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SUMMARY:Outback in the Ozarks Pure Trail Edition
DESCRIPTION:Experience the thrill of the 120-mile adventure relay through the breathtaking Ozark Mountains surrounding Lake Leatherwood in Eureka Springs\, Arkansas. Each runner tackles three unique trail segments—totaling 15 miles—working together in true relay style to conquer the course.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/outback-in-the-ozarks-pure-trail-edition/
LOCATION:Lake Leatherwood\, 14582 US-62\, Eureka Springs\, 72632\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:Mile Zero
DESCRIPTION:Mile Zero: Delta Outdoor Festival\nA weekend celebration of adventure\, culture\, and community. The event combines cycling\, running\, paddling\, and birding experiences to showcase the Delta’s stunning landscape. \n\nMile Zero offers a wide array of activities for participants of all ages and abilities\, including: \n– Gravel and road cycling routes connecting to the Delta Heritage Trail and the Crowley’s Ridge Gravel Trail from scenic beginner paths to challenging routes for advanced riders. \n– The Low Road Marathon\, offering a unique running experience through the heart of the Delta. \n– Guided e-bike birding tours to Saint Francis National Forest and Mississippi River State Park during peak spring migration. \n– A 600 Mile gravel biking odyssey that highlights the best of the Arkansas Delta and Crowley’s Ridge (free multiday event\, register here: bikereg.com/helena600) \n– Mississippi River State Park paddling and birding excursions. \n– Community-centered activities including a bike block party\, learn-to-ride sessions\, bicycle giveaways\, and community meals for local youth and their families. \n————————————–\nFormerly known as the Delta Grind\, the event has been rebranded as Mile Zero to reflect a new chapter rooted more deeply in Helena’s identity\, landscape\, and long-term future. \nThe name Mile Zero draws inspiration from Helena’s position as a gateway to the Delta; where trails\, rivers\, history\, and culture converge. The rebrand signals an intentional transition toward local stewardship\, with the long-term vision of the event becoming a community-supported celebration led by the City of Helena\, ensuring its sustainability for years to come. \n————————————–\n“Mile Zero is more than an outdoor festival — it’s a strategic step toward positioning Helena as a hub for recreation\, culture\, and community vitality\,” said Ammen Jordan\, Director of studioDRIFT. “By connecting trails\, rivers\, and public spaces\, we are building an experience that strengthens the local economy and enhances quality of life for residents and visitors alike.” \nThe festival supports studioDRIFT’s Crowley’s Ridge Gravel Trail Project\, a long-term initiative to expand trail connectivity\, foster sustainable outdoor recreation\, and drive economic growth across the Delta. \n————————————–\nJoin us for a rally-style celebration of cycling\, culture\, and community in the heart of the Arkansas Delta. \nThis unique event blends the best of gravel and road riding with the Delta’s vibrant soul — live music\, local food\, and cultural experiences that honor the region’s deep roots in music\, history\, and heritage. From mellow scenic routes to gnarly\, gravel-grinding challenges\, there’s a course for every rider — and now\, new routes! \n\n————————————–\nThe perfect mash-up of fun and folly!\n————————————–\nSCHEDULE\nSATURDAY (4/11 @ Kelley Courtyard — 415 Cherry St)\nMARATHON – RUNNERS\n\n7 – 8am  Check In\n8am Pre-run Meeting\n8:15 Bus Departs\n9am Start\n1pm  – 5pm Food & Entertainment\n\nROAD & GRAVEL – RIDERS\n\n8 – 9:30am  Check In\n9:45am Pre-ride Meeting\n10am Start\n1pm  – 5pm Food & Entertainment\n\nHALF MARATHON\, 5K AND 1 MILE – RUNNERS/WALKERS\n\n8 – 9:30am  Check In\n10:10 am Start\n1pm  – 5pm Food & Entertainment\n\n Friday Options (4/10) \n\n3pm – casual group ride (start from 430 Cherry St.)\n3pm – casual group run (start from 430 Cherry St.)