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Dirt Movement - Twin Mountain Gravel
2025-04-19 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Shipley Farms, 14339 Wildcat Creek Road, Springdale, 72762, United States
Twin Mountain Gravel

A festival celebration of dirt and community. Our goal with Dirt Movement events is to create courses and experiences that are shared, as much as possible, for all participants. It doesn’t matter if you’re running 3 miles or riding 50 miles. We are one community with one purpose – get outside and move.
What else do we all have in common? We love to eat (a lot), drink (beer or buch), and be merry (rock out to local music).

Format
Choose to bike or run the quiet backroads tucked between Springdale and Fayetteville.
Runners at Twin Mountain Gravel will get to share the same creek crossings, punchy climbs and tree canopies as the cyclists.
Cyclists will have the option of two course distances. Each of those distances has 2 single-track options, allowing you to choose your own adventure based on how you feel. These variations come once you enter Lake Wedington and the Ozark National Forest. Choose one, two, or none of the single track sections while not veering from the courses and being separated from your friends.

Official Rule of 3 Training ride!!
We have partnered with Rule of 3 in making this the only Official training ride. Rule of 3 is almost exactly one month after Twin Mountain Gravel, take this opportunity to hone your singletrack skills, test out your bike setup and build your stoke!

What Is Included in Registration?
Your ticket to ride, and run, on some quiet Northwest Arkansas’ backroads! These scenic roads are a beautiful place to lose yourself – or find yourself. Either way, we know you’ll love the courses.
Swag
There are a lot of events in Northwest Arkansas and we appreciate you choosing to participate in ours. We want your commemorative item to be something that you’ll actually wear and will serve you well. We will have hats, beanies, and socks to choose from at packet pickup. You decide what you like and need most. And hey, buy a t-shirt if you like them as much as we do.
Aid Stations and On-Route Support
Each route will have multiple aid stations brought to you by some of our partners like The Meteor, Rapha, and more. In addition to the stationary aid, you’ll find vehicles on course to help you out if things don’t go as planned. We got you.

Timing
The event will be timed but it isn’t a race. Runners will receive an overall time for their efforts. Cyclists will have two timed segments on their courses. One is in the second singletrack section and the second is on a gravel climb. The only award you’ll receive is from yourself knowing that you participated in a good time.

You’re the DJ on course!
In your confirmation email you will receive a link to a Spotify playlist. Add songs that inspire you, make you want to shake it, or bring you back to earth. These tunes will be jamming on course throughout the day. It’s your event.

Live Music
Featuring The Meadow Makers and more coming soon. Each Dirt Movement event will have live bands from all around the region. We will be announcing the rest of the line up as we get closer!

Food and Drink
Nothing can bring a community together like a shared meal. Sitting down to connect and exchange stories of the day’s adventures over a plate of hot food and free beer from local breweries is key to a good time.

Raffle Giveaways
We’ll be raffling off high-quality prizes throughout the day courtesy of our sponsors. Must be present to win!

1st Choice "He is Risen" Walk + 5K for Life
2025-04-19 09:00 - 14:00 | Ben Geren Regional Park, Golf Course Loop, Fort Smith, AR, 72916, United States
Please join us for our 3nd annual, chip-timed 5K to raise support, so we can continue serving our families in crisis!
T-shirts are limited, but anyone who registers on or before April 1, will be guaranteed a t-shirt. After April 1, it will be on a first come, first serve basis.
Our race will be held at Ben Geren Regional Park. We will meet at the tornado shelter directly off Zero Street, and the race will begin there.

Cave City Easter Run
2025-04-19 09:00 - 14:00 | Cave City Park, W South St, Cave City, AR, 72521, United States
Join us for the 1/2 marathon, 10k, 5k, or Virtual! We have a distance for everyone! All races start and finish at Cave City Park at 9 am. OK Plus Timing Service will be there to provide chip timing.
About the course: The first 3/4 mile is pavement before it turns to a roller coaster of scenic gravel roads. The 5k and 10k are out-and-back routes. The 1/2 marathon goes out, and you will do a “lollipop” style out and back. Aid stations will be along the course. This course is difficult and challenging with rolling hills.
Unique finisher awards and the top 3 Male/Female awards will be given for each race. The deadline to guarantee a t-shirt and finisher medal will be March 28, 2025. Post-race snacks will be provided for participants at the finish line.
All funds received through registration will cover race expenses and benefit the Cave City Police Department. With the support of race participants and local sponsors, for the last four years, Cave City Easter Run has donated $16,000 to the Cave City Police Department.
Virtual race participants will receive a race swag bag, shirt, and finisher medal!
Early packet pickup will be at the Cave City Park on Friday, April 18th, 4 pm-6 pm.
Packet Pickup and day of registration will be 7-8:45 am on 4/19/25.
Below is a list of area hotels that are a short 15-minute drive to Cave City for anyone who wants to get extra sleep that morning. Don’t forget to mention that you are staying for the Cave City Easter Run.
Hotels: Hampton Inn, Holiday Inn Express, Comfort Suites, Ramada Inn, The Royal on Main
Be sure to like and follow the Cave City Easter Run Facebook Page for updates!
NO REFUNDS—This is a fundraiser, and no refunds will be given. The race will continue no matter the weather unless lightning is in the area. Then, we may delay the start and proceed from there.

Marianna Health and Fitness 5K Run/Walk
2025-04-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Lee County & Probate Clerk, 15 East Chestnut Street, Marianna, 72360, United States
The City of Marianna’s first annual 5K Fun Walk/Run was organized by the City of Marianna’s newly elected Mayor to encourage healthy activity among members of the community. Hosted at Marianna’s Park on the Square, the first Marianna Healthy Living 5K Fun Walk/Run will bring together participants who celebrate the City’s new commitment to their health and wellbeing.
Since taking office in 2022, the mayor has made it a priority to focus on healthy lifestyles, moving from a perception of a city that does not value health to a city open to making healthy lifestyles a priority. It is the focus of this Run/Walk to center on the community and attract community participants to this event that encourages healthy relationships that will eventually grow into healthy lifestyles. The 5K Fun Walk/Run event will attract participants from all over the United States and will include many activities to show how you can have fun while at the same time practicing a healthy lifestyle.
Marianna is a small but mighty town nestled on the banks of the L’Anguille River in the Arkansas Delta. Incorporated in 1870 as a river agricultural town, Marianna boasts a few of Arkansas’ most iconic gems.
With a population of just under 4000 people, you will certainly experience the small-town southern charm. This delightful town has a lot to offer its visitors, whether you are a history buff, a nature lover, or a foodie, you will find something that will entice you.
For a small town, Marianna is filled with lots of historic gems and historical landmarks that you must see for yourself.
Join us in celebrating the City of Marianna’s vision and commitment to a healthy lifestyle Saturday, March 30, 2024. You don’t want to miss it!

