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Brown's Ranch

Mountain bike trail conditions · Phoenix & Scottsdale, AZ 33.794° N  111.796° W   2,713 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
0.7″ of rain, 4d ago
Today
92°Fcloudy
  • Thu 9/10, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY
  • Fri 9/11, 0.28 inches of rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY then CAUTION then DUSTY
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY then PRIME
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/15, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/16, 0.72 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then STAY OFF then CAUTION
  • Thu 9/17, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: CAUTION then PRIME
  • Fri 9/18, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/19, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Today, Sun 9/20, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Mon 9/21, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/22, 0.06 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/23, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/24, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME, forecast preview, beyond the free window
  • Fri 9/25, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME, forecast preview, beyond the free window

Updated Sep 20, 2026, 13:15 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 12. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Brown's Ranch rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.7″ of rain, 4d ago.

CHANGED
Thu 1710am
Dried back to PRIME.
Thu 174am
Dried back to CAUTION.
Wed 1610pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Over the tracked history, Brown's Ranch has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days (very dry and dusty on 1 of them). Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Brown's Ranch

Brown's Ranch is a mountain bike trail network in Phoenix & Scottsdale, AZ. The soil is rocky sandy and drains fast. With little tree cover, the ground gets plenty of sun and wind. The terrain averages a 3.7° slope at 2,713 ft and mainly faces E. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain.

How we check ourselves

How these factors affect drying

SoilRocky sandy

About 45% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain sandy. The soil type here is classified, but the exact drying speed is modeled from that classification rather than measured directly at this spot.

CanopyOpen 0%

Little tree cover means full sun and wind, so these trails are among the fastest to rebound after rain.

TerrainModerate

Terrain here drains at a moderate pace. It neither sheds nor holds water strongly.

FAQ

Can you ride Brown's Ranch right now?

The current estimate for Brown's Ranch is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.7″ of rain, 4d ago.

Is Brown's Ranch muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). About 45% of the ground here is rock, so it drains faster than its soil type alone suggests. 0.7″ of rain, 4d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Brown's Ranch?

Brown's Ranch sits on rocky sandy soil that drains fast. About 45% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain sandy. The soil type here is classified, but the exact drying speed is modeled from that classification rather than measured directly at this spot.

How long does Brown's Ranch take to dry after rain?

Brown's Ranch drains quicker than its soil type suggests, since about 45% of the ground is rock fragments. Its terrain drains at a moderate pace.

Can you ride Brown's Ranch after rain?

The rocky soil here drains quickly, but softer sections may need more time. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.

Does Brown's Ranch get snow in winter?

Rarely. Brown's Ranch sits low and mild enough (around 2,713 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 Brown's Ranch?

Brown's Ranch sits at roughly 2,713 feet, faces mostly E, and averages a 3.7° grade with about 0% tree cover. It is exposed to morning sun, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.

When is the best time of year to ride Brown's Ranch?

Snow rarely affects Brown's Ranch. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. The live verdict above reflects today.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Rocky sandydrains fast · modeled
Drainage
Moderateeven drying
Tree cover
0%Open
Elevation
2,713 ft
Average grade
3.7°
Predominant aspect
E-facing

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