\n\nSunday Opportunities (4/12)  \n\nGuided canoe outing on the Mississippi\nGuided birding outings\n\n————————————–\nSATURDAY ROUTE OPTIONS\nCYCLING – ridewithgps\nRUNNING & WALKING ROUTES – ridewithgps\n————————————–\nWHAT TO EXPECT\n\nRUNNERS & WALKERS\n\nMarathon – explore Marianna before transitioning to sandy gravel roads through a state park and a national forest characterized by tall timber and cypress swamps\, flanked by the unique geological rise of Crowley’s Ridge\, all the way to historic Helena.\nHalf Marathon – savor downtown Helena\, passing cultural landmarks and a levee overlook before transitioning to sandy gravel roads outside of town on your way to a magical destinations in the St. Francis National Forest.\n5k & Mural Mile – enjoy Helena and its beautiful River Park\n\n\nRIDERS\n\nSome of the best riding in the heart of the Nation\n\n\n\n————————————–\nIMPORTANT INFO\n\nALL ROUTES ARE UNMARKED – you MUST have a GPS app or written/printed directions\nZERO WASTE EVENT – BYO bottle/hydration pack recommended. Water jugs on course.\nSELF SUPPORT RIDE – BYO tire repair\, pump\, tools\, etc.\nAid Stations will be provided and marked on map; bring cash for convenience store treats\nRolling SAG for DNF only\n\n————————————–\n LOOKING FOR LODGING OPTIONS\, BIKEPACKING ROUTES?  CLICK HERE \n ————————————- \nEVENT PARTNERS\nThis year’s event collaborators include the Helena Chamber\, A&P\, Thrive\, and Mississippi River State Park.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/mile-zero-2/
LOCATION:Kelly Courtyard\, 415 Cherry St\, Helena-West Helena\, 72342\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cycling (Road & Mountain),Paddling,Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:Hogeye Marathon & Relays
DESCRIPTION:50th Annual Hogeye Marathon & Relays\, Springdale\, Arkansas- Non Profit Event\nOver $35K raised for local charities in 2025!\n26.2 miles of beautiful rolling course\, mostly streets with some paved trail sections. Run by city parks\, and through the minor league baseball park before finishing on the Razorback Greenway and in Downtown Springdale. The Half Marathon is also the state’s longest continuously-running half\, just like the marathon. You will be able to take in parts of Lake Fayetteville before returning to the Downtown Springdale finish. The 4-Person Marathon Relay uses the same marathon course so you’ll be able to get a smaller taste of the fabulous southern hospitality the Hogeye Marathon has become known for. And\, run the marathon or half as the first relay runner. Get your work crew or your running buddies together to compete. All events\, including the 10K & 5K (register on another site) on Sunday FUNDay are part of the Hogeye Team Challenge & benefit Northwest Arkansas charitable causes-see website for info. You can also register for the 5K or 10K at Race Wizard- after Nov. 1.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/hogeye-marathon-relays-4/
LOCATION:Downtown Springdale\, 106 W Emma Ave\,\, Springdale\, AR\, 72764\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:Iron Mountain Legend
DESCRIPTION:Iron Mountain Legend trail run is held on the epic trails of Iron Mountain just outside Caddo Valley on DeGray Lake.  With 11K\, 27K and 42K options…there is something for everyone. Post-race food and drink\, plus a unique finisher medal will make it a day to remember.  The start/finish line will be at the Iron Mountain Lodge & Marina. On-course aid stations with lots of tasty treats to keep you fueled for a day in the Ouachita Mountains. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nEntry Priced With a Long-sleeve T-shirt\n\n  \nEntry Fees are priced with long-sleeve t-shirt\, but a participant has the option to select no shirt and SAVE $5 or upgrade a fleece hoodie for $20. Sizes not guaranteed after April 2\, 2026. If an item is ordered and the size is not available then a refund will be issued at packet pickup.  T-shirts and hoodies are also available for sale in the Merchandise store if additional items are wanted. \nRace Giveaway Options and Styles: \n\nNO Option – Save $5\nLong Sleeve Ringspun Cotton T-shirt (with entry) – Cotton unisex sizing.\nFleece Hoodie ($20 upgrade) – fleece hoodie with pockets in the front.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/iron-mountain-legend-5/
