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Pink’s Adult Bike Night is back and YOU ARE INVITED!! Please join us Friday, April 10th @ 6:45 PM (arrive early for goodies, while they last) at the Clinton Parking Lot. We will roll out at 7:15 PM. This will be an easy and fun ride as we make our way to Dickey-Stephens Park to […]
50th Annual Hogeye Marathon & Relays, Springdale, Arkansas- Non Profit Event Over $35K raised for local charities in 2025! 26.2 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 […]
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 […]
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. We will have pancakes […]
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.
Come have some fun with us April 11th, 2026 in Hardy, Arkansas, along the beautiful Spring River! We wanted to create something fun and inexpensive for people to come do in our little corner of the Ozarks. The kid's races are intended to be a great entry into the sport of cycling - no drama, […]
Saturday, April 11, 2026 9:00 AM 12:00 PM Lost Valley Trail 36.01012° N, 93.37428° W Boxley Valley, AR USA Map - Lost Valley Road Join us in preparing one of Buffalo National River's most popular trails for hiking season. We'll meet at the pavilion for a safety briefing before we dispatch to the trail. The park will […]
Rock the Ridge is a family-friendly gravel event rolling through the quiet roads and ridge lines around Pea Ridge, Arkansas. We’ve designed two routes so everyone can share the day whether you’re brand-new to gravel riding or looking for a solid early-season challenge. Routes Gravel Beginnings: 13-Mile Loop: Low-traffic gravel and paved sections, welcoming to all ages […]
Join us for a rally-style celebration of cycling, culture, and community in the heart of the Arkansas Delta. This 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, […]
Please note: You do NOT need a USA Cycling license to register for this event. April 11, 2026 we’ll gather together at Hazel Valley Ranch in Fayetteville, Arkansas and head out for some beautiful miles on NWA gravel. Expect routes of 45 and 64 miles in the Ozark National Forest. Afterwards we’ll convene back together at the ranch for Bike Rack […]
The Iron Mountain XC is an AMBCS (Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship Series) mountain bike race contested on the lengendary trail system of Iron Mountain which is located on DeGray Lake just outside of Caddo Valley, Arkansas. This is a USA Cycling-sanctioned race and there are categories for all ages and levels. An annual licenses is […]
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 Arkansas Interscholastic Cycling League was organized in 2015 to provide a fun, safe and high quality mountain biking program for students in grades 6 to 12. With the cooperation of our partners and our sponsors, we are able to provide a competitive mountain bike racing experience. Regardless of ability level, the Arkansas League is […]
Welcome to the 35th running of the Ouachita Trail 50 Endurance Run! We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations and profits for this event will go to Pinnacle Mountain State Park. The OT50 was started by a group of early Arkansas ultra runners who came together, drew from their various ultra race experiences, and committed […]
Get ready to kick up some dust, raise a glass, and possibly a rifle—Double Barrel Gravel turns 10, and we're throwing the ultimate gravel bash at the iconic Benton County Quail Barn! Phat Tire Bike Shop and the Quail Barn invite every gravel lover to experience NWA’s finest gravel roads—packed with that perfect Northwest Arkansas charm. Choose your […]
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. Complete all six rounds, and you OUTLAST. This isn't […]
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. Routes […]
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.
Pulaski Heights Middle School will host the 10th annual Panther Prowl 5K on Saturday, April 25 at 8:00 a.m. The race, which begins and ends at PHMS, takes runners through the historic Hillcrest neighborhood, home to the public middle school, and meanders through scenic Knoop Park. Funds raised benefit the teachers and students of PHMS […]
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. Race date is Saturday, April 26. The last day to register […]
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