The Well Done Run
2025-04-19 09:00 - 11:00 | Fellowship Bible Church, 1009 E Beebe Capps Expy, Searcy, AR, United States
The Well Done Run — a race for clean water — is an experiential 5K. During this family fun run, participants carry an empty milk jug to the halfway mark, fill it up with water from a creek and carry it back to the finish line to simulate what people around the world have to do daily to collect their needed water.
While we do have some competitive racers, most are not trying to set their personal best. Along the course, you will see walkers, runners and families with strollers. We want The Well Done Run to impact participants as they help to change the world through clean water. There are currently 771 million people around the world who lack access to safe water. We run and walk one day a year so that they don’t have to every day.
Thanks to our generous sponsors and participants over the past ten years, we have been able to partner with Living Water International to provide 33 fresh water wells in 12 countries (Haiti, Honduras, Guatemala, India, Burkina Faso, Liberia, Kenya, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Uganda, Rwanda, and Sierra Leone).

CABF 5K FUN RUN/WALK
2025-04-19 08:00 - 13:00
Get ready to lace up your sneakers for the CABF 5K, happening on April 19, 2025, at the corner of Hwy 82 and 6th St. in Lewisville, AR! This annual event honors the legacy of Cpt. Arthur “Bo” Felder, a Lafayette County native who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the U.S. Army. This year, we’re partnering with the City of Lewisville’s Annual Easter Egg Hunt, which will begin immediately following the 5K—so bring the whole family for a day of fitness, fun, and community!Don’t miss this incredible opportunity to honor a hero, promote wellness, and celebrate our community!
#CABF5K #RunForBo #CommunityStrong #LewisvilleAR

36th Annual Devil's Den Mountain Bike Festival
2025-04-19 | Devil’s Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR, 72774, United States
UPDATE & DATE CHANGE:
According to Tim Scott, Assistant Superintendent at Devil’s Den State Park, “Due to the extreme weather, the Ozark Mountain Bike Festival has been rescheduled for April 19, 2025. The event will be a one-day affair, and we will release a new schedule within a few days. I included a few photos of the flooding in the park. One is of the dam, and the other is the road to Campground A. Those who have a campsite reserved for the festival this weekend can move it to the date for next year, which will be April 3, 4, and 5, 2026. Thanks for your patience.”
Scott also sent along the following images of Lee Creek and the Dam at Devil’s Den:
Road leading to Campground A and the Devil’s Den Dam at Devil’s Den State Park.

The 36th Annual Ozark Mountain Bike Festival will take place from Friday, April 4th, through Sunday, April 6th. Multiple rides are planned for both young and old, new riders and seasoned riders.
The weekend kicks off with the only night ride at the Den on Friday evening, followed by multiple no-drop group rides on Saturday. You won’t want to miss the Splash and Bike Toss Contests. State Parks will provide dinner on Saturday evening as well.

Natural State Criterium Series
2025-04-16 16:30 - 20:00 | Shiloh Square, 106 W Emma Ave, Springdale, AR, 72764, United States
Race Category Details:

First Chance:

4:30pm start
20 minutes
This category is for the rider who is new to the sport of competitive USA Cycling-sanctioned bike racing and/or criteriums. See First Chance section for more details and explanation of this category.
A one-day or annual USA Cycling is required to participate in this race. Both can be purchased online or onsite.

Women 3, 4, 5 Race:

5:00 pm start
25 minutes
Women Only (Category 3, 4, 5)
A one-day or annual USA Cycling is required to participate in this race. Both can be purchased online or onsite.
Prizes to top 3. Podiums immediately following the race once results are official.
Lap Primes…product and gift certificates

Juniors (Age 9-12):

5:35 pm start
15 minutes
Boys and girls racing age, 9, 10, 11 and 12. Racing Age is defined as the age a person will be on December 31.
A one-day USA Cycling license is part of the entry fee. Annual licenses with a discount can be purchased online – www.usacycling.org. Discount code TBA.
Prizes for top three boys and girls in each age divison will be awarded

Juniors (Age 13-15):

6:00 pm start
20 minutes
Boys and girls racing age 13, 14 and 15. Racing Age is defined as the age a person will be on December 31.
A one-day USA Cycling license is part of the entry fee. Annual licenses with a discount can be purchased online – www.usacycling.org. Discount code TBA.
Prizes for top three boys and girls in each age divison will be awarded

C Race:

6:30 pm start
25 minutes
Men and Women Category 4 & 5 only
A one-day or annual USA Cycling is required to participate in this race. Both can be purchased online or onsite.
Prizes to top 3 Males and Females. Podiums immediately following the race once results are official.
Lap Primes…product and gift certificates

B Race:

7:00 pm start
35 minutes
Men and Women Category 3 & 4 only
A one-day or annual USA Cycling is required to participate in this race. Both can be purchased online or onsite.
Lap Primes…cash ($350/night) along with product and gift certificates
Purse – Cash ($125, $75, $50) to top 3 Males and top 3 Females. Podiums immediately following the race once results are official.

A Race:

7:45 pm start
45 minutes
Men and Women Open (Cat 1 – 4 only)
A one-day or annual USA Cycling is required to participate in this race. Both can be purchased online or onsite.
Lap Primes…minimum cash ($650/nite) along with product and gift certificates
Purse – Cash ($200, $150, $100, $75, $55) to top 5 Males and top 5 Females. Podiums immediately following the race once results are official.

Awards and Podiums – Over $10,000 in cash primes and prizes over the 3 nights of racing!

For the Women-only, Juniors, C, B and A races…the prizes and podium will occur 15 minutes after results are posted and official.
Series Awards and Payouts will occur on the final series…same protocol as above

Series Awards:

Women Only Race – Awards to the top 3 Female overall finishers
C Race – Awards to the top 3 Male and top 3 Female overall finishers
B Race – Awards and Cash ($125, $75, $50) to the top 3 Male and top 3 Female overall finishers
A Race – Awards and Cash ($250, $175, $120, $90, $75) to the top 5 Males and top 5 Females overall finishers

Rules and Regulations:

All 2025 USAC are in effect.
Events will be held rain or shine.
Helmets must be worn at all times while on the bike.
Valid and current USAC license must be presented at registration or a one-day or annual purchased
Promoter reserves the right to adjust start times and mileage.
Promoter reserves the right to cancel/combine events and prize lists as necessary.
Held under USAC Permit: 2025-??

Iron Mountain XC
2025-04-13 08:00 - 16:00 | Iron Mountain MTB Trailhead – Corps Road, Iron Mountain Trial Corp Rd, Arkadelphia, AR, 71923, United States
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 required to race in the Cat 1 & 2 category. All others can race on a one-day license. NOTE: the Novice category entry fee includes the one-day license fee which is $15.
Chip timing, event t-shirt, post-race food and beverages (adult and youth), and awards are part of this great day of racing.
Also, check out the Iron Mountain Legend trail runs on Saturday, April 20 to make it a great weekend of soft trail competition.

