<?xml version="1.0" encoding="us-ascii"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:slash="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/slash/"><channel><image><url>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/cms/images/logo-ftr.png</url><title>McDowell Mountain Regional Park</title><link>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/park-locator/</link></image><title>McDowell Mountain Regional Park</title><link>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/park-locator/</link><description>McDowell Mountain Regional Park News and Information</description><atom:link type="application/rss+xml" rel="self" href="https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/rss/parks.aspx?Park=McDowell+Mountain+Regional+Park&amp;ParkNews=1" /><language>en-us</language><copyright>Copyright 2016 Maricopa County</copyright><item><title>MCDOWELL - Temporary Water Shutoff</title><link>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/mcdowell---temporary-water-shutoff/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">MCDOWELL - Temporary Water Shutoff Thu, 10 Jul 2025 10:46:00 MST 4805</guid><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 10:46:00 MST</pubDate><description> <![CDATA[Due to scheduled infrastructure upgrades, all water sources at McDowell Mountain Regional Park - including restrooms, drinking fountains, and irrigation - will be shut off starting July 16. Please bring extra drinking water with you and plan accordingly for your visit.]]></description></item><item><title>Event Alert: Pemberton Trailhead closure</title><link>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/event-alert-pemberton-trailhead-closure/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">Event Alert: Pemberton Trailhead closure Thu, 18 Sep 2025 15:15:00 MST 4856</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Sep 2025 15:15:00 MST</pubDate><description> <![CDATA[Pemberton Trailhead will be closed this Saturday (9/20) for a running event. The Pemberton Trail will remain open via access from other trailheads. Expect increase traffic on Friday and Saturday, especially in the evenings.]]></description></item><item><title>Maricopa County Parks Requesting Modest Fee Adjustments</title><link>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/maricopa-county-parks-requesting-modest-fee-adjustments/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">Maricopa County Parks Requesting Modest Fee Adjustments Wed, 1 Oct 2025 23:00:00 MST 4870</guid><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2025 23:00:00 MST</pubDate><description> <![CDATA[To cover increased demand and rising operating costs, the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department is proposing modest adjustments to some park user fees.]]></description></item><item><title>McDOWELL Invasive Species Treatment - Feb 26 - March 20</title><link>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/mcdowell-invasive-species-treatment---feb-26---march-20/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">McDOWELL Invasive Species Treatment - Feb 26 - March 20 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:00:00 MST 5007</guid><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:00:00 MST</pubDate><description> <![CDATA[Professional ecological contractors will be treating the following areas within the park for invasive species:

TRAILS: Areas impacted by the Diamond Wildfire, Pemberton Trail and  150TH Spur
SPECIES: Annual invasive grasses and Stinknet 
METHODS: Foliar Spot Application Herbicide Treatment

P [...]]]></description></item><item><title>Maricopa County's regional parks set May 1 as the start date for the annual fire ban</title><link>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/maricopa-countys-regional-parks-set-may-1-as-the-start-date-for-the-annual-fire-ban/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">Maricopa County's regional parks set May 1 as the start date for the annual fire ban Thu, 10 Apr 2025 13:43:00 MST 4717</guid><pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 13:43:00 MST</pubDate><description> <![CDATA[The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department will initiate its annual fire ban on Thursday, May 1, 2025. The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department's annual fire ban will go into effect the same day.]]></description></item><item><title>McDOWELL - Parking Lot Resurfacing</title><link>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/mcdowell---parking-lot-resurfacing/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">McDOWELL - Parking Lot Resurfacing Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:02:00 MST 4721</guid><pubDate>Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:02:00 MST</pubDate><description> <![CDATA[Crews will be resurfacing the parking lots in the park May 5-15. Please plan for temporary lot closures by having a backup parking lot selected for your visit. Our apologies for the inconvenience. Thank you!]]></description></item><item><title>ANNUAL FIRE BAN: MAY 1 - SEPT 30</title><link>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/annual-fire-ban-may-1---sept-30/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">ANNUAL FIRE BAN: MAY 1 - SEPT 30 Thu, 10 Apr 2025 13:43:00 MST 4869</guid><pubDate>Thu, 10 Apr 2025 13:43:00 MST</pubDate><description> <![CDATA[The Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department will initiate its annual fire ban on Thursday, May 1, 2025. The City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department's annual fire ban will go into effect the same day.]]></description></item><item><title>Rowland Campground Closure Alert</title><link>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/rowland-campground-closure-alert/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">Rowland Campground Closure Alert Fri, 2 May 2025 16:12:00 MST 4780</guid><pubDate>Fri, 2 May 2025 16:12:00 MST</pubDate><description> <![CDATA[The South Loop of the Rowland Campground is closed from 05/01-08/30 for maintenance repairs. The North Loop will be closed from 05/01 for repairs but will reopen 05/10/2025. ]]></description></item><item><title>Maricopa County Regional Parks Buy One, Get One Camping Promotion Returns With Changes</title><link>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/maricopa-county-regional-parks-buy-one-get-one-camping-promotion-returns-with-changes/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">Maricopa County Regional Parks Buy One, Get One Camping Promotion Returns With Changes Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:53:00 MST 4842</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Sep 2025 15:53:00 MST</pubDate><description> <![CDATA[Since 2008, the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department has offered a Buy One, Get One camping promotion. And, we're pleased to announce it will return this season on September 18!]]></description></item><item><title>Maricopa County Parks Requesting Modest Fee Adjustments</title><link>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/maricopa-county-parks-requesting-modest-fee-adjustments/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">Maricopa County Parks Requesting Modest Fee Adjustments Wed, 1 Oct 2025 11:21:00 MST 4960</guid><pubDate>Wed, 1 Oct 2025 11:21:00 MST</pubDate><description> <![CDATA[To cover increased demand and rising operating costs, the Maricopa County Parks and Recreation Department is proposing modest adjustments to some park user fees. ]]></description></item><item><title>Maricopa County Parks Announces Approved Fee Adjustments to Support Park Sustainability and Improvements</title><link>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/maricopa-county-parks-announces-approved-fee-adjustments-to-support-park-sustainability-and-improvements/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">Maricopa County Parks Announces Approved Fee Adjustments to Support Park Sustainability and Improvements Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:03:00 MST 4966</guid><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:03:00 MST</pubDate><description> <![CDATA[The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has approved the Parks and Recreation Department's proposed fees, effective January 1, 2026, with additional phased adjustments in 2027 and 2028. The fee changes reflect a carefully considered approach to sustaining park operations, enhancing visitor experien [...]]]></description></item><item><title>SYSTEMWIDE - No Burn Day</title><link>https://www.maricopacountyparks.net/systemwide---no-burn-day/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">SYSTEMWIDE - No Burn Day Mon, 6 Apr 2026 10:42:00 MST 5095</guid><pubDate>Mon, 6 Apr 2026 10:42:00 MST</pubDate><description> <![CDATA[The Maricopa County Air Quality Department has declared a No Burn Day for Monday, April 6 due to elevated levels of PM10 (dust).]]></description></item></channel></rss>