Jangover Night Runs

Fort McDowell, United States • 19 Sep 2026

Event overview

The Javelina Jangover Night Runs take place Saturday, September 19, 2026, at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills, Arizona. The event is part of the Insomniac Night Trail Run Series and offers multiple distances staged out of the Pemberton Trailhead. Online registration closes on September 14, 2026. Race entries are non-refundable and non-transferable.

  • 75K
  • 50K
  • 25K
  • 15K
  • 7K

Course and logistics

Courses use the Pemberton Trail Loop and the Scenic Trail, featuring rolling desert single track and some old jeep trail. Each 25K loop has about 800 feet of elevation gain and loss. All loop direction is clockwise. Aid stations include a fully stocked start/finish location and a remote Granite Tank aid station with water, electrolyte drinks, snacks, fruit, pb&j, and hot food options. Some distances include an additional water-only aid station. This is a cupless race - participants should bring a reusable cup or purchase one on site.

Crews are allowed at the start/finish. Pacers are permitted only for the 75K beginning on the third loop. Drop bags are available at the start/finish area for easy access. Parking for longer distances is at the Pemberton Trailhead; shorter distances use the Four Peaks Trailhead with a shuttle service. The park charges a vehicle entry fee. MedStar Solutions provides on-site medical support at the start/finish. Volunteers receive race credits and event swag. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

75 km
75k
50 km
50k
25 km
25k
15 km
15k
7 km
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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