Southern Enduro Tour | Round 4 | NORTHWOODS ENDURO
2025-04-13 07:00 - 17:00 | Cedar Glades Park, 461 Wildcat Rd, Hot Springs, AR, 71913, United States
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 Enduro Racers!
Full details about SET and the other races in the tour can be found at https://www.southernendurotour.com/
The fourth round of the 2025 SET will be at Northwoods Trails in Hot Springs, Arkansas!
The race is rated | Skill-7 | Fitness-8 | Gnar-7
This is a one day event with up to 7 stages on Sunday.
A one day event means there will be racing on race day (Sunday in this case) only and most pre-riding will be done on the Friday prior and after the Wildcat Marathon race on Saturday. All Racers, regardless of age or category will race the same course and stages. There will B line options for more difficult areas – or walk anything you do not feel comfortable riding. Stages must be completed in order, and only one time, unless otherwise noted.
To keep our production quality high there will be a cap on the number of Racers. Once that number has been reached registration will be closed. If it is at least three days prior to the race a Wait List will be created (see Wait List section). Plan accordingly and register as soon as possible so you do not miss out.
We will also offer a “Just Ride” category where participants can ride with their junior racer. This is an untimed category and is not required if you are registered to do the timed Enduro race. Event Swag & Post Race Meal included in Just Ride. You can register via BikeReg.

Entry Details
Event Swag
Custom number plate
A professionally marked course with arrows and tape – maps emailed to racers the week of the race.
Neutral support provided.
Enduro Timing System from SPORTident for you to have an experience just like the World Series races with accuracy to the 1000th of second, instant results upon finishing and scoreboard.
Aid station and snacks mid-race.
Post-race meal included with entry on Sunday for all registered Racers and Just Ride participants,
Cold adult beverages in marked areas – 21+ only.
A professional awards ceremony with awards to all categories.
Payouts for Pro categories.
Refreshments and food available for purchase.
Raffle for all registered Racers provided by top notch sponsors.
On-site sponsors.
Schedule & Course Map
Full schedule, along with the course map, will be emailed out to all registered racers and posted in Facebook Event the week of the race. Be sure to monitor your emails race week to review the schedule.
Failure to check in and pick up your timing chip by the scheduled mandatory race meeting can result in a Racer not being able to race. Failure to head to the first stage by the end of the final wave can result in a Racer not being able to race.
Friday |
Will include Pre-Ride and Check In
Saturday |
Will include Check In AFTER the Wildcat Marathon race is complete and Pre-Ride all day.
Sunday |
Will include final Check In, timing chip pickup, mandatory Racers Meeting, race start times, timing chip TURN OFF, Post race meal, etc.
Logistics
Race Venue Address – 461 Wildcat Road, Hot Springs, AR 79019
Camping – See Camping, Lodging, & Venue details below
If not camping at venue please check out other RV parks, campgrounds, hotels, Airbnb’s, etc. in the area for your accommodations
Dogs – Well behaved dogs are allowed if leashed at all times.
Pack It In, Pack Out – If you haul it in you haul it out. Leave no trace. Respect.
Prepare
Food – Post Race Meal provided to racers on Race Day only. Meal ticket obtained at Registration & Timing tent after turning in your timing chip. Family and friends welcome to grab a plate for purchase. While an onsite food truck may offer breakfast and other meals for purchase please bring your breakfast food, snacks, special dietary foods, hydration and anything specific for your pre and post-race needs.
Water – We will provide water at the aid station during race times but you need to be prepared for pre ride days and race days. Bring more than you think you’ll need. Plan to have at least 50-60 ounces on you at all times while riding.
Snacks – Have carbs and protein on hand between meals
Safety – This is not the time to skimp on protective equipment. We highly suggest a full-face helmet, knee pads, and elbow pads. Riding within your limits is essential.
Trash – If you pack it in, you pack it out.
Nice to have – Spare tubes, inflation device, tire plugs, chain link, derailleur pulleys and other parts. Sponsor Revolution Mobile Bike Repair will be onsite but it is always best to give your bike a one over before a race and bring any items you may need to fix things. **NOTE – Revolution Mobile Bike Repair will provide assistance for issues that occur onsite during pre-ride and the race – not for issues that occurred prior or to build bikes or add/replace components that were not on your bike prior to arriving at event.
Rules
#Racing Age | What your age will be on 12/31/25
#Onsite Payments – Venmo and PayPal, and cash if exact, accepted for any onsite purchases – no credit/debit card. This does not apply to any vendors – they will have their own payment options.
#Race waiver will be required and must be signed onsite at the venue. Any Racer under the age of 18 must have a parent present with them at Check In to sign waiver.
#Only Racers and Just Ride, with a number plate on, will be allowed on the event stages during Pre-Ride.
#Timed Enduro Racers only, with number plate on, on stages during race on Sunday – No Just Ride participants or non-racers.
#You cannot change your category after the race starts.
#Racers must attend the Racers Meeting, not start the race before the Racer’s Meeting, and must be go out to start the race during your noted category wave time; not any later.
#All timing chips must be picked up prior to the Mandatory Racer’s Meeting or the Racer may not be able to race.
#Racer cannot wear a timing chip at any time that is different from the one that was assigned to them by the Timing Director at the Timing Tent.
#Timing chip must be worn on the Racer’s right wrist unless otherwise noted by the Race Director or Timing Director.
#The bike and equipment you start the race on must be the same bike and equipment you finish on. Official Race Director must approve exceptions. *Exceptions are repairing or replacement of tires.
#Once racers have entered the stage line there is no cutting in line.
#All stages must be completed in order, and only once, unless otherwise notes in Racer Meeting by the Race Director.
##Timing stations will be placed at the start and finish of each stage. All Racers must stay on course during the stages and transitions. Veering off course is disrespectful to everyone from the landowner, race organizers, fellow competitors and yourself.
#Any form of outside assistance or support such as; non-racers, family members, friends or unapproved pit stops is forbidden. However, Racers are allowed and encouraged to help fellow competitors on the course.
#Stage Reruns are NOT ALLOWED for mechanicals, the racer crashing, or going off course unless discussed with and approved by the Race Director or Timing Director ONLY. Only Racer impediment, safety hazards, or fellow Racer injury support warrants a re-run and must be approved by the Race Director or Timing Director ONLY prior to the re-run. Stage reruns can be seen by the Timing Director and do not disappear from the timing chips history regardless of time that has passed. Any unapproved re-runs, either intentional or unintentional will result in a disqualification. Flat tires, bent wheels, broken chains, and ANY type of mechanical issue, or rider error is part of racing and does not warrant a re-run.
#Always stop for an injured Racer. In the case of a downed Racer that receives assistance provided by another participant – the helping participant’s time will be adjusted by averaging the lap times from the particular stage or a re-run will be authorized by the Race Director. The downed Racer may not qualify for a re-run. If you cannot contact the Race Director wait at the Timing tent until receiving direction.
#Do not change, adjust, or modify the course in any way. If you have a concern about a course feature please present the concern to the Race Director with a picture and description of concern.
#Do not disrespect the land such as littering.
Racers deviating from any of SET Rules can and/or will be time penalized and possibly be disqualified from the race.

