Turpentine Trail
Scottsdale · Arizona
2.0 mi
Distance
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Net Elevation
22 min
Est. Time
Peak Elevation
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Difficulty
Green Circle
2.0 mi
Distance
...
Net Elevation
22 min
Est. Time
...
Peak Elevation
Green Circle
Difficulty
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Weather outlook
CloudyNo significant precipitation expected.
Little rain is indicated. Shaded or poorly drained sections may still be wet.
A few showers may pass through this week, which could leave shaded or low-lying sections tacky after rain.
Forecast window
Sunday
a high near 65°F, little expected rain, 0% rain chance
Weather-based estimate. Always check local closures and posted trail conditions before riding.
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About This Trail
A scenic, non-technical singletrack trail in the northern region of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, winding through desert washes with gentle grades.
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 Turpentine 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
Green Circle
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Turpentine Trail FAQ
Where is Turpentine Trail?
Turpentine 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 Turpentine Trail?
Turpentine Trail is 2.0 miles long, rated green circle, with a dirt surface, with an estimated ride time of 22 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.
What is the weather outlook for Turpentine Trail?
Weather forecast for 2026-11-13: No significant precipitation expected. Little rain is indicated. Shaded or poorly drained sections may still be wet. Weather-based estimate. Always check local closures and posted trail conditions before riding.
What other mountain bike trails are near Turpentine Trail?
Nearby RidePal trail pages in Scottsdale include Feldspar Trail, Tom's Thumb Trail, Renegade Trail, Gooseneck Trail, Brown's Mountain Trail. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.
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