Arizona · Mountain biking

Mine Trail

1.1 mi
round trip
930 ft
climb
Mixed
surface
Out and back
route
Nov–Apr
best months

Is Mine Trail open right now?

Closure in the area

There's a closure order in Mesa Ranger District. It doesn't name Mine Trail, so check the source for the area it covers.

As of · Source: USFS · Mesa Ranger District. Agencies don't list every closure — check before you go.

Mine Trail is a black diamond mountain biking route in the Mesa Ranger District of Tonto National Forest in Arizona, managed by the Forest Service. The trail is a short but intense out-and-back ride of about 1.1 miles, with a total climb of roughly 930 feet over the round trip. It is rated hard and is best suited for experienced riders with advanced technical skills. The trail's mixed terrain, which includes rocky sections and varied surfaces, demands confident line choice and bike handling. The mining heritage of the area adds historical interest to the ride. Spring and fall are the most comfortable times to go. Typical averages from the nearby Fountain Hills weather station show March highs around 74°F and November highs around 74°F, while June and July average in the low to mid 100s. Several other trails sit close by. Secret Trail and Saguaro Trail are each about 0.6 miles away, and The Cut is about 0.7 miles away. For an overnight stay, Larry Forbis campground is about 6 miles off.

  • Best time to go · Nov–Apr

    Best time to visit Mine Trail

    Best months: November–April. Best months have typical highs of 55–85 °F, lows of 30 °F or warmer (32 °F where the station doesn't record snow), at most one snowy day and no more than 12 wet days.

    1. Jan

      64° / 45°

      4 wet

    2. Feb

      67° / 46°

      4 wet

    3. Mar

      74° / 51°

      3 wet

    4. Apr

      82° / 56°

      2 wet

    5. May

      91° / 64°

      1 wet

    6. Jun

      101° / 73°

      1 wet

    7. Jul

      103° / 80°

      3 wet

    8. Aug

      102° / 80°

      4 wet

    9. Sep

      97° / 74°

      3 wet

    10. Oct

      87° / 63°

      2 wet

    11. Nov

      74° / 51°

      2 wet

    12. Dec

      63° / 44°

      3 wet

    Typical high / low (°F) and days with rain or snow, 1991–2020. Measured at Fountain Hills, AZ, 6.8 mi away at 1,580 ft. Source: NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020.

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