Trail Running calendar near Hot Springs 2026-2027

A 5K and untimed family run at Martin Marietta Hatton Quarry in Cove, AR, featuring chip timing and cash prizes for top finishers. Post-race activities include rock painting, vendors, and an off-site after party.

Wild Hope Trail Race on July 11, 2026 at White Oak Lake State Park features multiple trail distances including 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.

A loop based ultra at Pinnacle Mountain State Park offering 50K, 50 mile, 100K and 100 mile options with a central aid station and a limited field of 30 runners. Repeated laps allow frequent aid and crew access.

Test your endurance at Ferncliff Camp with a multi loop trail race near Little Rock. Enjoy a post race cookout and pool access after navigating inclines and water crossings across various distances.

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 5K trail race at Camp Robinson in North Little Rock that runs across grass, road and improved surface trails around the lake. The race is part of Minuteman Day and is open to all runners.

Trail races along the Cossatot River in Wickes, Arkansas offering 12.5-mile and 25-mile options on rocky single-track with substantial elevation gain, aid stations, shuttle service for the half, and a no cup policy.

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.

A weekend of trail races near Hagarville, Arkansas featuring a point to point 100 mile on the Ozark Highlands Trail plus several shorter loop and out and back events. Satellite GPS tracking, staffed aid stations and finisher buckles are pro..

Race the Base Trail Run returns to Pinnacle Mountain State Park on October 31 2026 with a 13 mile Monumental Half, a 4 mile loop, and a free kids run. The event features technical single track, age group awards, and commemorative shirts for..

The Next Loop Endurance Series at Pinnacle Mountain in Roland Arkansas uses repeated 3.1 mile (5K) trail loops. Athletes may stop after any completed loop and overall results combine loop times.

A two day trail running event at Allsopp Park in Little Rock featuring a roughly 5k single track loop. Options include a one lap Fun Run, a six hour ultra, or the Double Dare combining both events.

A six hour team trail race at Woolly Hollow State Park on November 7, 2026 for teams of four running loops around Lake Bennett on the Huckleberry trail. Completed loops earn entries in a post race prize drawing.

A Thanksgiving morning 5K and kids mile at UCA Estes Stadium in Conway with in-person and virtual options, a wheelchair division, stroller friendly course, and a wooded trail section.

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.

An annual trail event at Woolly Hollow State Park with 10, 4 and 1 mile courses plus a virtual run or walk. Proceeds benefit the Cabugcayan Mission Church in the Philippines and awards top finishers in the 10 and 4 mile races.

A trail marathon on the Lake Ouachita Vista Trail near Mount Ida on December 5, 2026. Full and half options available, six aid stations, no entry fee, and the half finishes at Hickory Nut Mountain with a shuttle.

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.