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Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area

Mountain bike trail conditions · Phoenix & Scottsdale, AZ 33.891° N  111.949° W   2,366 FT Verified

PRIME: Rideable now

No significant rain in the forecast.

Recent rain
3.4″ of rain, 3d ago
Today
94°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
  • 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
  • Wed 9/16, 3.41 inches of rain, modeled conditions: PRIME then CAUTION then 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, 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 18. Official closures and current trail conditions take priority.

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Is Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area rideable today?

Yes. The live verdict is PRIME, rideable now. 3.4″ of rain, 3d ago.

CHANGED
Fri 186am
Dried back to PRIME.
Fri 1812am
Dried back to CAUTION.
Wed 1610pm
Rain moved in. Verdict dropped to STAY OFF.
Over the tracked history, Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area has been rideable on 9 of the last 10 days (very dry and dusty on 2 of them), and too wet to ride on 1. Loam also considers soil, slope, tree cover, and drying time.

Soil and terrain at Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area is a mountain bike trail network in Phoenix & Scottsdale, AZ. The soil is rocky clay and drains fast. With little tree cover, the ground gets plenty of sun and wind. The terrain averages a 5.2° slope at 2,366 ft and mainly faces W. Its rolling slopes drain steadily.

How these factors affect drying

SoilRocky clay

About 39% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain clay. 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 Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area right now?

The current estimate for Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area is PRIME: rideable now. No significant rain in the forecast. 3.4″ of rain, 3d ago.

Is Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area muddy right now?

Loam currently estimates dry conditions (PRIME). About 39% of the ground here is rock, so it drains faster than its soil type alone suggests. 3.4″ of rain, 3d ago.

What is the soil and trail surface like at Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area?

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area sits on rocky clay soil that drains fast. About 39% of this ground is rock fragments, so water runs through it faster than the soil type alone suggests. It dries quicker than plain clay. 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 Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area take to dry after rain?

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area drains quicker than its soil type suggests, since about 39% of the ground is rock fragments. Its terrain drains at a moderate pace.

Can you ride Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area 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 Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area get snow in winter?

Rarely. Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area sits low and mild enough (around 2,366 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 Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area?

Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area sits at roughly 2,366 feet, faces mostly W, and averages a 5.2° grade with about 0% tree cover. It is exposed to afternoon sun, and the rolling terrain drains steadily.

When is the best time of year to ride Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area?

Snow rarely affects Spur Cross Ranch Conservation Area. Check recent rain and allow time for the ground to dry. The live verdict above reflects today.

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Network profile

Soil
Rocky claydrains fast · modeled
Drainage
Moderateeven drying
Tree cover
0%Open
Elevation
2,366 ft
Average grade
5.2°
Predominant aspect
W-facing

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