Laramie & Pole Mountain Mountain Bike Trail Conditions
Laramie and the Pole Mountain area pack a surprising amount of riding into the Laramie Range. The new Pilot Hill network, the Happy Jack trails, and Curt Gowdy State Park flow over decomposed granite that sheds water fast and rides through much of the season. At over 7,000 feet it is a true summer and shoulder-season hub between Laramie and Cheyenne.
139 featured mountain bike trailselevation 6,827–8,937 ft
Is it muddy in Laramie & Pole Mountain right now?
Right now about 100 of 138 featured Laramie & Pole Mountain trails are riding well. Conditions change daily with rain and snowmelt, so the list below shows the live read for each trail, and the chart shows which day ahead is your best bet.
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Best time of year to ride Laramie & Pole Mountain
Typical riding conditions by month, blending heat and trail conditions from 10 years of local climate data — so you can plan a trip for the right window.
The best time to ride Laramie & Pole Mountain is June through October, when daytime highs sit in the 49–74°F range and the dirt is typically dry. The high country is usually snowbound January through May and November through December. Planning a trip? Those are your safest bets — and for this week, the live forecast below shows exactly which days are riding well (right now 100 of 138 featured trails are good to go).
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Bar height = our ride-friendliness score for a typical year; colour = the main limiting factor; the number under each month is the average daytime high. Based on 2014–2023 climate normals (ERA5). This year's live conditions are below.
Best Laramie & Pole Mountain mountain bike trails to ride right now
What are the best mountain bike trails to ride near Laramie & Pole Mountain right now?
Today the trails riding best near Laramie & Pole Mountain are 123, ABC and Alder Trail. The full list below is sorted by today's real conditions, best first, and refreshes every morning, so the top of the list is always your best bet right now. See live conditions →
When will the mountain bike trails in Laramie & Pole Mountain dry out?
It depends on recent rain and each trail's soil. The 10-day outlook on this page shows how many Laramie & Pole Mountain trails are expected to be riding well each day, with rain markers, so you can pick the right day instead of guessing. See the 10-day outlook →
Is it too muddy to ride in Laramie & Pole Mountain after rain?
Right now 38 of 138 featured Laramie & Pole Mountain trails are reading soft or too muddy to ride. Laramie & Pole Mountain is mostly loam soil, which drains at a moderate pace, so after a storm some trails firm up within a day while others stay greasy. Riding wet, soft dirt damages trails and leaves ruts, so check the live mud reading on each trail before you head out. Check the live mud reading →
How many mountain bike trails are in Laramie & Pole Mountain?
Laramie & Pole Mountain has 139 featured mountain bike trails tracked here for conditions, with more searchable on the live map.
How high are the Laramie & Pole Mountain trails?
Laramie & Pole Mountain trails run from about 6,827–8,937 ft. Higher trails hold snow later into spring and dry out later than the lower ones, so conditions can vary a lot across the same area on the same day.
When is the best time to ride mountain bikes in Laramie & Pole Mountain?
The best time to ride Laramie & Pole Mountain is June through October, when daytime highs are in the 49–74°F range and the trails are typically dry. The high country is usually snowbound January through May and November through December. This is based on 10 years of local climate data; check the live conditions on this page for how the trails are actually riding today.
What months can you mountain bike in Laramie & Pole Mountain?
The main riding season in Laramie & Pole Mountain is roughly June through October; the high trails are usually snowbound January through May and November through December and melt out through spring. This page tracks snow coverage and melt-out daily so you can time the high country.