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Moab Mountain Bike Trail Conditions

Moab is the desert mountain-biking capital, and its trails ride on slickrock and red sand that drain almost instantly. The Slickrock Trail, Magnificent 7, Klondike Bluffs, and the Whole Enchilada drop from the La Sal Mountains to the Colorado River, so conditions swing with elevation and the rare desert storm. It rides best in spring and fall once the summer heat backs off.

194 featured mountain bike trails elevation 3,953–8,291 ft

Is it muddy in Moab right now?

Right now about 0 of 193 featured Moab 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.

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Moab conditions at a glancesnapshot · Oct 15

Live conditions map
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Riding right now
0 of 193 trails riding well
Soft — ride gently 2Muddy — stay off 191
Air quality
AQI 38 · Good
EPA AirNow (observed) + CAMS forecast. Informational.
Next 10 days
Trails riding well each day · blue dot = rain
0Today0Fri2Sat8Sun15Mon25Tue30Wed84Thu11Fri19Sat
Most trails are wet right now. Conditions improve toward Thursday (84 of 194 riding well), but stay soft early in the week.
Temperature this week
Lower trails4,199–5,423 ft
37°typical 45°–63°F69°
High country5,810–7,244 ft
36°typical 43°–58°F64°
30°50°70°
5-day forecast
Today63°
Fri63°
Sat66°
Sun65°
Mon64°
Daytime high across Moab, rain marked. Real forecast, refreshed every morning (elevation detail above).
Trail soil & drainage
Sandy 15%Mixed 13%Loam 72%
Mostly sandy, which drains fast and firms up quickly after rain.
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Best time of year to ride Moab

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 Moab is February through May and September through November, when daytime highs sit in the 48–85°F range and the dirt is typically dry. June through August runs hot, with typical highs near or above 97°F. 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 0 of 193 featured trails are good to go).

January: Cold, typical high 40°F (ride score 75/100)J40°February: Prime, typical high 48°F (ride score 91/100)F48°March: Prime, typical high 59°F (ride score 100/100)M59°April: Prime, typical high 68°F (ride score 100/100)A68°May: Prime, typical high 78°F (ride score 100/100)M78°June: Too hot, typical high 92°F (ride score 76/100)J92°July: Too hot, typical high 97°F (ride score 60/100)J97°August: Too hot, typical high 93°F (ride score 71/100)A93°September: Prime, typical high 85°F (ride score 97/100)S85°October: Prime, typical high 68°F (ride score 100/100)O68°November: Prime, typical high 53°F (ride score 100/100)N53°December: Cold, typical high 41°F (ride score 76/100)D41°
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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 Moab

Named riding areas in Moab, each with its own live conditions and the trails inside it.

Best Moab mountain bike trails to ride right now

Every featured singletrack trail, sorted by today's real conditions, best first. Refreshed every morning. Riding gravel instead? See gravel and dirt road conditions near Moab.

Moab mountain biking FAQ

What are the best mountain bike trails to ride near Moab right now?

Few Moab trails are riding well today. The list below is sorted by today's real conditions, best first, and refreshes every morning, so check back soon or open the planner for the best option near you. See live conditions →

When will the mountain bike trails in Moab dry out?

It depends on recent rain and each trail's soil. The 10-day outlook on this page shows how many Moab 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 Moab after rain?

Right now 193 of 193 featured Moab trails are reading soft or too muddy to ride. Moab 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 Moab?

Moab has 194 featured mountain bike trails tracked here for conditions, with more searchable on the live map.

How high are the Moab trails?

Moab trails run from about 3,953–8,291 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 Moab?

The best time to ride Moab is February through May and September through November, when daytime highs are in the 48–85°F range and the trails are typically dry. June through August runs hot, with typical highs near or above 97°F. 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 Moab in summer?

June through August in Moab averages daytime highs near or above 97°F, hot enough that most riders go at dawn or dusk or wait for the cooler shoulder seasons. The best riding window is February through May and September through November.

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