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The annual loop-de-loop of Tucker Creek Trail in Conway, Arkansas, Loco is a laid back race with ample aid station support, approximately every half mile. We offer both full and half marathon distances. And with an eight hour time limit for both it's the perfect choice for a first full. (We are walker friendly!) Plus, […]
Welcome to year 12! Village Creek the Legend! Lace ‘em up tight! Like we always say, “Mud, Sweat, and Tears!” That’s what you will find here at Village Creek State Park—the 31st and 2nd largest in Arkansas. Located just 6 miles south of Wynne, Village Creek State Park encompasses nearly 7,000 acres. We have an […]
The City’s annual cold weather trail running race at Kessler Mountain Regional Park. The Frozen Toes 5K & 15K Trail Run is perfect for runners looking to transition from a 5K or 10K to a longer distance OR for those who want to try their first trail running race. The singletrack trails of Kessler Mountain […]
Race hosted by the River Valley Runners •Kicks off the 2025Grand Prix Season! •Run on a standard 400 meter track •Grand Prix Championship Event •Two separate heats to decrease track congestion Day of race registration: $35.00 Chili and all the fixin's will be provided The first One Hour Track Run was held in 1983 as […]
Take a trip to "The American Spa." Join us at Hot Springs National Park on Saturday, February 1, 2025 for this memorable trail half marathon. Known for its thermal fountains, open springs, mountain views, and stunning forested trails, Hot Springs National Park is one of the most unique and historic locations in the United States. […]
Arkansas' fastest and most scenic 15K! 100% paved course travels along the Arkansas River, Old Rock Quarry, Burns Park and more. The RiverTrail 15k will be a Grand Prix Championship race. It will also be an RRCA State Championship race. Packet pickup 1-31-25 at Rock City Running 11121 North Rodney Parham Road Suite 37B in […]
The Mount Ida Area Chamber of Commerce presents a wonderful opportunity to Love Our Outdoor Paradise! February 1st registration/check in will begin at 10am and the race will begin at 11am. We have reserved February 8th, as a backup date, in case the weather prevents the event on the 1st. A day of running/walking beginning […]
5K road race sponsored by the Jacksonville Parks and Recreation Department. Race starts at 8AM for all runners and walkers. Pre-registration $25, $15 for runners 12 and under. Race day registration $35, $25 for runners 12 and under.
In Nepal's folklore, Yeti is an "abominable Snowman", who looks like an ape, is taller than an average human, and is believed to live in the Himalayas, Siberia, Central and East Asia. Yeti, during pre-19th century, has been believed to be a "Glacier Being" who was worshipped by the indigenous communities. However, in Northwest, AR, he is […]
Race History: The Valentine's Day 5K dates back to the 1980's when it was known as the "Serendipity Run". 1994 marked the race's first inclusion in the Arkansas RRCA Grand Prix Series. Course Records: Male Overall: Wayne Stanley - 15:14 (1992) Female Overall: Leah Thorvilson - 17:14 (2010) Male Masters: Tom Aspel - 15:52 (1996) […]
25K - The Sylamore 25K course is nestled in the enchanting vicinity of Blanchard Springs Caverns and offers a captivating out-and-back course that spans 7.5 miles of rustic trails and a mile of pavement. Along this scenic journey, you’ll encounter the allure of crossing Sylamore Creek twice, one at the 2-mile mark and another at the 15-mile […]
100 Mile Start: Saturday, February 22,2025 6:00AM 34 hour cutoff, Sunday, February 23,2025 4:00pm 20:24 min/mile pace Course Records: Male 19:36:36 (Karl Meltzer - 2022) Female 23:34:00 (Bailee Wilkerson – 2017) 100k Start: Saturday, February 22,2025 6AM 21 hour cutoff, Sunday, February 23, 2025 3:00am 20:16 min/mile pace Course Records: Male 8:12:15 (Preston Cates - 2021) […]
The race is benefitting the Arkansas Foodbank. Your heart is one of the hardest working muscles in your body, and it beats around the clock, only getting a break when you relax or sleep. With so much riding on this essential muscle, it’s important to ensure you’re doing all you can to keep it in […]
Named as one of Runner’s World “Bucket List: 10 Great Marathons for First-Timers” in 2017, come fill your bucket at the Little Rock Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and Little Rockers Kids Marathon. A race with personality, loads of southern hospitality, tons of caring volunteers, a running or walking tour through the scenic streets of […]
The 4th annual Kindness Classic is a 5K, 10K and a 1K Kids Flash Dash along rolling hills in the shadow of Mount Magazine. Enjoy both waterfront and wooden landscapes as you run along the cart path surrounded by manicured fairways, smoothly sloping greens, and some of the most spectacular scenery in the state. Chamberlyne […]
Run or walk one or both CHASE RACE events! CHASE RACE 2-MILE is not only an AR Grand Prix Championship Race but a fun family event. Walkers & slower runners must yield to faster runners on course. All participants will be directed to right side of course streets. No dogs in this one please! Course […]
The Adam Brown Shamrock Run is held in the hometown of US Navy Chief Special Warfare Operator Adam Brown, who lost his life on Earth, on March 17, 2010 serving our country during combat operations in Afghanistan. All skill levels from walkers to runners, of all ages, are welcome to join us! Many wonderful individuals […]
Three Day Trailrunning Stage Race Three Days of Syllamo annual gathering at Blanchard Springs in the middle of March is old school trailrunning at it’s purest. The event was created by Steve Kirk in 2005 and has become a yearly pilgrimage to the Ozarks for many adventure seekers, reuniting for a weekend of challenging races, […]
The Matterhorn Towers will filled up to capacity. I implore you to book now. Tell them you are with the Hash House Harriers. MATTERHORN TOWERS | CALL 479-253-9602 | 130 W. VAN BUREN, EUREKA SPRINGS, AR. As always, you are responsible for booking and paying for your own room and they fill up fast. Eureka Springs is a popular place […]
IT'S BACK!! The Nutty Runner 5k is back and little nuttier than ever. 3 miles, 3 brews, tons a fun. We are throwing in back to our original 1 mile loop beginning and ending at the brewery where you'll consume your pints of Nutty Runner Nut Brown Ale on the CHB patio! New for 2025 […]
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