LOCATION:Iron Mountain Marina\, 134 Iron Mountain Marina Drive\, Arkadelphia\, AR\, 71923\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:Maumelle Charter Falcon Family 5k\, 1 Mile\, and Donut Dash
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Saturday\, April 11th for the third annual Maumelle Charter Falcon Family 5k\, 1 mile\, and Donut Dash. $30 online registration. Packet pickup will be at Lake Willastien park (Pavilion) from 5-7pm on Friday 4/10/25. Additionally\, Packet pickup will be the morning of the race starting at 7am. \nWe will have pancakes and bacon served at the finish line! \n-5k will do a clockwise loop and a half around the park.  Aid stations near mile one\, two\, and three. \n1 mile route will be one clockwise loop around the lake. \nThe event will be held at Lake Willastien. Race start and finish will be near the pavilion. \nFirst 100 finishers will be given a finisher’s medal. Register by March 22nd to guarantee a t-shirt. \nAwards for top 3 runners in male and female 5k division and the One mile Division. \nAwards for top 3 in Age Division\, Male and Female; 14 & under\, 15-19\, 20-29\, 30-39\, 40-49\, 50-59\, 60+ \nThe Donut Dash will be 45-70ish yards. The start line is a mystery. Each finisher will get a donut provided by the Maumelle Fraternal Order of Police. Winner will get the “Supreme Grand Champion” trophy. \nThe Virtual run is free of charge and open to those who want to participate but cannot make it to the event. No awards or medals given. \nIf interested in volunteering\, please contact adam.xaysuda@gmail.com
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/maumelle-charter-falcon-family-5k-1-mile-and-donut-dash-3/
LOCATION:Lake Willastein\, 309 Lake Willastein Drive\, Maumelle\, 72113\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:HealthWorks Fitness Center Boomtown Run
DESCRIPTION:HealthWorks Fitness Center in El Dorado\, AR is committed to the health and well-being of the people of South Arkansas.  The proceeds from this event will benefit our Parkinson’s program\, Rock Steady Boxing\, at HealthWorks Fitness Center.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/healthworks-fitness-center-boomtown-run-3/
LOCATION:Healthworks\, 304 North Madison\, El Dorado\, AR\, 71730\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260418T060000
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SUMMARY:Ouachita Trail 50
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 35th running of the Ouachita Trail 50 Endurance Run! \nWe are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.  All donations and profits for this event will go to Pinnacle Mountain State Park. \nThe OT50 was started by a group of early Arkansas ultra runners who came together\, drew from their various ultra race experiences\, and committed to putting on a quality fifty miler in Arkansas. As the oldest enduring Arkansas Ultra Running Association event\, that intent lives on. The 50 mile and 50 km runs feature a picturesque climb over Pinnacle Mountain followed by an out-and-back traversing the rolling hills along the north shore of beautiful Lake Maumelle. Get ready for scenic\, rocky\, single-track as you tour Pinnacle Mountain State Park and the eastern part of the 222 mile Ouachita National Recreation Trail. \nProceeds benefit Pinnacle Mountain State Park \nGeneral Information: \nLocation: Maumelle Park\, Little Rock\, Arkansas\, Pavilion # 8 \nStarting Time: 6:00 AM for 50 Mile and 50 Km. Runners must check in at the pavilion a minimum of 30 minutes before the start time. \nPackets: Race packets may be picked up on Friday\, April 17th from 3pm-6pm at Fleet Feet Little Rock – 11525 Cantrell Rd #102\, Little Rock\, AR or at Pavilion #8 on race morning.  