05/16 Trail Conditions

Thanks to the hard work of BETA staff, trail adopters and volunteers, all networks are shaping up beautifully. It's still Spring - you should still expect to come across occasional wet spots and perpetually troublesome soft sections, especially after the rain we've gotten this week. And although the trails are riding well, there is plenty of work to be done. If you want to get in on the chance to give back to our trails, join us THIS WEEKEND at Dewey (Saturday, May 18th, 9am) or Hardy Road (Sunday, May 19th, 9am).  SIGN ME UP!

Please remember, this report is just a snapshot and conditions can change. Please let us know if you come across a trail that's not ready for traffic due to soft soils, down trees, or other hazards. Gentle reminder to please reconsider your ride if you're leaving ruts. No one wants to turn back early, but no one wants to damage trails, either.

Lake Placid ➡️ All of Scotts Cobble (including Blue Ribbon and Cobblewood Connector) is CLOSED -- not only are the trails wet (including a significant amount of ice, somehow???), but BETA staff and @peduzzitrails are working together in an effort to harden the network. The Jack Rabbit entrance off of River Road is the recommended access point to Craig Wood while Cobblewood Connector is closed. Craig Wood is still a bit wet, but mostly rideable EXCEPT for Green Jacket and Gold Jacket. Our friends at @backslopetrails have been doing Spring maintenance on those trails to keep them in tip-top shape. Please avoid Green and Gold Jacket so Back Slope can focus on their work 🤝 Lussi and Loggers are good to go.

Wilmington ➡️ Gulo Gulo, Bear Claw, and other Flume Trails are dicey -- turn back if necessary. Upper PMD is still completely closed. Hardy Road and Three Sisters have the green light.

Saranac Lake ➡️ Dewey is still too wet and needs more sunshine to dry out. Pisgah and Fowler's Crossing are good to go.

Keene and Etown ➡️ All trails are good to go 🤩