Dual Slalom
The Dual Slalom will be held on Saturday evening. There will be a qualifying time frame (see schedule) where you can run the Dual Slalom stage as many times as you want and your best time will be your qualifying time. We will take the top Men, Women, and Juniors to decide the racing brackets. The race will be “throw down” format.

Overalls
Participants will register for the category they will remain in for the series to qualify for Overalls. You cannot change categories after the second stop and you must notify the Timing Director at dustin@slaughtertrailguides.com if you are changing your category prior to that. Failure to let us know of a category change can impact your series overall points negatively. If you race in different categories the results will not be combined for overall results.
The Tour Overall is your best 3 out of 4 results. You must finish 2 races to qualify for the overall. In the event that there is a tie in the overall – each Racer’s next best finish will be calculated into the overall score until the tie is broken. If two Racers have completed all 4 races and still have tied points – total race time will be calculated and the lower times advances into the overall position.
PLEASE ENSURE YOU REGISTER USING THE SAME NAME FOR EACH STOP or your Overall points will be affected.

Iron Mountain Legend
2025-04-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Iron Mountain Marina, 134 Iron Mountain Marina Drive, Arkadelphia, AR, 71923, United States
Iron Mountain Legend trail run is held on the epic trails of Iron Mountain just outside Caddo Valley on DeGray Lake. With 10K, 27K and 41K 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.

HealthWorks Fitness Center Boomtown Run
2025-04-12 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-04-12 08:00 - 10:00 | Healthworks, 304 North Madison, El Dorado, AR, 71730, United States
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.

Delta Grind
2025-04-12 08:00 - 17:00 | Downtown Helena, 415 Cherry St, Helena, AR, United States
Celebrating the unique culture and beauty of the Arkansas Delta, the 4th Annual Delta Grind will be held on Saturday, April 12th, 2025. This event will offer various activities including cycling, running, walking, live music, food, and other exciting experiences.
Participants can choose from various cycling routes that cater to all skill levels, from challenging rides for advanced cyclists to scenic routes perfect for casual riders and families. In addition to cycling, the event will also feature a running course, a walking path, live music throughout the day, delicious food from local vendors, and various cultural activities that highlight the Delta’s rich history and heritage.
“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.”
Delta Grind is a family-friendly event that is open to the public. Registration will open on January 1, 2025. For more information about the event, including registration details, please visit www.bikereg.com/deltagrind
Read more from last year’s Delta Grind.

Pirate Dash 5K
2025-04-12 07:30 - 09:30 | Dover Middle School, 109 College Street, Dover, 72837, United States
If you like pirates and running, lace up your racing shoes and don your best pirate outfit as you join us for our Pirate Dash 5K. The seventh annual Pirate Dash 5K is picking up speed and is once again back in person and virtual this year. This event is taking place on April 13th from 7:30am – 11:00am. The Dover band members alongside the Band Boosters are hosting this race to raise funds for new instruments, scholarships, and for future band needs.
This race will be professionally hand timed.
Timeline:
7:30 Check in / Registration begins
8:00 5K starts
9:00-9:30 5K Awards will be announced
9:00 Fun Run Begins
9:30 Fun Run Ends
AWARDS:
WALKERS:

Overall Male Walker
Overall Female Walker

RUNNERS:

12&Under M&F
13-19 M&F
20-29 M&F
30-39 M&F
40-49 M&F
50-59 M&F
60-69 M&F
70+ M&F

Wildcat Marathon | Mountain Bike Endurance Event
2025-04-12 07:00 - 17:00 | Cedar Glades Park, 461 Wildcat Rd, Hot Springs, AR, 71913, United States
This is a one day event but will be in conjunction with the Southern Enduro Tour Stop #4 – the Northwoods Enduro held on Sunday. There will be a coveted King & Queen award for the top male and female who take on both the Wildcat Marathon and the Northwoods Enduro!
The Cedar Glades trails will be combined with the Northwoods trails for tons of fast single track, machine cut trail, loads of speed, and tough climbs to make sure your appetite is sure to be fulfilled by the end of your race day!
Course map with race distance and lap details will be provided to all registered Racers the week before the race. Be prepared for around 50 miles for the full marathon and around 25 for the half marathon (Mildcat). Pre-ride will be the Friday before the race. This will be a Mass Start by category where there will be a short start lap and two full laps. The Mildcat will start after the Wildcat categories have gone out and will do the start lap and then one full lap.
To keep our production quality high there will be a cap on number of Racers. Once that number has been reached registration will be closed. If it is at least three days prior to the race a Wait List will be created (see Wait List section). Plan accordingly and register as soon as possible so you do not miss out.
Entry Details
Event Swag
Custom number plate
A professionally marked course with arrows and tape – maps emailed to racers the week of the race
Timing System from SPORTident for you to have an experience just like the World Series races with accuracy to the 1000th of second, instant results upon finishing and scoreboard.
Neutral support provided
Aid station and snacks mid-race
Post-race meal included with entry on Saturday for all registered Racers
Cold adult beverages in marked areas – 21+ only
A professional awards ceremony with awards to all categories
Payouts for Men & Women Open categories
Refreshments and food available for purchase

Schedule & Course Map
Full schedule, along with the course map, will be emailed out to all registered Racers and posted in Facebook Event the week of the race. Be sure to monitor your emails race week to review the schedule.
Failure to check in and pick up your timing chip by the scheduled mandatory race meeting can result in a Racer not being able to race.
Friday |
Will include Pre-Ride and Check In
Saturday |
Will include final check in, all race categories timing chip pickup, race times, mandatory Racers Meeting, timing chip turn in AS SOON AS RACE COMPLETED, Pre race meal, etc.

Logistics
Race Venue Address – 461 Wildcat, Hot Springs, Arkansas
Camping – See Camping, Lodging, & Venue details below
If not camping at venue please check out other RV parks, campgrounds, hotels, Airbnb’s, etc. in the area for your accommodations
Dogs – Well behaved dogs are allowed if always leashed
Pack It In, Pack Out – If you haul it in you haul it out. Leave no trace. Respect.

