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 distances of 6K, 10K, 15K, 25K, and 50K across scenic desert single-track trails including Escondido, Scenic, Cinch, and Shallmo. The courses feature rolling terrain with fast and challenging mountainous sections, illuminated by headlamps under the Sonoran desert night sky. The event includes well-stocked aid stations, chip timing, and race perks like branded hats and finisher awards. It encourages runners to “Carpe Noctem” and experience the unique thrill of night trail running in a beautiful desert setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

50 km
50k
25 km
25k
15 km
15k
10 km
10k
6 km
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