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Xterra Mcdowell Mountain Trail Run

Name: Xterra Mcdowell Mountain Trail Run
Start: 2025-02-02
End: 2025-02-02
Location: Fort McDowell

Fort McDowell, United States • 2 Feb 2025

The XTERRA McDowell Mountain Trail Run is set to take place in Fountain Hills, AZ, featuring a variety of trail races suitable for all skill levels. Participants can choose from distances including a 24K Trail Half Marathon, a 10K Trail Run, and a 6K Trail Run. The event showcases the stunning scenery of McDowell Mountain Regional Park, which offers over 80 miles of trails. This race is part of Arizona's XTERRA Trail Run Series, encouraging runners to compete in multiple events for points and awards. Registration is open, and all participants will enjoy post-race festivities, including a breakfast and finisher medals. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Arizona Fort McDowell

Race information

24 km

24k Trail Half Marathon

10 km

10k Trail Run

6 km

6k Trail Run

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

Trail runs nearby

Saturday Nov 8

Pass Mountain

Mesa - 18 mi from Fort McDowell

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Challenge desert trails at Usery Mountain Regional Park in Mesa with Pass Mountain Trail Runs on November 8, 2025. Multiple distances from 5K to 50 Mile wind through scenic single track, rocky sections, and Cholla forests for all levels.

Saturday Nov 8

Phomo 50k

Camelback East Village - 21 mi from Fort McDowell

50 km

PhoMo 50K is a rugged 50K trail ultramarathon in the Phoenix Mountain Preserves with technical singletrack and about 6,000 feet of climbing. Field capped at 50 runners, crew access at trailheads, and entrants receive event swag.

Saturday Nov 8

Punisher Night Trail

Mesa - 18 mi from Fort McDowell

Experience moonlit trails at the Punisher Night Trail in Mesa, Arizona at Usery Mountain Park with 5K to 30K options. Pair it with Pass Mountain for a Double Down medal and enjoy well stocked aid stations and lively night vibes.

Saturday Dec 6

Mcdowell Mountain Frenzy

Fountain Hills - 3 mi from Fort McDowell

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McDowell Mountain Frenzy on Dec 6, 2025 in Fountain Hills, AZ offers 5 to 50 mile trail distances over scenic desert singletrack. Well marked courses, aid stations, live timing and camping make it a welcoming winter trail challenge.

Saturday Dec 6

Mayhem Night Trail

Run under the stars on winding singletrack at McDowell Mountain Regional Park with 25K, 10 Mile and 5 Mile options. Expect short steep climbs, lively aid stations and a festive night trail vibe perfect for adventurous runners.

Sunday Dec 14

Pup-a-Go 5k Hike/run

Phoenix - 26 mi from Fort McDowell

5 km

Bring your pup for a fun 5K hike or run around Papago Park and support Home Fur Good, a no kill shelter. Enjoy a scenic loop, swag for paid entrants, and a portion of registration donated to help local dogs.