Redding & Mount Shasta Mountain Bike Trail Conditions
Redding anchors far Northern California's riding at the top of the Sacramento Valley. The Westside and Swasey trails, Whiskeytown's network, and the famous Lemurian descent ride on volcanic and decomposed-granite soils that drain fast. Hot summers and mild winters give a long season, with the high country around Mount Shasta opening later.
84 featured mountain bike trailselevation 469–2,425 ft
Is it muddy in Redding & Mount Shasta right now?
Right now about 84 of 84 featured Redding & Mount Shasta trails are riding well. Conditions change daily with rain and snowmelt, so the list below shows the live read for each trail, and the chart shows which day ahead is your best bet.
Typical riding conditions by month, blending heat and trail conditions from 10 years of local climate data — so you can plan a trip for the right window.
The best time to ride Redding & Mount Shasta is April through May and October, when daytime highs sit in the 72–81°F range and the dirt is typically dry. June through September runs hot, with typical highs near or above 102°F, and January through March and November through December tends to be the wettest, muddiest stretch. Planning a trip? Those are your safest bets — and for this week, the live forecast below shows exactly which days are riding well (right now 84 of 84 featured trails are good to go).
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Bar height = our ride-friendliness score for a typical year; colour = the main limiting factor; the number under each month is the average daytime high. Based on 2014–2023 climate normals (ERA5); this year's live conditions are below.
Trail networks in Redding & Mount Shasta
Named riding areas in Redding & Mount Shasta, each with its own live conditions and the trails inside it.
What are the best mountain bike trails to ride near Redding & Mount Shasta right now?
Today the trails riding best near Redding & Mount Shasta are Big Loop Trail, Boheh Sas and Buck Hollow. The full list below is sorted by today's real conditions, best first, and refreshes every morning, so the top of the list is always your best bet right now. See live conditions →
When will the mountain bike trails in Redding & Mount Shasta dry out?
It depends on recent rain and each trail's soil. The 10-day outlook on this page shows how many Redding & Mount Shasta trails are expected to be riding well each day, with rain markers, so you can pick the right day instead of guessing. See the 10-day outlook →
Is it too muddy to ride in Redding & Mount Shasta after rain?
Right now 0 of 84 featured Redding & Mount Shasta trails are reading soft or too muddy to ride. Redding & Mount Shasta is mostly loam soil, which drains at a moderate pace, so after a storm some trails firm up within a day while others stay greasy. Riding wet, soft dirt damages trails and leaves ruts, so check the live mud reading on each trail before you head out. Check the live mud reading →
How many mountain bike trails are in Redding & Mount Shasta?
Redding & Mount Shasta has 84 featured mountain bike trails tracked here for conditions, with more searchable on the live map.
How high are the Redding & Mount Shasta trails?
Redding & Mount Shasta trails run from about 469–2,425 ft. Higher trails hold snow later into spring and dry out later than the lower ones, so conditions can vary a lot across the same area on the same day.
When is the best time to ride mountain bikes in Redding & Mount Shasta?
The best time to ride Redding & Mount Shasta is April through May and October, when daytime highs are in the 72–81°F range and the trails are typically dry. June through September runs hot, with typical highs near or above 102°F, and January through March and November through December tends to be the wettest, muddiest stretch. This is based on 10 years of local climate data; check the live conditions on this page for how the trails are actually riding today.
Is it too hot to mountain bike in Redding & Mount Shasta in summer?
June through September in Redding & Mount Shasta averages daytime highs near or above 102°F, hot enough that most riders go at dawn or dusk or wait for the cooler shoulder seasons. The best riding window is April through May and October.