FOR SAFETY REASONS\, BIBS & TIMING CHIPS WILL NOT BE ISSUED UNTIL RACE MORNING. \nCourse Description: Starting and ending with two miles of pavement between Maumelle Park and the eastern Ouachita Trail terminus at Pinnacle Mountain State Park\, the course features a picturesque climb over and around Pinnacle Mountain followed by an out-and-back along the shore of Lake Maumelle on the Ouachita National Recreation Trail. Most of the Ouachita Trail is a scenic\, rocky\, single-track foot path. The trail is permanently marked with blue blazes. Turns are marked with two blue blazes. Additional markers (blue and white striped ribbon) will also mark the course. The Pinnacle Mountain trails and loop are utilized on the “out” portion only. 50K participants will be diverted off of the OT around the 16 mile point and will follow a different approach to the Northshore Aid Station. The course involves several highway crossings\, and there will likely be no traffic control. Please be responsible and be careful! NOTE: If conditions are wet\, the course may be rerouted to avoid the top of Pinnacle Mountain. This is due to safety concerns and is mandated by the state park. \nAid: Eleven staffed aid stations for 50-mile; seven for 50Km. (See mileage/aid station chart) Carrying at least one fluid bottle is HIGHLY advised. Aid station fare includes water\, Gatorade\, soft drinks\, chips\, cookies\, crackers\, candy\, peanuts\, various sandwiches\, bananas\, oranges and whatever creative items our amazing aid captains come up with.  They put out a very nice spread! No Advil\, Aspirin\, or other pain relievers will be supplied at aid stations.\n \nCrew access: Crews can meet runners at East Pinnacle Parking Lot\, West Summit Trailhead\, Northshore\, and the Hwy 10 turnaround only. \nDrop Bags: Drop bags will be taken to the Northshore and Hwy 10 (50 mile only) aid stations. Please label drop bags with these names\, your name and bib number to avoid confusion. Bags can be dropped off during race check-in. We will try to return bags to the finish area as soon as possible. Please pick up drop bags after the race or make arrangements for them\, as they will not be mailed back to you. \nCut-off Times: There is a 13-hour time limit for the 50 Miler\, and 7:00 PM cut-off for both races. Runners registered in the 50 Mile have the option to change to the 50Km during the race. To continue in the 50 Mile race\, a runner must exit the Northshore aid station by 10:15 AM (out-bound) and 3:20 PM (returning)\, the Hwy 10 Turnaround aid station by 12:50 PM\, and East Pinnacle aid station (returning) by 6:05 PM. To continue in the 50k race\, a runner must exit North Shore by 1:20 PM and East Pinnacle by 6:05 PM (returning). These cut off times will be strictly enforced. \nRace Shirts: You will have the option of choosing a Women’s or Men’s fit race shirt.  However\, you must register by March 11th to guarantee your shirt size.  If you register after that date you may be given a shirt from the prior year. \nAwards: Finishing awards will be awarded to each 50K and 50 Mile finisher. Overall awards to first male and female\, open and masters finisher in the 50K and 50 Mile. Awards will be presented as you finish. \nFinish Line Food: The race will be catered again this year.  You will receive one meal ticket at the finish line.  Options TBA soon.  Bring cash if you think you will want more than one meal for you or your family. \nRace Parking: Volunteers will be directing arriving runners on race morning in order to park as many vehicles as possible at pavilion number 8. Your cooperation will help us achieve this. If overflow parking is required\, please use the parking lot for the pavilions just inside Maumelle Park (see map in the runner packet). It is critical that you DO NOT park along Pinnacle Valley Road. \nRace Director: Stacey Shaver\, email (preferred) OT50@Runarkansas.com
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/ouachita-trail-50-4/
LOCATION:Maumelle Park Pavilion #8\, 9009 Pinnacle Valley Road\, Little Rock\, AR\, 72223\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:OUTLAST
