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24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell is an endurance rock climbing competition and festival, held annually on the last full weekend of September, within the steep sandstone cliff walls of Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, Jasper, AR. Teams of two have the opportunity to choose between a 12-hour and 24-hour event, and the festival lasts five days with […]
24 Hours of Horseshoe Hell is an endurance rock climbing competition and festival, held annually on the last full weekend of September, within the steep sandstone cliff walls of Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, Jasper, AR. Teams of two have the opportunity to choose between a 12-hour and 24-hour event, and the festival lasts five days with […] 
Save the Date for Rendezvous 2023! More details to come. For more information on this event, look at last year's at https://arkansascanoeclub.com/Rendezvous for an idea of the schedule and focus.
Save the Date for Rendezvous 2023! More details to come. For more information on this event, look at last year's at https://arkansascanoeclub.com/Rendezvous for an idea of the schedule and focus. 
Kessler Mountain Jam is an AMBCS (Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship Series) mountain bike race contested on the trails of Kessler Mountain in south Fayetteville, AR. This is a USA Cycling sanctioned race and there are categories for all ages and levels. An annual license is required to race in the Cat 1 category. The Novice […]
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What better way to kick out Domestic Violence awareness month of October than a charity gravel ride for our local domestic violence shelter Compassion's Foundation! Come join us in the SW Arkansas region as we move our charity event off of the pavement and to some beautiful gravel. More details to come! Event Details Choose […]
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Kessler Mountain Jam is an AMBCS (Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship Series) mountain bike race contested on the trails of Kessler Mountain in south Fayetteville, AR. This is a USA Cycling sanctioned race and there are categories for all ages and levels. An annual license is required to race in the Cat 1 category. The Novice […] |
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Mountainfilm on Tour brings a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed, and incredibly inspiring documentary films curated from the Mountainfilm festival held every Memorial Day weekend in Telluride, Colorado. Ozark Outdoor Supply is bringing the tour to Little Rock's Ron Robinson Theater with films that explore the themes connected to Mountainfilm’s mission: using the power of […]
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Mountainfilm on Tour brings a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed, and incredibly inspiring documentary films curated from the Mountainfilm festival held every Memorial Day weekend in Telluride, Colorado. Ozark Outdoor Supply is bringing the tour to Little Rock's Ron Robinson Theater with films that explore the themes connected to Mountainfilm’s mission: using the power of […] |
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This challenging 1000+ mile Ouachita Triple Crown bikepacking race takes competitors through the Ouachita Mountains and the Arkansas River Valley. Arkansas’ Epic Back Roads Bicycle Race! The Arkansas High Country Race has moved south to Hot Springs for 2023! In addition to the classic Arkansas High Country Route, this event will also feature the South […]
This challenging 1000+ mile Ouachita Triple Crown bikepacking race takes competitors through the Ouachita Mountains and the Arkansas River Valley. Arkansas’ Epic Back Roads Bicycle Race! The Arkansas High Country Race has moved south to Hot Springs for 2023! In addition to the classic Arkansas High Country Route, this event will also feature the South […] 
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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A Bicycle Tour of the Ouachita Mountains and the Talimena Scenic Drive The Wheel A’ Mena Bicycle Tour will be staged out of Mena, Arkansas which is located at the foothills of Rich Mountain and distances will be offered of either a 30-mile, 50-mile, and 70-mile route. This ride provides some of the best scenic […] |
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Proceeds from the Arky support our annual charity giving, including McGehee Boys' and Girl's Club, Big Dam Bridge Foundation, Recycle Bikes for Kids, Bicycle Advocacy of Central Arkansas, Bike League, Adventure Cycling Association, and others. IMPORTANT: THE NEW HWY 167, 4 LANE, DIVIDED BYPASS IS NOW OPEN. FROM PINE BLUFF OR LITTLE ROCK, TAKE THE […]
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Proceeds from the Arky support our annual charity giving, including McGehee Boys' and Girl's Club, Big Dam Bridge Foundation, Recycle Bikes for Kids, Bicycle Advocacy of Central Arkansas, Bike League, Adventure Cycling Association, and others. IMPORTANT: THE NEW HWY 167, 4 LANE, DIVIDED BYPASS IS NOW OPEN. FROM PINE BLUFF OR LITTLE ROCK, TAKE THE […] |
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Welcome to the 3rd annual Bikeboom, Deaf Bike Festival; a 3 day social/gathering event filled with clinics, ride tours, volunteering, and having a good time with the D/deaf community. Your participation contributes to the growth of the D/deaf cycling community, whether it's a road, gravel, or mountain bike. We all share a common goal, to […]
