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McDowell Mountain Regional Park

Mountain bike trail conditions · Phoenix & Scottsdale, AZ 33.678° N  111.727° W   1,857 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
2.5″ of rain, 3d ago
Today
97°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
  • 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, 2.45 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then STAY OFF
  • Thu 9/17, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: 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, 0.08 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, 13:50 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 18. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is McDowell Mountain Regional Park rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 2.5″ of rain, 3d ago.

CHANGED
Fri 183am
Dried back to PRIME.
Thu 179pm
Dried back to CAUTION.
Wed 169pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Over the tracked history, McDowell Mountain Regional Park has been rideable on 9 of the last 10 days (very dry and dusty on 1 of them), and too wet to ride on 1. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at McDowell Mountain Regional Park

McDowell Mountain Regional Park is a mountain bike trail network in Phoenix & Scottsdale, AZ. The soil is sandy and drains fast. With little tree cover, the ground gets plenty of sun and wind. The terrain averages a 1.4° slope at 1,857 ft and mainly faces SSE. Its nearly flat slopes can hold water in flat stretches.

How we check ourselves

How these factors affect drying

SoilSandy

Sandy, coarse soil sheds water fast. These trails are among the quickest to recover after 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 McDowell Mountain Regional Park right now?

The current estimate for McDowell Mountain Regional Park is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 2.5″ of rain, 3d ago.

Is McDowell Mountain Regional Park muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). Sandy soil usually drains quickly. 2.5″ of rain, 3d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at McDowell Mountain Regional Park?

McDowell Mountain Regional Park sits on sandy soil that drains fast. Sandy, coarse soil sheds water fast. These trails are among the quickest to recover after rain.

How long does McDowell Mountain Regional Park take to dry after rain?

McDowell Mountain Regional Park usually needs only a few hours to recover after light rain. Its terrain holds water in low spots, which slows it.

Can you ride McDowell Mountain Regional Park after rain?

Sandy soil drains quickly, though heavier rain can leave soft spots. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.

Does McDowell Mountain Regional Park get snow in winter?

Rarely. McDowell Mountain Regional Park sits low and mild enough (around 1,857 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 McDowell Mountain Regional Park?

McDowell Mountain Regional Park sits at roughly 1,857 feet, faces mostly SSE, and averages a 1.4° grade with about 0% tree cover. It is quicker to dry where it faces south, and the nearly flat terrain holds puddles in the flats.

When is the best time of year to ride McDowell Mountain Regional Park?

Snow rarely affects McDowell Mountain Regional Park. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. Its sunny aspect helps it come back fast after storms. The live verdict above reflects today.

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Network profile

Network profile

Soil
Sandydrains fast
Drainage
Holds waterdries slowly
Tree cover
0%Open
Elevation
1,857 ft
Average grade
1.4°
Predominant aspect
SSE-facing

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