Pemberton Trail

The Pemberton Trail race, held at McDowell Mountain Regional Park near Fountain Hills, Arizona, offers 50K and 25K trail runs through scenic desert terrain with gently rolling hills. Known for its fast course, it has seen record-breaking performances, including a 50K record set in 2020. The trail is well-marked with brown "Pemberton Trail" signs and features a supportive atmosphere with great volunteers and awards for overall, masters, and super masters categories.

The event is part of the McDowell Mountain Cup series, encouraging participation in additional nearby trail races. January weather can vary widely, so runners should prepare accordingly. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.