Welcome to the 3rd annual Bikeboom, Deaf Bike Festival; a 3 day social/gathering event filled with clinics, ride tours, volunteering, and having a good time with the D/deaf community. Your participation contributes to the growth of the D/deaf cycling community, whether it's a road, gravel, or mountain bike. We all share a common goal, to […] |
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Now’s your chance to shred both the MTB trails and gravel roads that put NWA on the map. With Life Time Little Sugar MTB presented by Mazda on October 15 and Life Time Big Sugar Gravel presented by Mazda on October 21, join us for an 8-day festival in Northwest, AR. Big Sugar Classic is a celebration of cycling, […] 
The Nomads are proud to present King of the Crag 2023 Saturday, October 14th. This will mark the 10th annual climbing competition held at the beautiful Jamestown Crag. We are back this year with a great list of sponsors, awesome prizes, cool swag, food, drinks, and entertainment. This is the only fundraising event for the Jamestown […]
Now’s your chance to shred both the MTB trails and gravel roads that put NWA on the map. With Life Time Little Sugar MTB presented by Mazda on October 15 and Life Time Big Sugar Gravel presented by Mazda on October 21, join us for an 8-day festival in Northwest, AR. Big Sugar Classic is a celebration of cycling, […]
The Nomads are proud to present King of the Crag 2023 Saturday, October 14th. This will mark the 10th annual climbing competition held at the beautiful Jamestown Crag. We are back this year with a great list of sponsors, awesome prizes, cool swag, food, drinks, and entertainment. This is the only fundraising event for the Jamestown […] 
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […] |
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Capitol City Enduro - Little Rock, AR Presented by Arvest Bank | Hosted by Ozark Outdoor Foundation For details about AES and the other races in the series can be found at Arkansas Enduro Series This is the 2nd race of the AES Fall Series at Murray Park in Little Rock, Arkansas! The race is rated […]
Capitol City Enduro - Little Rock, AR Presented by Arvest Bank | Hosted by Ozark Outdoor Foundation For details about AES and the other races in the series can be found at Arkansas Enduro Series This is the 2nd race of the AES Fall Series at Murray Park in Little Rock, Arkansas! The race is rated […] |
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The mountain bike capital of the world goes electric this fall at SHIFT‘23. Join PeopleForBikes in Bentonville, Arkansas, home to innovative leaders in biking, business, and culture, for a gathering centered around the fastest-growing sector of the bike industry. The conference will feature various sessions focused on the most important developments and trends in the […]
The mountain bike capital of the world goes electric this fall at SHIFT‘23. Join PeopleForBikes in Bentonville, Arkansas, home to innovative leaders in biking, business, and culture, for a gathering centered around the fastest-growing sector of the bike industry. The conference will feature various sessions focused on the most important developments and trends in the […] |
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In 2018 Western Spirit Cycling partnered with Visit Bentonville and OZ Trails to provide our first venue east of the Rockies. After that inaugural event we’re 100% convinced that it needs to be yearly thing. From the fresh air of the Ozarks to the multiple trail hubs and bike parks, the area has everything we could ask […]
In 2018 Western Spirit Cycling partnered with Visit Bentonville and OZ Trails to provide our first venue east of the Rockies. After that inaugural event we’re 100% convinced that it needs to be yearly thing. From the fresh air of the Ozarks to the multiple trail hubs and bike parks, the area has everything we could ask […] 
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 […]
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For CATA members and also all trail users (this event IS NOT restricted to CATA members). Join us for an update on CATA business. It will be an interactive meeting. The board of directors would like to get community feedback on how CATA can better engage and serve Central Arkansas Trail users. Food and beverages […]
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For CATA members and also all trail users (this event IS NOT restricted to CATA members). Join us for an update on CATA business. It will be an interactive meeting. The board of directors would like to get community feedback on how CATA can better engage and serve Central Arkansas Trail users. Food and beverages […] |
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The Pedestal Rock and Lick Fork Bicycle ride is held every October on the 3rd Saturday of the month, with the hope that fall foliage is in full swing. The 2023 ride will be on Saturday, October 21. The Pedestal Rock 40 supports work being done by Community Voices, a 501(c)3 organization, to showcase the […]
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Join the CATA Crew at River Mountain Trails for a Trail Work Party on Saturday, 10/21/23 from 8:00 a.m. until noon. Meet us at the River Mountain Trailhead. Bring your gloves, rakes, loppers, and a water bottle.
