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Los Peñasquitos Canyon

Mountain bike trail conditions · San Diego, CA 32.926° N  117.182° W   121 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
No measurable rain in the past week
Today
75°Fcloudy
  • Thu 9/10, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Fri 9/11, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/12, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: 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, 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, 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, 13:49 UTC. Modeled hourly. Unchanged for 10+ days. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Los Peñasquitos Canyon rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. No measurable rain in the past week.

Over the tracked history, Los Peñasquitos Canyon has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Los Peñasquitos Canyon

Los Peñasquitos Canyon is a mountain bike trail network in San Diego, CA. The soil is loam and drains well. With little tree cover, the ground gets plenty of sun and wind. The terrain averages a 1.2° slope at 121 ft and mainly faces NNW. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

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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 17%

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 Los Peñasquitos Canyon right now?

The current estimate for Los Peñasquitos Canyon is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. No measurable rain in the past week.

Is Los Peñasquitos Canyon muddy right now?

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

What is the soil and trail surface like at Los Peñasquitos Canyon?

Los Peñasquitos Canyon 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 Los Peñasquitos Canyon take to dry after rain?

Los Peñasquitos Canyon 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 Los Peñasquitos Canyon 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 Los Peñasquitos Canyon get snow in winter?

Rarely. Los Peñasquitos Canyon sits low and mild enough (around 121 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 Los Peñasquitos Canyon?

Los Peñasquitos Canyon sits at roughly 121 feet, faces mostly NNW, and averages a 1.2° grade with about 17% tree cover. It is slower to dry where it faces north, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride Los Peñasquitos Canyon?

Snow rarely affects Los Peñasquitos Canyon. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. Its shady aspect means it needs longer after storms than sunnier networks nearby. The live verdict above reflects today.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Loamdrains well
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
17%Open
Elevation
121 ft
Average grade
1.2°
Predominant aspect
NNW-facing

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