Prepare
Food – Post Race Meal provided to Racers on Race Day only. Meal ticket obtained at Registration & Timing tent post race after turning in your timing chip. Family and friends welcome to grab a plate for purchase. While an onsite food truck may offer breakfast and other meal s for purchase please bring your breakfast food, snacks, special dietary foods, hydration and anything specific for your pre and post-race needs.
Water & Snacks – We will provide water and snacks at the aid station during race times but you need to be prepared for pre ride days and race days. Bring more than you think you’ll need. Plan to have at least 50-60 ounces on you at all times while riding.
Feed Zone – There will be a neutral feed zone that you can access your personal hydration and snacks at in between laps.
Safety – This is not the time to skimp on protective equipment. We highly suggest appropriate, knee pads, and elbow pads. Riding within your limits is essential.
Trash – If you pack it in, you pack it out.
Nice to have – – Spare tubes, inflation device, tire plugs, chain link, derailleur pulleys and other parts. Sponsor Revolution Mobile Bike Repair will be onsite for mechanical support but it is always best to give your bike a once over before a race to address any issues as well as to bring any items you may need to make repairs. **NOTE – Revolution Mobile Bike Repair will provide assistance for issues that occur onsite during pre-ride and the race – not for issues that occurred prior, or to build bikes, or add/replace components that were not on your bike prior to arriving at event.

Rules
#Racing Age | What your age will be on 12/31/25
#Onsite Payments – Venmo and PayPal, and cash if exact, accepted for any onsite purchases – no credit/debit card. This does not apply to any vendors – they will have their own payment options.
#On site waiver will be required and must be signed onsite at the venue. Any racer under the age of 18 must have a parent present with them at Check In to sign waiver.
#Only Racers, with a number plate on, will be allowed on the event stages during Pre-Ride Friday and the race Saturday.
#You cannot change your category after the race starts.
#Racers must attend the Racers Meeting, not start the race before the Racer’s Meeting, and must go out with your category during the Mass Start; not any later.
#All timing chips must be picked up prior to the Mandatory Racer’s Meeting or the Racer may not be able to race.
#Racer cannot wear a timing chip different from the one that was assigned to them by the Timing Director at the Timing Tent.
#Timing chip must be worn on the Racer’s right wrist unless otherwise noted by the Race Director or Timing Director.
#The bike and equipment you start the race on must be the same bike and equipment you finish on. The Official Race Director must approve exceptions. *Exceptions are repairing, or replacement of tires.
#Any form of outside assistance or support such as; non-racers, family members, friends or unapproved pit stops is forbidden. However, Racers are allowed and encouraged to help fellow competitors on the course.
#The race course must be completed as marked with no course cutting.
#Pay attention to the marked course and arrows to ensure you do not go off course.
#Do not change, adjust, or modify the course in any way. If you have a concern about a course feature, please present the concern to the Race Director with a picture and description of concern.
#Do not disrespect the land such as littering.
Riders deviating from any of these rules can and/or will be time penalized and possibly result in Racer being disqualified.
#This race does not count towards the Southern Enduro Tour points.

Camping, Lodging, & Venue Info
Free dry, primitive camping for tents or RVs (no hookups) will be available at the Race Venue site which is located at Cedar Glades Park. Camping will be in a certain area of the park and will be on a first come, first get what spot you want basis. No showers on-site but there will be porta johns. The Cedar Glades Trail Head has the most parking available, a playground, bike skills area, and a walking trail.
Visit Hot Springs provided this link with MANY options if you do not want to camp at Cedar Glades Park: https://www.hotsprings.org/places/lodging/

Ouachita Trail 50
2025-04-12 06:00 - 17:00 | Maumelle Park Pavilion #8, 9009 Pinnacle Valley Road, Little Rock, AR, 72223, United States
The 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.
Proceeds benefit Pinnacle Mountain State Park and the Central Arkansas Trails Alliance.

NWA Spring Road Classic
2025-04-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Prairie Grove Elementary School, 801 Viney Grove Road, Prairie Grove, 72753, United States
A USA Cycling sanctioned road race with multiple categories. The race is held on a local favorite course in Prairie Grove, AR just minutes from Fayetteville. This race is a great early season test of the legs or the perfect opportunity to try your first competitive mass-start road race.

Hazel Valley Rally
2025-04-05 10:00 - 17:00 | Hazel Valley Ranch, 16330 Olive Rd, Fayetteville, AR, 72701, United States
Camping at the ranch: Friday, April 4th and Saturday April 5th.
All proceeds for camping will be given to the ranch owners as our thank you for allowing all of us to enjoy their private property. Camping fee is for Friday and Saturday nights (no different if you only stay one of those nights.) Primitive camping only. Grass field. Parking on one side, tents on the other. Port-o-potties will be available but no running water or showers, but guaranteed community and good times. Sorry, no available areas for RVs. Park your cars/vans at your own risk. Grass field parking only. If it’s rainy it will get muddy.
April 5th, 2025 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 Brewery beer and food with stories shared by the fire.
*If you’re camping Friday and Saturday nights its BYO food and drink those evenings. Bring a picnic blanket and anything you need to complete your weekend at the ranch.
This will be a timed event. Podiums at the after party!
Two routes to choose from: 63.3 miles + 7,566 ft of elevation gain
OR
44.52 miles + 4,285 ft of elevation gain
Please note: The courses will NOT be marked. The routes will be sent the week of the race. You MUST have a GPS computer or directions written down to navigate.
Aid Stations: The Meteor Cafe will head up an aid station on course. SAG vehicles will be available thanks to Pedal it Forward and the Bike Inn, however use this as your last resort as its a very slow response time due to the course and location of the event.
No cancellations or deferrals but you can transfer or change your category by midnight of APRIL 2nd, 2025. In the event that the Hazel Valley Rally 2025 cannot occur due to unforeseen circumstances you can defer to 2026 or receive a 50% refund.
You can change your category or transfer your registration to another rider by following these BikeReg directions:
How to Transfer your Registration to Someone Else
How To Change The Category You Registered For
How to Remove yourself from a Waitlist
The real Rule of Three registration goes live on February 3rd at 8am central time. Set the calendar reminder, we have no idea whether it’ll sell out in 2 minutes or not at all!
For information on the best places to stay, eat and explore near Hazel Valley Ranch, head to www.experiencefayetteville.com for all the info.

River Valley Crawfish Festival 5K & 10K
2025-04-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Sebastian County Fairgrounds, 530 E Knoxville, Greenwood, 72936, United States
The Sebastian County Fair Association is hosting a fund raising 5k for Sebastion County Fair Jr. Livestock Auction. It is part of new River Valley Crawfish Festival April 3-5th. The Race is Saturday April 5th at 10 am. It will start and end at the Sebastian County Fairgrounds, 530 East Knoxville St, Greenwood Ar. 72936 T-Shirts are provided for the first 100 to register. The entry fee is $35 & $40. Early entry fee is $25 & $30 ending March 22nd at 12 A.M.

Total Eclipse of the Park 10 Miler | 10K
2025-04-05 09:00 - 13:00 | Salem Civic Center, 135 Arena Lane, Salem, 72756, United States
Course: Course is out and back on a nice mix of pavement and gravel. Aid stations at mile 3.1 (10K turn around) and at mile 5 for the 10M (10M turn around). Check out the 10 Miler course on Strava HERE. (The 10K will turn around at mile 3.1)
What & Why
Presented by the Scribner Family Practice and in conjunction with the Salem Chamber of Commerce & Pirate Perry Events, we’re excited to a announce the first annual 10K/10Miler in Salem, Arkansas.
Participants receive a finisher medal, shirt, eclipse glasses and likely some more fun swag! Proceeds from the event benefit the local charities (more info to come).

