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The Arkansas Traveller is one of the oldest 100 miles races there is, already having 31 runnings under our belt(buckle). What makes the AT100 so unique among the many ultras today is the combination of volunteer support from many in the running community and beyond, the beautiful scenery of the Ouachita Trail and Forest Service […]
The Arkansas Traveller is one of the oldest 100 miles races there is, already having 31 runnings under our belt(buckle). What makes the AT100 so unique among the many ultras today is the combination of volunteer support from many in the running community and beyond, the beautiful scenery of the Ouachita Trail and Forest Service […]
Come run and/or walk the beautiful streets of downtown El Dorado, Arkansas and surrounding areas for this challenging, but fun 5K/10K! Join us for the 5th annual MusicFest 5K/10K. We are hoping for rain-free conditions and even a bigger turnout than 2022! Late registration will be 7-7:30am on Oct 7. Race will begin at 7:35 […]
Come run and/or walk the beautiful streets of downtown El Dorado, Arkansas and surrounding areas for this challenging, but fun 5K/10K! Join us for the 5th annual MusicFest 5K/10K. We are hoping for rain-free conditions and even a bigger turnout than 2022! Late registration will be 7-7:30am on Oct 7. Race will begin at 7:35 […]
Get ready for a spine-tingling trail run like no other! Tap into your inner Jack Torrance and join us on Saturday, October 7th for the first-annual Here’s Johnny 10k RedRun at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve. Racers will navigate the eerie woods of Coler, starting in the misty valley heading through parts of the “Here’s Johnny” […]
Jonesboro Police DARE will be hosting the DARE 2 Tread event for the 6th year! We had a great turnout in 2022! We are excited about 2023! On October 14th, we want you to come out and enjoy our trails at Craighead forest. We will start by access 1 at the boat ramp area. The […]
Jonesboro Police DARE will be hosting the DARE 2 Tread event for the 6th year! We had a great turnout in 2022! We are excited about 2023! On October 14th, we want you to come out and enjoy our trails at Craighead forest. We will start by access 1 at the boat ramp area. The […]
The Arkansas Marathon is one of the oldest and most unique marathons in the South. The race is not crowded, parking is easy and the scenery is great. In fact, you may find yourself sharing the road with deer, turkey, squirrels and an odd rabbit or two. The road course places you with the view […]
The Arkansas Marathon is one of the oldest and most unique marathons in the South. The race is not crowded, parking is easy and the scenery is great. In fact, you may find yourself sharing the road with deer, turkey, squirrels and an odd rabbit or two. The road course places you with the view […]
RUN FOR THE CINNAMON ROLL! New this year, there will be a special Get Downtown Race T-Shirt! The Get Downtown Festival Races include a 10k, 5k, Kids Fun Run & Doggie Dash. The 10k and 5k will take place on the 8 Mile Creek Trail in Paragould, Arkansas. (Race Routes Below). All racers are congratulated […]
Bringing together trail running, Mountain Biking, & Rock Climbing over a 3-day festival-style event. Free camping, great food, live music, and a load of fun & games! Friday - 5k Kickstart the weekend on the famed North Sylamore Creek Hiking Trail. The 5k trail run traverses out of the hollow to a stunning view of […]
Bringing together trail running, Mountain Biking, & Rock Climbing over a 3-day festival-style event. Free camping, great food, live music, and a load of fun & games! Friday - 5k Kickstart the weekend on the famed North Sylamore Creek Hiking Trail. The 5k trail run traverses out of the hollow to a stunning view of […]
Description 2023 will be the 12th year for the Devils Den Trail Race. The Devils Den Trail Race is a trail run/race at Devils Den State Park directed by Extreme Events, LLC. There are three courses/distances. The routes go over some of the recently improved mountain bike and hiking trails along Lee Creek. All races […]
Description 2023 will be the 12th year for the Devils Den Trail Race. The Devils Den Trail Race is a trail run/race at Devils Den State Park directed by Extreme Events, LLC. There are three courses/distances. The routes go over some of the recently improved mountain bike and hiking trails along Lee Creek. All races […]
The Creep ‘N Crawl Half/5K & Lil’ Monsters Dash is a family-oriented event offering some Halloween fun with a healthy dose of physical fitness. Grab the scariest, funniest, wildest, goofiest, most creative costume you can think of and join us at Two Rivers Parks for a Howlin’ Ghoul Time!
The Hare Mountain 100 is a point-to-point 100-mile run, that incorporates 2 scenic spur loops, along the Ozark Highlands Trail in the Northwestern part of Arkansas across the Boston Mountain segment. Hare Mountain is the highest point on the OHT at nearly 2400 feet. This segment covers 164 miles of rocky, steep, and rugged forest […]
The Hare Mountain 100 is a point-to-point 100-mile run, that incorporates 2 scenic spur loops, along the Ozark Highlands Trail in the Northwestern part of Arkansas across the Boston Mountain segment. Hare Mountain is the highest point on the OHT at nearly 2400 feet. This segment covers 164 miles of rocky, steep, and rugged forest […]
The Arkansas 20K will start and end at the River Center in Benton. All turns are marked with large signs with arrows. The race will be chip timed. The course will remain open until 11:00am. Temperatures can range from the mid-50s to mid- 80s. Humidity can sometimes be high. The 20K is an excellent test/training […]
The Arkansas 20K will start and end at the River Center in Benton. All turns are marked with large signs with arrows. The race will be chip timed. The course will remain open until 11:00am. Temperatures can range from the mid-50s to mid- 80s. Humidity can sometimes be high. The 20K is an excellent test/training […]
Half marathon, 10K, 5K and Fun Run running festival. The half marathon distance will take runners through the city and into the countryside on the streets of Conway, Arkansas. Runners will experience the beauty of the UCA campus with tons of cheering students along the routes. Come enjoy a beautiful fall day with the start/finish […]
Half marathon, 10K, 5K and Fun Run running festival. The half marathon distance will take runners through the city and into the countryside on the streets of Conway, Arkansas. Runners will experience the beauty of the UCA campus with tons of cheering students along the routes. Come enjoy a beautiful fall day with the start/finish […]
Race the Base Trail Run Saturday 11-4-2023 9 a.m. Race the Base is a 4-mile Trail Run with a mixture of paved trails, gravel roads, and technical single track. This race is a fundraiser for Partners for Pinnacle, working to keep Pinnacle Mountain State Park accessible and enjoyable for generations. ________________________________________ Event Details: Race parking […]
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