Trail Running Calendar Arkansas 2026-2027

Tackle rugged Ozarks single track and double track around Lake Norfork at David's Trail Endurance Run, with big climbs across 7K, 25K and 50K courses. Proceeds support trail expansion and the event goes on rain or shine.

Run scenic, rugged trails at Village Creek State Park near Wynne with 25K and 10K options on Jan 24, 2026. Expect creeks, mud and steep ridgelines and bring your own bottle for this cup free event; registration closes Jan 22 and there is no..

Take on chilly singletrack at the Frozen Toes Trail Races in Kessler Mountain Regional Park on January 24 with a technical 15K or a family friendly 5K. Finishers get socks and a medal plus warm soup and a beer for participants 21 and older.

Run the Hot Springs Half Marathon through Northwoods Trails and Cedar Glades Park in the Ouachita Mountains on January 31, 2026. All finishers get a medal and a long sleeve performance shirt.

Run the River Trail 15K in North Little Rock on January 31, 2026, a fast, fully paved course along the Arkansas River, Old Rock Quarry and Burns Park. Chip timing and Grand Prix plus RRCA State Championship status promise a scenic, competit..

Join the Sylamore Trail Run Feb 14 2026 at Angler's White River Resort in Allison Arkansas with scenic 50K and 25K out and back courses and creek crossings. Both races are full and waiting lists are closed.

Run 100K or 100 Mile on the rugged Lake Ouachita Vista Trail near Hot Springs, Arkansas, with rocky single track and scenic ridgelines. Manned aid stations and live tracking make for a rewarding ultramarathon weekend.

Three Day Syllamo is a rugged ultrarunning stage race on singletrack around Blanchard Springs, Arkansas, offering one, two or three day entries that add up to about 94 miles. Camp on site and earn a commemorative Rock for finishing all stag..

Hit the trails at Lake Catherine State Park for the Dam Mountain 10K and Horseshoe Mountain 5K on March 21, 2026. Enjoy scenic singletrack and options to run or walk while racing through Hot Springs forest.

Hit the trails at Petit Jean Mountain on March 28, 2026 for The Next Loop Endurance Series Arkansas, with distances from 5K to 50K over scenic trail terrain. Choose your challenge and enjoy a day of rugged trails, great views, and community..

Join the Passion Play Trail Run at The Great Passion Play grounds in Eureka Springs for scenic trail courses from a fun run to a half marathon. Enjoy finisher medals, aid stations, finish line snacks and a ticket to see The Great Passion Pl..

Outback in the Ozarks Pure Trail Edition is a 120 mile team relay around Eureka Springs that winds through scenic Ozark trails. Teams race Friday and Saturday and each runner completes three trail legs for 15 miles of rugged fun.

Run scenic trails around DeGray Lake at Iron Mountain Legend on April 11, 2026, with 11K, 28K, 42K and virtual options. Expect on course aid stations, post race food, a finisher medal and special lodge rates for a memorable trail weekend.

Join a scenic trail fundraiser on April 18, 2026 in Little Rock at the 35th Ouachita Trail 50. Choose 50 mile or 50 km routes that climb Pinnacle Mountain and run along Lake Maumelle while supporting Pinnacle Mountain State Park.

Feel The Burn Trail Runs in North Little Rock at Burns Park, featuring rugged hilly single track and distances from 10K to 50K, has been cancelled. Registration closed December 14, 2025.

Join the Catsmacker, an AURA fun run at Lake Sylvia near Perryville Arkansas, with about 20 mile and 12 mile routes over forest roads and Ouachita Trail. Entry is donation based, fills up fast, and includes aid stations, awards and a post r..

Conquer the climb at the Mount Magazine 15k on May 30, 2026 in Havana, AR. Enjoy a scenic uphill route to the summit with shuttle return or run back, plus a shirt and custom medal; run, walk and virtual entries available.

Challenge yourself on the scenic River Corridor Trail at Cossatot River State Park with 12.5 mile and 25 mile options over rugged single track and big elevation. Finish at the Visitor Center and earn a finisher medal and race tee.

Join the Arkansas Traveller 100 in Perryville Oct 3 to 4, 2026 for a rugged 100 mile journey through the Ouachita Mountains with big climbs and scenic trails. Fully supported with frequent aid stations, this is a Western States qualifier.

Hare Mountain 100 in Hagarville AR challenges runners on rugged, rocky Ozark Highlands trails with steep climbs. Distances from 25K to 100 mile including 105k; proceeds benefit local animal shelters and the Ozark Highlands Trail.