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Hawes Trail System

Mountain bike trail conditions · Phoenix & Scottsdale, AZ 33.496° N  111.663° W   1,785 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
0.1″ of rain, 5d ago
Today
98°Fcloudy
  • Thu 9/10, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY
  • Fri 9/11, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY then PRIME then DUSTY
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY then PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, 0.08 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then PRIME
  • Tue 9/15, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/16, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/17, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: 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, 13:53 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 13. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Hawes Trail System rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.1″ of rain, 5d ago.

CHANGED
Tue 154am
Dried back to PRIME.
Tue 153am
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to CAUTION.
Over the tracked history, Hawes Trail System has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days (very dry and dusty on 2 of them). Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Hawes Trail System

Hawes Trail System is a mountain bike trail network in Phoenix & Scottsdale, AZ. The soil is loam and drains well. With little tree cover, the ground gets plenty of sun and wind. The terrain averages a 2.9° slope at 1,785 ft and mainly faces WNW. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain.

How we check ourselves

How these factors affect drying

SoilLoam

Loam balances drainage with water retention, so it typically takes a day or two to dry after meaningful rain.

CanopyOpen 0%

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

TerrainHolds water

Water tends to pool and linger here rather than running off, so the surface can stay damp well after the weather clears.

FAQ

Can you ride Hawes Trail System right now?

The current estimate for Hawes Trail System is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.1″ of rain, 5d ago.

Is Hawes Trail System muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). 0.1″ of rain, 5d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Hawes Trail System?

Hawes Trail System sits on loam soil that drains well. Loam balances drainage with water retention, so it typically takes a day or two to dry after meaningful rain.

How long does Hawes Trail System take to dry after rain?

Hawes Trail System usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it.

Can you ride Hawes Trail System 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 Hawes Trail System get snow in winter?

Rarely. Hawes Trail System sits low and mild enough (around 1,785 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 Hawes Trail System?

Hawes Trail System sits at roughly 1,785 feet, faces mostly WNW, and averages a 2.9° grade with about 0% tree cover. It is exposed to afternoon sun, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.

When is the best time of year to ride Hawes Trail System?

Snow rarely affects Hawes Trail System. 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
Loamdrains well
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
0%Open
Elevation
1,785 ft
Average grade
2.9°
Predominant aspect
WNW-facing

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