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High Desert Trails

Mountain bike trail conditions · New Mexico 35.528° N  108.839° W   6,644 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

Wed 3am Conditions turn Caution.

Recent rain
0.1″ of rain, 2d ago
Today
78°Fpartly cloudy
  • 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
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY
  • Mon 9/14, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY then PRIME
  • Tue 9/15, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Wed 9/16, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/17, 0.89 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then STAY OFF
  • Fri 9/18, 0.07 inches of rain, modeled conditions: STAY OFF then CAUTION then PRIME then CAUTION then 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, 0.20 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION
  • Wed 9/23, 0.33 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Thu 9/24, 0.06 inches of 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, 13:54 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 15. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is High Desert Trails rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.1″ of rain, 2d ago.

CHANGED
Sat 193am
Dried back to PRIME.
Sat 1912am
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to CAUTION.
Fri 186pm
Dried back to PRIME.
Over the tracked history, High Desert Trails 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 High Desert Trails

High Desert Trails is a mountain bike trail network in New Mexico. The soil is clay and holds water. With little tree cover, the ground gets plenty of sun and wind. The terrain averages a 3.9° slope at 6,644 ft and mainly faces SW. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain.

How we check ourselves

How these factors affect drying

SoilClay

Dense clay holds moisture and stays slick the longest. It needs the most drying time before it’s worth riding.

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 High Desert Trails right now?

The current estimate for High Desert Trails is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.1″ of rain, 2d ago.

Is High Desert Trails muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Clay soil can stay wet for several days. 0.1″ of rain, 2d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at High Desert Trails?

High Desert Trails sits on clay soil that holds water. Dense clay holds moisture and stays slick the longest. It needs the most drying time before it’s worth riding.

How long does High Desert Trails take to dry after rain?

High Desert Trails can need several days to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain drains at a moderate pace.

Can you ride High Desert Trails after rain?

Clay soil needs time to dry. Riding it wet can leave lasting ruts. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.

Does High Desert Trails get snow in winter?

Occasionally. Cold snaps can bring snow or a hard freeze to High Desert Trails (around 6,644 ft), but it rarely lasts. Loam flags a FROZEN state when it happens and clears it once the trail thaws.

What's the terrain and elevation like at High Desert Trails?

High Desert Trails sits at roughly 6,644 feet, faces mostly SW, and averages a 3.9° grade with about 0% tree cover. It is quicker to dry where it faces south, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.

When is the best time of year to ride High Desert Trails?

High Desert Trails usually has little snow, though winter cold snaps can interrupt riding. Recent rain and drying time matter throughout the year. Its sunny aspect helps it come back fast after storms. Check the live verdict the morning you want to ride.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Clayholds water
Drainage
Moderateeven drying
Tree cover
0%Open
Elevation
6,644 ft
Average grade
3.9°
Predominant aspect
SW-facing

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