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The Pedestal Rock and Lick Fork Bicycle ride is held every October on the 3rd Saturday of the month, with the hope that fall foliage is in full swing. The 2023 ride will be on Saturday, October 21. The Pedestal Rock 40 supports work being done by Community Voices, a 501(c)3 organization, to showcase the […] |
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We will be working on the new bluff trail with the local chapter of the trail sisters.
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We will be working on the new bluff trail with the local chapter of the trail sisters. |
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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 […]
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Hey Friends, many of you’ve asked and guess what??? We’re doing it again. Pink’s Adult Bike Night is back. Mark your calendars for Friday, October 27th. This is the Halloween Edition. Please meet us at Argenta Plaza (in the lot behind 600 Main St in North Little Rock) at 7:00 PM and we will roll […]
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Hey Friends, many of you’ve asked and guess what??? We’re doing it again. Pink’s Adult Bike Night is back. Mark your calendars for Friday, October 27th. This is the Halloween Edition. Please meet us at Argenta Plaza (in the lot behind 600 Main St in North Little Rock) at 7:00 PM and we will roll […]
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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 […]
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Bring hydration, snack, gloves and wear sturdy shoes. We will be marking and tidying up the BOB courses.
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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 […] |
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Rich in culture and beautiful rolling county roads, Crowley’s Ridge in the Arkansas Delta is one of those places full of authenticity. Routes are 75% gravel and 25% pavement, an equal mix of farmland, levees, and historic gravel lanes. All routes start/end in Birdeye. The fall harvest will be wrapping up in the farmlands while […]
For details about AES and the other races in the series can be found at Arkansas Enduro Series This is the final round of the Fall AES! The race is rated 1 out 5 | Skill-3 | Fitness-4 | Gnar-3 This is a two-day event with up to 6 stages on Saturday and another 6 stage on […]
Rich in culture and beautiful rolling county roads, Crowley’s Ridge in the Arkansas Delta is one of those places full of authenticity. Routes are 75% gravel and 25% pavement, an equal mix of farmland, levees, and historic gravel lanes. All routes start/end in Birdeye. The fall harvest will be wrapping up in the farmlands while […]
For details about AES and the other races in the series can be found at Arkansas Enduro Series This is the final round of the Fall AES! The race is rated 1 out 5 | Skill-3 | Fitness-4 | Gnar-3 This is a two-day event with up to 6 stages on Saturday and another 6 stage on […] |
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Join Outdoor Education Services this November for an immersive outdoor education experience in Hobbs State Park! You’ll learn essential navigation skills using a map and compass, such as reading topographic maps, plotting bearings and routes, understanding the terrain, and orienting yourself in the wilderness, all while exploring the breathtaking natural beauty of the park. Whether […]
Join Outdoor Education Services this November for an immersive outdoor education experience in Hobbs State Park! You’ll learn essential navigation skills using a map and compass, such as reading topographic maps, plotting bearings and routes, understanding the terrain, and orienting yourself in the wilderness, all while exploring the breathtaking natural beauty of the park. Whether […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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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