Paradise Trail

Scottsdale · Arizona

1.5 mi

Distance

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Net Elevation

16 min

Est. Time

Peak Elevation

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Difficulty

Blue Square

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Conditions

Clear
98°
87°
104°
9 mph
Gust17 mph
5:37 AM
7:29 PM
Dry

No significant precipitation expected.

Trail conditions look great for riding

3% top-layer soil moisture89°F surface soil temperature

The week looks mostly rideable, but windier periods could make exposed sections feel less comfortable.

Best Window This Week

Wednesday

a high near 104°F, little expected rain, 2% rain chance

Forecast data via Open-Meteo.

About This Trail

A scenic desert connector trail in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve linking the Gateway Loop and Quartz trails. Features rocky singletrack and dry wash crossings.

Mountain Biking in Scottsdale

Scottsdale is a prime Sonoran Desert riding area, with McDowell Sonoran Preserve, Browns Ranch, Tom Thumb, and fast rocky singletrack under wide-open desert views. Use Paradise Trail as a starting point to compare nearby routes by distance, difficulty, surface, elevation profile, and ride time.

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Trail Details

Surface

Dirt

Technical Rating

Blue Square

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Paradise Trail FAQ

Where is Paradise Trail?

Paradise Trail is a mountain bike trail near Scottsdale, Arizona. RidePal maps the route, trail stats, photos, reviews, and nearby rides for this area.

How difficult is Paradise Trail?

Paradise Trail is 1.5 miles long, rated blue square, with a dirt surface, with an estimated ride time of 16 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.

What are the current riding conditions for Paradise Trail?

Forecast signals point toward generally dry trail surfaces, though shaded sections can still vary. The current forecast suggests Wednesday because a high near 104°F, little expected rain, 2% rain chance.

What other mountain bike trails are near Paradise Trail?

Nearby RidePal trail pages in Scottsdale include Feldspar Trail, Tom's Thumb Trail, Coyote Canyon Trail, Stagecoach North, Old Camp Trail. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.

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