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Adrenaline Night Runs

Fountain Hills, United States • 17 May 2025

Adrenaline Night Runs is a nighttime trail running event held at McDowell Mountain Regional Park in Fountain Hills, Arizona. Part of the Insomniac Night Trail Run Series, it offers multiple distances: 6K, 10K, 15K, 25K, and 50K. The courses feature rolling desert single-track trails, including Escondido, Scenic, Cinch, and Shallmo trails, combining fast, smooth sections with challenging mountainous terrain.

Runners experience the Sonoran Desert's nocturnal beauty illuminated by headlamps. The event includes well-stocked aid stations, chip timing, and race perks like branded hats and finisher awards. It encourages participants to "Carpe Noctem"—seize the night—and offers options for both beginners and seasoned night trail runners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Arizona Fountain Hills

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Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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