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Monolith Gardens

Mountain bike trail conditions · Arizona 35.199° N  114.096° W   3,596 FT Verified

DUSTY: Rideable, very dry

Tue 5am Conditions turn Prime.

Recent rain
No measurable rain in the past week
Today
89°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 then PRIME then DUSTY
  • Sun 9/13, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY then PRIME
  • Mon 9/14, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Tue 9/15, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then DUSTY
  • Wed 9/16, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY
  • Thu 9/17, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY then PRIME
  • Fri 9/18, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME
  • Sat 9/19, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then DUSTY
  • Today, Sun 9/20, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY
  • Mon 9/21, no measurable rain, modeled conditions: DUSTY then 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, 14:17 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 19. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Monolith Gardens rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is DUSTY: rideable, but very dry and loose over hardpack. No measurable rain in the past week.

Over the tracked history, Monolith Gardens has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days (very dry and dusty on 6 of them). Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Monolith Gardens

Monolith Gardens is a mountain bike trail network in Arizona. The soil is very rocky sandy and drains very fast. With little tree cover, the ground gets plenty of sun and wind. The terrain averages a 3.3° slope at 3,596 ft and mainly faces SE. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain.

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How these factors affect drying

SoilVery rocky sandy

About 61% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain sandy. The soil type here is classified, but the exact drying speed is modeled from that classification rather than measured directly at this spot.

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 Monolith Gardens right now?

The current estimate for Monolith Gardens is DUSTY: rideable, very dry. Rideable, but very dry. Expect dust and loose corners. No measurable rain in the past week.

Is Monolith Gardens muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (DUSTY). About 61% of the ground here is rock, so it drains faster than its soil type alone suggests. No measurable rain in the past week.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Monolith Gardens?

Monolith Gardens sits on very rocky sandy soil that drains very fast. About 61% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain sandy. The soil type here is classified, but the exact drying speed is modeled from that classification rather than measured directly at this spot.

How long does Monolith Gardens take to dry after rain?

Monolith Gardens drains fast: about 61% of the ground is rock, so it sheds water and firms up much sooner than the soil type alone would suggest. Its terrain drains at a moderate pace.

Can you ride Monolith Gardens after rain?

The rocky soil here drains quickly, but softer sections may need more time. Wait until the surface is firm. Check the current estimate before heading out, and turn back if your tires leave ruts.

Does Monolith Gardens get snow in winter?

Rarely. Monolith Gardens sits low and mild enough (around 3,596 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 Monolith Gardens?

Monolith Gardens sits at roughly 3,596 feet, faces mostly SE, and averages a 3.3° grade with about 0% tree cover. It is exposed to morning sun, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.

When is the best time of year to ride Monolith Gardens?

Snow rarely affects Monolith Gardens. 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
Very rocky sandydrains very fast · modeled
Drainage
Moderateeven drying
Tree cover
0%Open
Elevation
3,596 ft
Average grade
3.3°
Predominant aspect
SE-facing

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