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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) Female […]
Date Change! 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 […]
Join us for an important community meeting at 6 PM on February 10, 2026, at the new Flyway Breckenridge Brewery in the Breckenridge Center at the southeast corner of I-430 and Rodney Parham Blvd. We apologize for the late notice. This conversation is one you will not want to miss. Our guest speaker will be […]
Location Allison, Arkansas Allison is located along the White River at the junctions of Highways 5, 9, & 14. It is 5.9 miles north of Mountain View. Racer Check In and Start Racers can check in Friday February 13, 2026 from 4pm - 9pm and Saturday February 14, 2026 beginning at 6:00am Check in will […]
This next Saturday, Valentine’s Day, Evan Walden will lead a 2.5 mile hike at the Kings River Falls. Hikers can meet Evan at the Harps grocery store parking lot in Huntsville AR at 9:00 am to follow him to the parking area for King’s River Falls. Find details below. Highlands Chapter Dayhike: King’s River Falls Loop […]
The Run the Line Half Marathon is a unique opportunity to run in one half marathon in Texas and Arkansas on a USATF certified single-loop course. The race starts at W. Broad Street and Texas Blvd in downtown Texarkana, Texas, quickly moves into Arkansas, crosses back into Texas, and finishes in Texarkana, Arkansas. The course […]
Type of Hike: Explore this 3.8-mile loop trail near Little Rock, Arkansas. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 37 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and mountain biking, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day. The best times to visit […]
Women are invited to join in the weekly Wednesdays hikes at Pinnacle Mountain State Park, led by park interpreters! For access to the hike-of-the-week gathering time and place, join the Pinnacle Mountain WW group on Facebook or call the park office at (501) 868-5806. The hiking times vary per season.
The Buffalo Headwaters Challenge presented by Adventure Subaru is a three-day, all-inclusive, "off the grid" mountain bike and trail running festival. It includes 5 meals, libations, primitive tent and RV camping, live music, and amazing trails, highlighted by the annual “Challenge” ride and this year the new run on Saturday, January 31st, 2026. The “Challenge” ride […]
100 Mile Start: Saturday, February 21, 2026 6:00AM 34 hour cutoff, Sunday, February 22,2026 4:00pm 20:24 min/mile pace Course Records: Male 19:36:36 (Karl Meltzer - 2022) Female 21:45:41 (Bea Miller – 2023) 100k Start: Saturday, February 21, 2026 6AM 21 hour cutoff, Sunday, February 22, 2026 3:00am 20:16 min/mile pace Course Records: Male 8:12:15 (Preston […]
7:30-8:50 am Packet Pickup 8:55 Kids Dash (Meet at the Start Line and we will walk participants out to the starting area) 9:00 am National Anthem and Race Start! Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!
This is a Rose Creek Initiative Outing! If you have any questions, please email Mike Sprague at msprague17@hotmail.com, or call or text him at 406-370-4792. Meet at: the warehouse parking lot (2226 North Cantrell Road, Little Rock, AR 72202) near Gill Street and near where Rose Creek enters the Arkansas River. From there we will […]
The Central Arkansas Astronomical Society will be hosting for the public a Star Party at Lake Sylvia State Park on Saturday February 21, 2026 from 6:30-10:00 PM There will be a presentation at the Park Lodge, at 6:00 PM about the Celestial objects that can be observed during the Star Party. If the weather forecast calls for […]
New Date! Race hosted by the River Valley Runners •Kicks off the 2025 Grand 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 […]
Women are invited to join in the weekly Wednesdays hikes at Pinnacle Mountain State Park, led by park interpreters! For access to the hike-of-the-week gathering time and place, join the Pinnacle Mountain WW group on Facebook or call the park office at (501) 868-5806. The hiking times vary per season.
Day, Date: Thursday, February 26 Name of Hike: Dynamite Trail Location: Pinnacle Mountain State Park; 11901 Pinnacle Valley Road Type of Hike: Loop Hiking Distance: 4 -4.6 miles. Two hours to complete Elevation Difference: 330 feet Rating: Moderate Features: This is a moderately strenuous, multi-use trail with steep slope switchbacks; however it is less strenuous than Pinnacle Mountain summit trails. It includes great views overlooking […]
Send It South is your launchpad for end-of-winter adventures. Music, food, friends, and scenic rides to tackle together—what more does an adventure need? Set in the foothills of the Ozark Mountains amidst a world-renowned network of trails and America’s most bike-friendly town, Send It South transforms the Momentary into your home base for a festival like […]
RUN RARE: The Rarety 5K is more than just a race... it’s a movement. A celebration. A call to action. It’s a heartfelt and high-energy event powered by Rarety, a nonprofit organization founded by Taylor, a Class of 2026 student who has been bravely battling a rare disease for years. This 5K honors the often […]
February 28, 2026 is the Rule of $3.99 community bike extravaganza! We’ll gather that Saturday morning at Bike Rack Brewing and head out for some beautiful miles on NWA tarmac, gravel, and singletrack...all on one bike. Afterwards we’ll convene back together at Bike Rack for beer, food, and fellowship. Send it South is happening across the Green at The Momentary, be […]
The Southern Enduro Tour (SET) visits Texas, Arkansas and Oklahoma offering the best variety of terrain in the mid-west and creating a regional championship that is both challenging and fun for any mountain biker that is seeking a premium race experience. At the season finale the SET will crown competitors as the best all-around riders! […]
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