Tyronza Stars and Stripes 5K Walk/Run
2025-04-05 09:00 - 11:00 | Tyronza City Hall, 135 Main Street, Tyronza, 72386, United States
Please join us for the 1st Annual Stars and Stripes 5k Run/Walk. This is to benefit our annual Stars and Stripes Festival here in Tyronza. This will be a fun little run along the streets of our little town with water stations along the way. Awards will be given out to each top 3 running male and female age group. The Stars and Stripes Festival features bands of different genres, vendors, and games for all ages. The festival is set for the second weekend in June with a veterans dinner on that Friday night.

Passion Play Trail Run
2025-04-05 08:00 - 15:00 | Great Passion Play, 935 Passion Play Rd, Eureka Springs, 72632, United States
The 2nd Annual Passion Play Trail Run – Presented by The Great Passion Play & I:40 Race Services
The Great Passion Play in Eureka Springs will host the 2nd Annual Passion Play Trail Run on April 5, 2025.
This will be run on the amazing Great Passion Play Trails that are a part of the Oz Trail System of Northwest Arkansas (Click Here to learn more about the Oz Trails at the Passion Play). Runners will get to experience all the aspects of the Passions Play grounds including “Running to Jesus” with all runners going by the Christ of the Ozarks Statue, experiencing parts of The Holy Land Tour, and miles of amazing nature and scenery.
The four distances are designed to have something for everyone – Fun Run, 5k Trail Run, 5 Mile Trail Run, and Half Marathon Trail Run – all happening on the morning of Saturday, April 5th.
Fun Run – This will be an all-road course to the Christ of the Ozarks Statue and then looping around the Passion Play grounds.
5k Trail Run – We have redesigned this course after feedback from last years runners that the 5k route was too difficult. We are going to stay more “on top of the hill” that the passion play ampitheater and the Christ of Ozark Statue sits on. This course will still be a challenge, but will be much easier on runners and will also take in much more of the senic aspects of the the grounds including running across the stage of the passion play and going by the tabernacle and other great aspects of the Holy Land Tour.
5 Mile Trail Run – Starts by running to the Christ of the Ozarks Statue and then on trails: Genesis, Holy Roller, Genesis, Passover, Revelation for an out and back loop around the Sea of Galilee, Genesis, and then finishes by going through the gates of Old City of Jerusalem (See Map Below).
Half Marathon Trail Run: This will be a combination of the 5k and 5 Mile Courses. Starts by running to the Christ of the Ozarks Statue on the 5 Mile Course, then the 5k course, and then a backwards loop of the 5-mile course. The 3 laps (5 miles, 3.1 miles, and 5 miles), added up to 13.1 miles.
Registration Details & Prices:
– All Participants that register by March 21st will get an event t-shirt! (first come first serve for sign-ups after March 21st)
-All finishers will get a cast finishers medal when completing the run.
-Aid station(s) will be located on each course and refreshments and snacks at the finish line.
​-Included for all participants will be a ticket to see The Great Passion Play ($35 Value) that is redeemable any time in 2025.
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL until Thanksgiving (11/28) – FR: $20 / 5k: $30 / 5 Mile: $35 / Half: $55
HOLIDAY SALE: 11/29 to New Years Eve) – FR: $25 / 5k: $35 / 5 Mile: $40 / Half: $65
REGULAR PRICE: Jan 1, 2025 to April 3rd – FR: $25 / 5k: $40 / 5 Mile: $45 / Half: $70
RUN WEEKEND: (Friday & Saturday) – FR: $30 / 5k: $45 / 5 Mile: $50 / Half: $75
Schedule for Passion Play Trail Run Weekend
Early Packet Pickup & Registration:
Friday, April 4th from 3:00 to 7:00 pm
​Race Day Packet Pickup & Registration:
Saturday, April 5th beginning at 6:30am
Packet Pickup will take place at The Great Passion Play Ticket Office
935 Passion Play Road, Eureka Springs AR. 72632
Run Start Times on Saturday, April 5th:
Half Marathon & 5 Mile at 8:00 am
5k & Fun Run at 8:30 am

Hoof it For Heifer
2025-04-05 08:00 - 15:00 | Petit Jean State Park – Petit Jean Mountain Road & Red Bluff Drive, Petit Jean Mountain Road & Red Bluff Drive, Morrilton, AR, 72110, United States
Description
Hoof it For Heifer is a 20k trail run on the Boy Scouts of America Trail in Petit Jean State Park near Morrilton, AR. On this trail, you will pass through many of the diverse plant and animal habitats on Petit Jean Mountain – from the lush vegetation of Cedar Creek Canyon to the desert-like conditions of Seven Hollows. All are represented on this trail. The trail is technical and beautiful.
This is the 11th edition of Hoof it for Heifer, and this race has raised more than $60,000 for Heifer to date. All of the net proceeds from Hoof it for Heifer are given to Heifer International. Heifer International’s mission is to end world hunger while saving the earth. Heifer has worked in 125 different countries. For more information about Heifer International go to: www.heifer.org.
If you would like to volunteer to help us host this event, or if you are bringing a loved one that would like to help, please register to volunteer. There will be 2 aid stations, 2 road crossings, and a start/finish area that will all need volunteers.
Check in will be from 6AM to 7:45AM before the race.
Register now! This race has sold out for the last few years, and the price increases are designed to encourage you to sign up soon. The capacity is 215 runners.
Course Description
This course is on extremely technical terrain, and there are about 2000 vertical feet of gain. Although your watch may log a little less than 12 miles in the race, it will feel more like 16 miles. The first ¾ of a mile are on relatively flat and open terrain. This will allow runners to space themselves out before hopping on the single track. The first aid station comes at the 4.8 mile mark after a 300 foot climb out of the Blue Hole crossing. The second at station comes at the 9.3 mile mark after you complete the 7 Hollows Trail. You will cross a bridge 0.5 miles from the finish line. This is the time to turn on your afterburners and have a strong finish! You will finish at the same place you started.
The trails are mostly single track, and passing runners may be hazardous. Please be courteous to one another and offer to let others by as they come up behind you. Also announce yourself as you approach hikers or other runners to let them know your there with a friendly “on your left” or “good morning”. We are all just out here to have fun and enjoy one another’s company!
Aid Stations
This is a cupless event! Remember Heifer’s mission is to end hunger while saving the earth. We plan to demonstrate this on a much smaller scale by providing you with much needed nutrition and eliminating excess waste. Please plan to bring your own collapsible cup or water bottle to fill at the aid stations. Aid stations will be at the 4.8 mile mark, the 9.3 mile mark, and at the finish (~12 miles).
Finish Line
As in previous editions of Hoof it for Heifer, you will receive a finisher medal as you cross the finish line, and we will have refreshments and food to help you recover. We recognize the top 3 overall male, top 3 overall female, top master (40+) male, top master female, top senior (60+) male, and top senior female.
Cancellation / Refund
If you registered but find out that you cannot run, please let us know so that we can make your spot available for someone else. If you cancel before March 15, you may receive a 50% refund, or you may choose to defer to next year for a 75% credit towards next year’s race.
We are also allowing bib transfers through Ultrasignup this year. Ultrasignup provides you a link to edit your registration. There you can choose to transfer your bib to someone else by providing their name & email. The deadline for this is Tuesday before race day.
Sponsors Welcome!
If your business would like to sponsor Hoof it for Heifer this year, please reach out to the race directors by clicking the “ask a question” button on the right side of the page. The tiers for sponsorship follow:
$150 – Heifer Level Sponsor
$500 – The Ark Level Sponsor
$1500 – Presenting Sponsor
Thank You Wanda!
Wanda Eason started this race and directed Hoof it for Heifer from its inception in 2012 through 2021. Her core group of volunteers poured their lives into making this a truly meaningful event. Despite passing the race directing responsibilities on, she still comes back to volunteer at the finish line! Your new co race directors starting in 2022 are Carrie Satterfield and Shane Poland.

