South Fork Trail

Arcata · California

4.5 mi

Distance

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Net Elevation

49 min

Est. Time

Peak Elevation

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Difficulty

Not Rated

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Conditions

Clear
72°
50°
82°
15 mph
Gust22 mph
5:42 AM
8:45 PM
Dry

No significant precipitation expected.

Trail conditions look great for riding

17% top-layer soil moisture53°F surface soil temperature

The week looks fairly dry, with warmer afternoons making morning or evening rides more comfortable.

Best Window This Week

Wednesday

a high near 82°F, little expected rain, 1% rain chance, winds near 15 mph

Forecast data via Open-Meteo.

About This Trail

South Fork Trail is a 4.5-mile mountain bike trail near Arcata, California. RidePal maps this trail for mountain biking with a ground surface. Key stats include an estimated ride time of 49 min, which helps when comparing it with nearby Arcata rides. Use the RidePal map to view the full trail route, compare nearby options, and plan around local riding conditions in Arcata.

Mountain Biking in Arcata

Arcata is one of the mountain biking hubs in California, with mapped trail coverage on RidePal. Use South Fork Trail as a starting point to compare nearby routes by distance, difficulty, surface, elevation profile, and ride time.

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Ground

Trail Marking

Some Markers

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South Fork Trail FAQ

Where is South Fork Trail?

South Fork Trail is a mountain bike trail near Arcata, California. RidePal maps the route, trail stats, photos, reviews, and nearby rides for this area.

How difficult is South Fork Trail?

South Fork Trail is 4.5 miles long, with a ground surface, with an estimated ride time of 49 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.

What are the current riding conditions for South Fork Trail?

Forecast signals point toward generally dry trail surfaces, though shaded sections can still vary. The current forecast suggests Wednesday because a high near 82°F, little expected rain, 1% rain chance, winds near 15 mph.

What other mountain bike trails are near South Fork Trail?

Nearby RidePal trail pages in Arcata include South Fork Trail, Pattison Peak Cutoff Trail, Rays Peak Trail, Knowles Gulch Trail, Marble Caves Trail. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.

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