Spring riding regionally?

[dhoffmanz]

I would like to take my kids trail riding over spring break, however as we know the trails here are not generally ready yet. How far South does one have to go to find trails that are likely to be good earlier? Any suggestions on places that are less than a day's driving away?

[DH001]

Anywhere there is rocky soil is your best bet. Maybe southwestern Missouri or northern Arkansas? Find the MTB clubs in these areas and see if they have trail condition reports.