Trail Running calendar near Big Fork 2026-2027

Enjoy a donation based trail run through the scenic Ouachita National Forest with 20 mile and 12 mile options. Finish your day with a community cookout and season celebration at the Lake Sylvia Day Use Area.

A 15 km summit climb in Havana, Arkansas, the Mount Magazine 15K includes a short dirt approach, a paved ascent to the top, and a shuttle back down. Run, walk, and virtual options come with a race shirt and custom medals.

Riggs CAT Rock N Run 5K on June 27, 2026 at Martin Marietta Hatton Quarry in Cove AR features a chip timed 5K, an untimed family fun run, cash prizes for top finishers and post race activities including rock painting and a vendor area.

Wild Hope Trail Race on July 11, 2026 at White Oak Lake State Park offers 1 mile, 5k, 10k, half marathon and a half marathon ruck division. Proceeds support church planting and tabernacle construction in West Africa.

Experience a night run through the Ouachita National Forest on rolling Forest Service Roads. This event features 25k and 50k distances followed by a post race meal of pancakes and bacon to celebrate the AURA Ultra Trail Series kickoff.

Experience a challenging trail race at Mount Nebo featuring rocky terrain and significant vertical climbs. Choose between 13.1 and 20 mile distances through scenic Arkansas landscapes including waterfalls and river valley views.

A trail event in Cossatot River State Park near Wickes, AR with 12.5- and 25-mile courses on rocky, rooty single-track and substantial elevation gain. Aid stations, finisher medal, and race tee available if ordered by Sep 5.

Experience a historic 100 mile journey through the Ouachita Mountains on forest roads and trails. This Western States qualifier features 23 aid stations and a tradition of southern hospitality in any finishing time.

Beaverfoot is a trail run at Beavers Bend State Park in Broken Bow OK offering 11 Miler and 22 Miler courses on rocky single track with substantial elevation gain, mapped aid stations, required gear, and distance specific finisher awards.

An overnight endurance event at Sunset Lake in Benton, Arkansas offering 6 hour, 12 hour, and 24 hour formats. Entry is free and a suggested donation of $20 supports the local running club.

Trail marathon and a 17 mile fun run in Big Fork on January 9 2027. Entry is limited to 225 runners and registration is required; aid stations and the post race party will be cupless.

A trail running event near Mt. Ida, Arkansas, on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail offering 100 mile, 100 km, and 50 km courses with course maps, GPX files, and race support provided.