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Ella Mountain

Mountain bike trail conditions · Nevada 37.489° N  114.490° W   6,359 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
0.3″ of rain, 3d ago
Today
76°Fpartly cloudy
  • Thu 9/10, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY
  • Fri 9/11, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY then PRIME
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then DUSTY
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY
  • Mon 9/14, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY
  • Tue 9/15, 0.09 inches of rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY then CAUTION then DUSTY
  • Wed 9/16, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY then PRIME
  • Thu 9/17, 0.27 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF then 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, no measurable 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, 14:15 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 16. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Ella Mountain rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.3″ of rain, 3d ago.

CHANGED
Thu 174pm
Dried back to PRIME.
Thu 1710am
Dried back to CAUTION.
Thu 179am
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Over the tracked history, Ella Mountain has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days (very dry and dusty on 4 of them). Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Ella Mountain

Ella Mountain is a mountain bike trail network in Nevada. The soil is gravelly loam and drains fast. With little tree cover, the ground gets plenty of sun and wind. The terrain averages a 4.6° slope at 6,359 ft and mainly faces NNE. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain.

How we check ourselves

How these factors affect drying

SoilGravelly loam

About 29% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain loam.

CanopyOpen 19%

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 Ella Mountain right now?

The current estimate for Ella Mountain is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.3″ of rain, 3d ago.

Is Ella Mountain muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). 0.3″ of rain, 3d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Ella Mountain?

Ella Mountain sits on gravelly loam soil that drains fast. About 29% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain loam.

How long does Ella Mountain take to dry after rain?

Ella Mountain usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain drains at a moderate pace.

Can you ride Ella Mountain after rain?

Drying time depends on how much rain fell and the weather that follows. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.

Does Ella Mountain get snow in winter?

Yes. At 6,359 ft, Ella Mountain 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 Ella Mountain?

Ella Mountain sits at roughly 6,359 feet, faces mostly NNE, and averages a 4.6° grade with about 19% tree cover. It is slower to dry where it faces north, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.

When is the best time of year to ride Ella Mountain?

Snow can limit riding at Ella Mountain in winter, at around 6,359 feet. Spring snowmelt and fall freezes can also affect conditions. Its shady aspect means it needs longer after storms than sunnier networks nearby. Check the current conditions before planning a ride.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Gravelly loamdrains fast
Drainage
Moderateeven drying
Tree cover
19%Open
Elevation
6,359 ft
Average grade
4.6°
Predominant aspect
NNE-facing

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