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Phoenix Mountains Preserve

Mountain bike trail conditions · Phoenix & Scottsdale, AZ 33.562° N  112.025° W   1,499 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
0.1″ of rain, 6d ago
Today
100°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, 0.13 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, 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, 14:19 UTC. Modeled hourly. Verdict last changed: Sep 12. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Phoenix Mountains Preserve rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 0.1″ of rain, 6d ago.

CHANGED
Mon 143pm
Dried back to PRIME.
Mon 141pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to CAUTION.
Over the tracked history, Phoenix Mountains Preserve has been rideable on 10 of the last 10 days (very dry and dusty on 1 of them). Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Phoenix Mountains Preserve

Phoenix Mountains Preserve 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 3.8° slope at 1,499 ft and mainly faces NW. Its gentle slopes drain slowly, so low spots can stay soft after rain.

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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. 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 Phoenix Mountains Preserve right now?

The current estimate for Phoenix Mountains Preserve is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 0.1″ of rain, 6d ago.

Is Phoenix Mountains Preserve muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). 0.1″ of rain, 6d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Phoenix Mountains Preserve?

Phoenix Mountains Preserve 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. 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 Phoenix Mountains Preserve take to dry after rain?

Phoenix Mountains Preserve usually needs about a day or two to dry after meaningful rain. Its terrain drains at a moderate pace.

Can you ride Phoenix Mountains Preserve 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 Phoenix Mountains Preserve get snow in winter?

Rarely. Phoenix Mountains Preserve sits low and mild enough (around 1,499 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 Phoenix Mountains Preserve?

Phoenix Mountains Preserve sits at roughly 1,499 feet, faces mostly NW, and averages a 3.8° grade with about 0% tree cover. It is slower to dry where it faces north, and the gentle terrain leaves low spots soft after storms.

When is the best time of year to ride Phoenix Mountains Preserve?

Snow rarely affects Phoenix Mountains Preserve. 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 · modeled
Drainage
Moderateeven drying
Tree cover
0%Open
Elevation
1,499 ft
Average grade
3.8°
Predominant aspect
NW-facing

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