Course map, elevation profile & surface
Aid stations as published on the course file
| Aid station | Mile | km |
|---|---|---|
| A Escondido Aid Station | 6.6 | 10.6 |
| A Granite Tank Aid Station | 11.7 | 18.8 |
| A Coachwhip Aid | 18.5 | 29.7 |
| A Dixie Mine Aid | 26.4 | 42.5 |
| A Gate Aid Station | 43.7 | 70.3 |
| Start/ Finish | 49.7 | 80.0 |
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About this course
McDowell Mountain Frenzy 50 Miler — 2026 covers 49.7 mi (80.0 km) with 5,641 ft of elevation gain. The interactive map above shows the full route with its elevation profile and aid stations, built from the course's GPS file.
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