Group Rides, Maps & Events

Weekly Group Rides in Fountain Hills, Arizona

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We, at McDowell Mountain Cycles, believe very strongly in developing our cycling community and one of the best ways we can do that is in the support, organization and leadership of rides that serve as many of our MMC family as possible. Everyone is always welcome!

Ladies Night!

Wednesday, June 4 (5:00 – 7:00 PM) at MMC

A fun evening out with the ladies!

Come join us for a fun filled night out and leave your stress at home. It’s time to treat yourself! How to refresh post bike ride with a Beauty Bash Summer Event. We will enjoy light refreshments and treats! Plus, will have swag bags and more fun. Space is limited please RSVP by 6/2 to contact@mcdowellmountaincycles.com

Let’s Talk Bikes on keeping them rolling for the summer.

Wednesday, June 11^th from 2:30pm till 4:30pm

All young riders from grade school through adults are invited to join us for keeping your bike ready for riding. We will have some hands-on activities, you’ll meet the crew and have a chance to ask questions and other surprises. We encourage parents to join with their kids. Please RSVP by 6/9 to contact@mcdowellmountaincycles.com so we have enough goodies.

Father’s Day Ice Cream/Cookie Social

Celebrate with your Father or the Father figure in your life at MMC on Saturday, June 14, 2025 from 11am till 2pm. Father’s Day specials and much more!

Fountain Hills Blood Drive

The FH community Blood Drive is looking for volunteers. Paul enjoys riding bikes, running and the great outdoors.The drive is June 13th and 14th from 9am to 2pm at the Fountain Hills Community Center.

Summer is always a difficult time to collect the needed blood as many of our residents are north for the summer. Paul and the Crew are hoping the community will rise to the occasion.

If you have any questions please contact Paul, Coordinator, Fountain Hills Community Blood Drive at 513-226-4720.

Bob’s Free Bikes is in need of donation pickup drivers:

The Donation Pickup Driver should have a pickup truck or vehicle with a receiver hitch. Bob’s can supply you with a hitch-mount bike rack if needed. Bob’s reimburses mileage at IRS rates. You would be picking up donated bicycles and delivering them to Bob’s Free Bikes location on Laser Drive.

Please contact Mark via email if you can help out and/or have questions. mark@bobsfreebikes.org

Tuesdays

TNR – 7:30 PM – Four Peaks Lot (map)

McDowell Mountain Cycles Tuesday Night Mountain Bike Ride. Come join us for our long running TNR that has become a staple of the area. Typically the ride is approximately 15-20 miles with a new route each week. Several re-group spots throughout each ride. Lights and Helmets required.

Meet at the Four Peaks Trailhead parking lot (across the road from the Competition Loops) in McDowell Mountain Park. Don’t forget to bring your favorite beverage and hang out with the group post ride!

Thursdays

Pedal & Pints + Social – Next date TBD

YES…this is still the same great fun road ride through Fountain HILLS. We will enjoy a casual ride starting at Euro Pizza Cafe and finish back at the Euro Pizza Cafe. Following the ride you’re welcome to stay and hang out and enjoy the all day “Happy Hour” menu of food bites and refreshments. Those that don’t want to pedal feel free to join us for the social around 7:30 PM. The ride is approximately 15-18 miles.

Saturdays

Road Rockets – MMC (map) On Summer Vacation

A fun, but spirited, group of road riders that usually ride 40 to 50 miles. It is a great group for intermediate to advanced cyclists. It is a NO DROP ride, so no one needs to be concerned about being left behind. Usual meeting time varies between 6:30am to 8:00am, depending on the time of year. Rides are held every Saturday from September through May.

Top of the Hill Gang – MMC (map) On Summer Vacation

This ride is approximately 25-30 miles and the route varies each week. This group enjoys some beautiful routes. The average speed of this group ranges from 13-15 mph and is a no drop ride. Post ride we have been known to stop off for coffee and light refreshments.

Sundays

Sunday Funday Gravel Ride MMC (map)
- On summer vacation

Calling all gravel riders to join us for Sunday FunDay Gravel Ride. The ride will be a mix of everything from gravel, roads, singletrack and just plain fun. Plan on riding around 40 miles, which is approximately 3 1/2 hours. There will be one group and this is a no drop ride and lots of fun.

Summer Night Rides

We’ve teamed up to invite all riders of all levels and skills to join us for this incredible adventure on the trails! We’ll kick off each ride between 6:30-7:00 PM at the Pemberton Trailhead parking lot, inside of McDowell Mountain Regional Park.

Post ride we enjoy food/raffles. We normally raffle at 9:00 PM.

If the weather and/or conditions don’t allow for riding – we normally post on the MMC website and McDowell Mountain Regional Park will post notice.

**Please remind your groups to have cash for the pay station small bills greatly appreciated, if they don’t have a park pass.

Summer Night Ride Dates:

Saturday, June 7th – Kick Off Ride
Saturday, June 14th
Saturday, July 19th
Saturday, July 26th
Saturday, August 9th – Last Ride

Maps

McDowell Mountain Regional Park (Download PDF Map)

Fountain Hills & Connecting Trails (Interactive Map)