Fostering Champions- The CALL 5k, 10k and Fun Run
2025-04-05 08:00 - 12:00 | Two Rivers Park, 6722 Two Rivers Park Road, Little Rock, AR, 72223, United States
Join us for either a 5k, 10k or fun run to raise awareness and funds for The CALL in Pulaski County as we continue to stand in the gap of the foster care crisis. The CALL is a nonprofit working to recruit, train and equip more than enough families to foster and adopt so that there are no children or teens in care without a safe home. Come out for a fun morning racing for an incredible cause!
You will receive a race packet with t-shirt, bib and tracker for the race. Medals will be handed out as you cross the finish line!

Wildcat Extra Mile Race
2025-04-05 08:00 - 11:00 | Harding Academy, 1529 E Park Ave, Searcy, AR, 72143, United States
The Wildcat Extra Mile is a one-mile race for competitive runners, casual walkers, and everyone in between! There will be multiple race heats so participants can run or walk at their own pace. This year’s event takes place during Spring Sing weekend! The Wildcat Extra Mile was the Championship one-mile race in the Arkansas Grand Prix series in 2024. This is a fast USATF-certified one-mile race that starts and finishes in front of Harding Academy. We encourage students, parents, grandparents, friends, and neighbors to come out and go the extra mile with us Saturday morning, April 5, 2025. For elementary participants, race proceeds will be used in the classrooms to the benefit of teachers and students. In the past, these funds have been used to purchase playground equipment, bleachers, and classroom iPads. Race proceeds from high school participants will benefit various sports programs, Robotics, Theater, Chorus, and Band. Thank you for supporting Harding Academy!
Register by Saturday March 22, 2025 to be guaranteed a t-shirt size!
USATF Certification Number: AR 19008WJT (Effective April 29, 2019-December 31, 2029)

Doom
2025-04-05 | Horseshoe Canyon Ranch, HC 70, 261, Jasper, AR, 72641, United States
Welcome to the 4th edition of Ozark Gravel Doom – the premier bikepacking event of Arkansas!
This is not for the faint of heart; it’s a proper Ozark backcountry experience. Forest Service and County roads get ROWDY. A hardtail mountain bike with 2.2″ tires or bigger is the general recommendation. If you’re a fan of underbiking, you won’t be stopped but you’ve been warned.
Resupply runouts are one of the most notable challenges of this event. A combo of limited store hours and tiny “towns” take the logistics to a heightened level.
Below are the tentative routes. Changes will be minor if any – water levels can attribute to this. Expect some water crossings no matter what.
Doom
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45392659
Despair
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45393331
Dismay
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48643965
The start/finish venue is Horseshoe Canyon Ranch. Vehicles can be parked here for the entirety of the event and there’s plenty of camping for everyone! Cabins are also available for booking. We blocked off cabins Friday, Saturday and Sunday night for this event so you’ll have to call to make a reservation. Just mention you’re participating in Doom and they’ll let you book anything that’s still available! Camping is first come, first serve – but they won’t run out of space. They’re actively working on an additional campground that will have reservable sites as well (2025 TBD). Horseshoe Canyon Ranch day rates, meal pricing, and other amenities & activities can be found via the link below.
https://www.horseshoecanyon.com/
Doom & Despair riders will be required to carry a tracking device and register via Trackleaders (this happens closer to the event) so please be aware an additional cost will come up apart from this event registration. Renting ends up being around $80 and providing your own ends up being around $30.
Doom & Despair riders get gremlin bells the morning of the event. These have to be attached to the bike in some form or fashion throughout the ride.
Dismay was added to get more people in on the party! Tracking is optional.
Full refunds available before March 1st, 2025; no refunds after that. You may transfer your registration to someone else or you can defer as credit to a future event.
*This is a self-supported event. You will be given loads of emails as the event date approaches to set you up for success and to answer a lot of commonly asked questions. Despair & Dismay riders will be able to sleep in the backyard of an airbnb being rented in Oark for night one and use the facilities in the house (running water, toilet, etc.). If you need to be picked up on route it is your responsibility to figure it out. If it’s an emergency, we will treat it as an emergency.

Fort Smith Marathon, Half Marathon & 5 Leg Marathon Relay
2025-03-30 07:00 - 15:00 | Downtown Fort Smith, 1001 Garrison Avenue, Fort Smith, 72901, United States
Get ready for an unforgettable race experience at the Fort Smith Marathon, starting in the heart of historic downtown Fort Smith, Arkansas. This stunning course will take you through charming neighborhoods, scenic paved trails, and the rolling terrain, offering a challenge for all runners. Along the way, you’ll pass iconic landmarks and experience the rich history of this vibrant city.
Whether you’re aiming for a personal best or simply want to enjoy the views, the Fort Smith Marathon, Half Marathon, or 5 Leg Relay is the perfect event for runners of all levels. With a race starting at 7:00 AM on Sunday, March 30, 2025, don’t miss the chance to be part of this exciting and challenging race.
Join us for the journey – Run the Fort Smith Marathon and discover the beauty of this historic city!

