Trail Conditions

November 21, 2025. This might be the last weekend to ride Northgate before the snow hits hard.  Forecasts are for considerable snow over higher elevations Nov 25-26, so we will wait and see what transpires next week.  For now, the trails are a mix of hard snow pack, a few  icy spots in shaded areas, but most trails are clear and rideable. 

November 14, 2025.  Trails got some snow in the past week, but much has melted, so trail conditions are variable. Some spots in the sun and wind are clear, while others in shady more protected areas have a bit of snow/ice covering. All trails are open (except those off-limits for hunting season) but our best description might be it's "in-between" season. That being said, you might find conditions ok for a mountain bike in some areas, and in others you might wish for a fattie. Northgate is getting above seasonal temperatures, so plan your ride accordingly. 

October 31, 2025. Northgate got a light shower overnight making the trails a bit "tacky", but the volunteer trail maintenance crew has blown all the leaves off, so riding conditions are great for this time of year. Please note that Northgate is adjacent to private land used for hunting, and signs have been posted on several trails (Eneko's, Ruby Thursday) to be avoided for rider safety. PLEASE OBEY SIGNS AND STAY OFF DESIGNATED TRAILS.

October 24, 2025. Trails are in great fall riding conditions. Volunteers have been able to blow some leaves off several trails, but caution is advised on some trails where leaves are on the ground. Riders please note that Black Powder hunting season is now upon us, and Northgate is adjacent to private land used for hunting. Please obey all signs and stay on designated biking trails. Now is not the time to ride off trail. 

October 16, 2025.  Trails are a bit damp, but very rideable. Several trees were down with heavy winds this week, but all trails have been cleared (Thanks to our volunteer crew).  River crossings are low, so Ruby Thursday would be a lot of dirty fun. Get out and ride.

October 11, 2025. Trails are great, just some leaves on the ground. Get out and ride before this late weekend precipitation hits Northgate. 

October 6, 2025. Trail conditions remain excellent. Leaves are falling, but the crisp air makes for a refreshing ride. Dauphin and Northgate did not get any rain this past weekend, so trails are dry and fast.