
Predominant aspect
SE-facing

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