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Dale Ball Trails

Mountain bike trail conditions · Santa Fe & Taos, NM 35.674° N  105.892° W   7,878 FT Verified

DUSTY: Rideable, very dry

Expect dust and loose corners.

Recent rain
No measurable rain in the past week
Today
83°Fpartly cloudy

Updated Sep 13, 2026, 05:10 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 7. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Trail outlook

Is Dale Ball Trails rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is DUSTY: rideable, but very dry and loose over hardpack. No measurable rain in the past week.

0.2″
FORECAST
PRIME 7d 2026-09-05: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
PRIME 6d 2026-09-06: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
DUSTY 5d 2026-09-07: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook DUSTY
DUSTY 4d 2026-09-08: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook DUSTY
DUSTY 3d 2026-09-09: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook DUSTY
DUSTY 2d 2026-09-10: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook DUSTY
DUSTY 1d 2026-09-11: 0.00 inches of rain, representative trail outlook DUSTY
83° DUSTY Today 2026-09-12: 0.00 inches of rain, Partly cloudy, representative trail outlook DUSTY
79° DUSTY SUN 2026-09-13: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Cloudy, representative trail outlook DUSTY
73° PRIME MON 2026-09-14: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Overcast, representative trail outlook PRIME
72° PRIME TUE 2026-09-15: 0.00 inches of forecast rain, Overcast, representative trail outlook PRIME
69° PRIME WED 2026-09-16: 0.20 inches of forecast rain, Light rain, representative trail outlook PRIME
Modeled rain Forecast rain Above soft threshold (0.5″)
Over the tracked history, Dale Ball Trails has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days (very dry and dusty on 6 of them). Each daily marker shows the expected daytime condition. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Dale Ball Trails

Dale Ball Trails is a mountain bike trail network in Santa Fe & Taos, NM. The soil here is organic. The terrain averages a 9.7° slope at 7,878 ft and mainly faces W. Its rolling slopes drain steadily.

How these factors affect drying

SoilOrganic soil

The soil survey describes organic material at this spot, not a mineral soil texture. The drying model uses surveyed water-retention values. Organic soils vary in how they drain, so this label alone does not tell you how quickly the trail will dry.

CanopyPartial 35%

A mix of sun and shade. Conditions vary across the network, with open sections drying faster than covered ones.

TerrainSheds water

Water runs off this terrain rather than pooling, which helps the surface dry out after rain.

FAQ

Can you ride Dale Ball Trails right now?

The current estimate for Dale Ball Trails is DUSTY: rideable, very dry. Rideable, but very dry. Expect dust and loose corners. No measurable rain in the past week.

Is Dale Ball Trails muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (DUSTY). No measurable rain in the past week.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Dale Ball Trails?

Dale Ball Trails has organic soil. The soil survey describes organic material at this spot, not a mineral soil texture. The drying model uses surveyed water-retention values. Organic soils vary in how they drain, so this label alone does not tell you how quickly the trail will dry.

How long does Dale Ball Trails take to dry after rain?

Dale Ball Trails has organic soil with no fixed drying time; check the live verdict for the current estimate. Its terrain sheds water, which speeds drying.

Can you ride Dale Ball Trails after rain?

Wait until the surface is firm and respect any posted closures. Organic soil alone does not tell you how soon that will be. Check the live verdict for the current drying estimate.

Does Dale Ball Trails get snow in winter?

Yes. At 7,878 ft, Dale Ball Trails typically sees winter snow and freeze-thaw that can pause riding. Loam flags a FROZEN state when the ground is snow-covered or frozen, then clears it as things thaw and dry.

What's the terrain and elevation like at Dale Ball Trails?

Dale Ball Trails sits at roughly 7,878 feet, faces mostly W, and averages a 9.7° grade with about 35% tree cover. It is exposed to afternoon sun, and the rolling terrain drains steadily.

When is the best time of year to ride Dale Ball Trails?

Snow can limit riding at Dale Ball Trails in winter, at around 7,878 feet. Spring snowmelt and fall freezes can also affect conditions. Check the current conditions before planning a ride.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Organic soilsurveyed retention
Drainage
Sheds waterdries quickly
Tree cover
35%Partial
Elevation
7,878 ft
Average grade
9.7°
Predominant aspect
W-facing

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