Styx & Stones Trail Marathon
2025-03-29 08:00 - 17:00 | Devil’s Den State Park, 11333 West Arkansas Hwy. 74, West Fork, AR, 72774, United States
Join us this spring at Devil’s Den State Park, an Arkansas icon nestled in the Lee Creek Valley, for the Styx & Stones Trail Races. Both the Full and Half Marathon race distances will explore the beautiful new Monument Trail system, Butterfield Hiking Trail, Devil’s Den’s unique rock formations and rock gardens, and given the time of year you may experience running under a seasonal waterfall! The longer the distance, the greater the rewards including creek crossings, big climbs, and more remote technical running that Styx & Stones is so well known for. This year, the event will be free, but we ask that you make a minimum donation of $20 to cover our costs and support the benefiting groups. This is a graduate level trail marathon with significantly challenging and technical terrain. Please be prepared or consider the Half Marathon if you are not an experienced trail runner.
Event Background:
From it’s inception with Mark Den Herder as RD, Styx & Stones has been about celebrating the trail community and giving back; donating 100% of any race proceeds to support the West Fork XC team. We will continue to honor and expand that tradition in 2024. With the help of our sponsors and your donations, our goal is that 100% will be donated to support the West Fork XC teams, Friends of Devil’s Den, and Ozark Offroad Cyclists, who build and maintain most of our Ozark trails.
RACE DAY INFORMATION
Parking:

PLEASE consider carpooling; parking is going to be tight with runners and volunteers coming to the park which is shared with mountain bikers, hikers, and families who I’m sure will be coming to enjoy the park. The Ozark Mountain Bike Festival is concluding on race day.
Arrive early and give yourself plenty of time to find parking and perhaps walk a bit to the starting area.
Please be respectful of the park and only park in designated areas. The park has been incredible partners and we want to be invited back next year!

Post-Race Food & Drink: (around 11:00am)
We will be serving food to all runners and volunteers’ post-race along with a cold beer donated by Fossil Cove Brewing Company (please only take one). If you want more than one beer, please bring your own so we have enough for everyone.
Safety Requirements:
15min prior to the start of your race you must check-in, so we know who’s out there. Be prepared to announce your number when you approach an aid station so that we can keep track of you; someone will be there taking down numbers. If you plan to drop from the race, make sure someone at the aid station knows you are dropping AND make sure you come to the start/finish area and let us know so that we can mark you as finished and safe. We do not want to be searching for runners on the course late into the night only to find out you left for home. *There’s NO cell service at the park, be prepared for that!!
Be Kind Rule:
DO NOT litter. Carry out what you carry in or you’ll never be welcomed back (period). Help your fellow runners if needed; this is a trail race and there’s no prize money. Behave respectfully and carry yourself with grace; everyone involved with this race is a volunteer, it’s a not-for-profit race put on at a very affordable price.
TRAIL RUNNING & TRASH:
Please respect the trails and the beauty of Devil’s Den State Park by disposing of any trash at one of our aid stations. DO NOT throw trash on the ground; any runner caught littering will be disqualified and prevented from all future races. If you see trash on the trail, sacrifice a few seconds of your race and pick it up. If you’re strong enough to run a half to full marathon, you can carry a gel packet or candy wrapper a few miles to the next aid station!
CUPLESS RACE
In an effort to reduce the footprint of races and preserve the trails we love; Styx & Stones will be a cupless event. ALL runners of all distances will be responsible for carrying their own container to refill along the way. So, bring a collapsible cup if you want a sugary drink at the aid station and bring a hydration vest or water bottles and we’ll refill them for you at the aid stations along the way. Thank you for being great trail stewards!
General Details:

Date: Saturday March 30, 2024
Start Time: 7am. Check-in at 6:30.
Location: The CCC Pavilion at Devil’s Den State Park, Winslow, AR
Facebook Page for latest info.
Distances: Marathon and Half Marathon
Aid Stations: Every 4-7 miles
Lodging: Cabins and Campsites. Book early!
Cost: Free. Recommending a minimum donation of $20 to cover costs and donations.
Contact info: Cliff Pittman

Course Description:
ROUTE. The route is the same as last year. It’s a challenging route with some good variety! Cut off for the full is 9 hours. You must finish the first loop (13.1 miles) in 4 hours to continue on in the full. If you plan to start early, make sure to let me know. You can expect 2,000+ feet of gain in the Half and 4,000+ feet of gain in the Full. The first few miles are about as technical as Ozark single track gets on the Butterfield Hiking Trail and Gorley King. You’ll have a little bit of double track and also a lot of fast and flowy single track, weaving in and out of epic rock formations and waterfalls and one creek crossing. This is one of the prettiest areas to run in the state and you’re in for a treat! While the course will be adequately marked (overmarked), I encourage you to download this GPX route to your device. If you get lost, it’s your fault. Oh, and if you feel an intersection needs to be marked differently than you would have marked it, please don’t “correct it”. Everyone behind you will get off course. There are so many trails in this network, so again, I highly encourage having the GPX on a device.
Half Marathon – 1 loop
Full Marathon – 2 loops (same direction)
Strava Route
Aid Stations.
Lewis Automotive Mile 3
Water Drop Mile 5
OORC Mile 9
Start/Finish by Lewis Auto Mile 13.5
Lewis Automotive Mile 16.5
Water Drop Mile 18.5
OORC Mile 22.5
2024 Benefiting Groups:

Friends of Devil’s Den State Park, Inc. helps Devil’s Den State Park provide diverse recreational and educational opportunities for all visitors while protecting the natural and cultural resources of this unique Ozark valley. The Friends raise money to cover costs beyond the state budget for equipment, improvements, and programs to make the Park more convenient and enjoyable. Friends also provide volunteer labor at programs and for maintenance and improvement of the Park.
The Ozark Off Road Cyclists is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating and maintaining sustainable soft-surface multiuse trails in the Arkansas Ozarks and River Valley, giving greater opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to live healthy active lives. Established in 1997, the OORC works with local, state, and federal agencies to conserve the natural environment for recreational experiences. They regularly partner with a variety of user groups, land managers, and businesses for numerous outdoor events including educational training in sustainable trail building and maintenance, volunteer opportunities, and mountain bike races and rides.
The West Fork XC Team– Since the beginning of Styx & Stones a portion of the donations have gone to supporting the local West Fork cross-country team whose members come out and volunteer to show their support for the local running community. This past fall at the State XC meet in Hot Springs, the HS Boys team placed a solid 3rd with the HS girls team not too far behind in 5th place. They had 4 individual athletes who earned All-State Honors and several athletes who earned their all-time best 5K times!

Mission Run in the Ozarks 5K, Half, and Full Marathon
2025-03-29 08:00 - 15:00 | Flatwoods Baptist Church, 2709 E Main St., Mountain View, 72560, United States
The 12th Annual Mission Run in the Ozarks will take place Saturday morning March 29, 2025 at 7:00 and 9:00 a.m., starting at Flatwoods Missionary Baptist Church and ending at the Stone County Court Square. The event will include a 5K, Half, and Full Marathon Run through streets and highways of Mountain View and Stone County. Races will start at Flatwoods Church and end at the Stone County Court Square. Spectators will be allowed to encourage participants along the challenging, but yet, adventurous hills! Parking will be available at Flatwoods Baptist Church. Shuttles are provided back to start area after run. Events will be timed by Agee Race Timing. Online Registration is available! Packets can be picked up Saturday morning starting at 6 a.m. on Mar 29, 2025 at Flatwoods Church. Restrooms available on Court Square. T-shirts are guaranteed to all who register prior to Dec 30, 2024.