DESCRIPTION:OUTLAST is a 6-hour trail endurance challenge where runners complete a 5K every hour\, on the hour. Each lap must be finished within the hour to stay in the event. If you finish early\, you rest until the next round. Miss a lap\, and you’re out. \nComplete all six rounds\, and you OUTLAST. \nThis isn’t just about speed — it’s about pacing\, discipline\, and mental grit. Whether you’re trying to survive all six or win your division\, the challenge is the same: show up each hour\, push your limits\, and stay in it. \nEach course is trail-based\, with natural terrain\, elevation\, and unpredictable conditions. You’ll have time between rounds to recover\, refuel\, and refocus — but not much. \n  \nWhat You Earn: \n​4 laps = Bronze “Grit Earned” leather patch\n5 laps = Silver “Survivor” leather patch\n6 laps = Premium “OUTLAST” wooden medal\n​​\nAll participants receive an OUTLAST Tee & Sticker. \nTop male and female with the fastest combined 5K times at each event win the 1st Place OUTLAST award. \nFinishers are ranked on the national leaderboard—and the fastest runner across all OUTLAST 6-hour events will be crowned National Champion and take home $1\,000. \nThe 1st Place Male and Female 6-hour champions from each city will earn a spot in the Outlast Championship\, where they’ll compete against the best of the best at the end of the Tour\, and the 1st place male and female winners take home $1000 each. (This is separate from the national leaderboard prize money.) \nBy the end of the tour\, the top 100 best times nationally will be invited to also compete in the Outlast Championship. \n  \nFrequently Asked Questions: \nDo I have to run all 6 laps?\nNope. Run as many as you can. If you complete 4 or 5\, you’ll still earn a patch. Only those who finish all 6 get the OUTLAST medal and leaderboard ranking. \nWhat happens if I don’t finish a lap in time?\nYou’re out. The next lap starts at the top of the next hour\, and only those who completed the last lap on time can continue. \nHow is the race timed?\nEach 5K is timed individually. If you complete all 6\, your combined time counts toward the local win and national leaderboard. \nAre these trail races or road?\nEvery OUTLAST race is on trail terrain — dirt\, rocks\, roots\, and elevation. Sometimes some pavement and gravel. \nCan I walk?\nYes\, as long as you finish the 5K within the hour. But some courses are rugged\, and time can sneak up on you. \nAre there aid stations?\nYes. There will be water\, basic hydration\, and snacks at the basecamp/loop start. This is a cupless event — bring your own bottle or hydration system. \nWhat should I bring?\nTrail shoes\, hydration system\, layers (weather dependent)\, fuel between laps\, and grit. \nCan I setup a tent?\nAbsolutely\, bring your own aid station/tent setup. \nIs OUTLAST for beginners?\nYes — if you’re mentally tough. You don’t need to be fast\, just consistent and ready to suffer a little. \nHow do I win?\nIf you finish all 6 laps and have the fastest combined time\, you win your division (male/female). Winners are also added to the national leaderboard for a shot at the $1\,000 national prize & title.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/outlast/
LOCATION:Burns Park – Funland\, 4400 Funland\, North Little Rock\, 72118\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:Delta Grind
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the unique culture and beauty of the Arkansas Delta\, runners can expect a challenging and scenic course that showcases the beauty of the Delta region. Live music will be playing throughout the day\, and delicious food from local vendors served after the run.  Cupless event. BYO bottle/hydration pack recommended. Water jugs on course. \nRoutes –> ridewithgps.com \nLocation –> Kelly Courtyard\, 415 Cherry St\, Helena\, AR 72342 \n  \n“The first bit of the course runs through the town\, Past the Delta Cultural Center\, where the King Biscuit Blues radio show continues its daily broadcast\, just as it has for over 80 years. Up the brick path of the levee walk overlooking the port of Helena. Looking down on the ruins of old warehouses and wholesalers as the bricks turn to gravel and you head out of town. \n  \nLeaving the levee and entering the national forest\, the road moves further from the river. On the west side\, Crowley’s Ridge rises steeply. As geologic features go\, this one is pretty new. It