Adrenaline Night Runs
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Adrenaline Night Runs at McDowell Mountain Regional Park
Adrenaline Night Runs takes place on May 22, 2027 at McDowell Mountain Regional Park in Fountain Hills, Arizona. The event offers multiple trail distances on rolling desert single track with both fast smooth sections and more technical mountainous portions. Courses use a combination of long and short loops and join up on the Shallmo Trail; named trails include Escondido, Cinch, and Scenic Ridge.
Distances
- 50K
- 25K
- 15K
- 10K
- 6K
Aid station support includes a fully stocked main aid at the start/finish and a remote Escondido aid station with water, electrolyte drinks, salty and sweet snacks, fruit, pb&j, bean rollups, and hot food. The Pemberton aid locations provide water only. The race is cupless; runners should bring a reusable cup or may purchase one onsite. Yeti coolers and buckets will be used on course.
Logistics and rules note that crews have access at the start/finish and that pacers are allowed only for the 50K beginning on the fourth loop (approximately 40K). Drop bags are available at the start/finish area. Time limits apply for each distance, with a 10 hour limit listed for the 50K. Courses are marked with orange ribbons with black polka dots, reflective medallions, laminated signs, and blue and white checkerboard flagging for wrong way trails.
On-site details include a $10 park entry fee per vehicle (as of 1/1/26), camping options at the park, first aid provided by on-site medical staff, chip timing, finish photos, and a finisher award. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