was formed about 20\,000 years ago as windborne glacial loess accumulated here. Helena is the southern end of the ridge\, which extends about 200 miles north to Missouri and rises 250 feet above the otherwise pancake-flat region. \n  \nThe riverside to the east is a dense tangle of thick\, flat woods\, interrupted occasionally by cypress swamp. At first glance\, much of the scenery in the forest was not unlike the typical green tunnel you find elsewhere in the region\, but as the eyes began to soften and adjust\, differences appeared. \n  \nThe trees that make the consistent canopy are considerably taller than most you find in the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains. The timber industry was a main source of wealth in the Delta in the 19th century\, but most forests were cleared and turned to cotton\, rice\, and\, later\, soy fields. Most of the existing Arkansas mills are in the hilly parts of the state\, and those forests are more likely to be interspersed with recent cuts. \n  \nThe road itself was softer and sandier than non-Delta gravel roads\, making for an ideal running surface. \n  \nThere were more cool drinks waiting back at the finish\, with mocktails and cold local Arkansas and Mississippi beer set up in a brick-lined picnic area that had once been a building. The live blues music and barbeque kept 100% of the participants there for hours after the race ended. The liveliness of the scene on that block that afternoon gave hints of what had been and could be again in Helena. \n  \nAchieving that vibrancy and highlighting the culture and natural beauty of the town and surrounding areas is very much the intention of the organizers of the Delta Dash run and accompanying Delta Grind ride. The events are organized primarily by the nonprofit StudioDrift\, which aims to revitalize the Delta through placemaking and adventure tourism.”  Read the rest of Brian Hurley’s recap here: www.irunfar.com/recovery-run-running-as-revitalization-in-the-arkansas-delta \n  \n“The perfect mash-up of fun and folly\, all to support the creation of the Crowley’s Ridge Gravel Trail\,” said Ammen Jordan\, Director of studioDRIFT. “Helena is the perfect basecamp for a weekend of adventure.” \nCupless event. BYO bottle/hydration pack recommended. Water jugs on course. \n  \n27K tickets include lunch and music. Delta Grind is a family-friendly event that is open to the public.
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/delta-grind-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Helena\, 415 Cherry St\, Helena\, AR\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:Run for Hope 5K
DESCRIPTION:The Run for Hope 5K benefits Hope Cottage\, a domestic violence shelter in Searcy\, Arkansas. Established in 1996\, the shelter has since been a source of hope for survivors of domestic violence. We run to raise awareness and support those in need of hope. \nRace date is Saturday\, April 26. The last day to register and be guaranteed a t-shirt size is Friday\, April 11. \nThere will be awards for the top 3 overall\, top 3 masters\, and top 3 in each age group category: 1-9\, 10-19\, 20-29\, 30-39\, 40-49\, 50-59\, 60-69\, 70+
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/run-for-hope-5k-2/
LOCATION:Searcy Fitness Kickboxing\, 1211 E. Race Ave\, Searcy\, 72143\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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SUMMARY:Run for Autism
DESCRIPTION:Run for Autism is the first annual run\, 8K and 1 mile fun run in Fort Smith\, Arkansas benefiting The Griffin Promise Autism Center (GPAC). It is the mission of GPAC to grow resources\, event\, and community building for those in the River Valley with neurodiversity by providing relationship-based and neuro-affirming care through therapy service\, co-ops and various events throughout the year. \nCheck us out at thegriffinpromise.org
URL:https://arkansasoutside.com/event/run-for-autism-2/
LOCATION:Ben Geren Regional Park\, Golf Course Loop\, Fort Smith\, AR\, 72916\, United States
CATEGORIES:Running (Trail & Road)
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