Trail Running calendar near Little Rock 2026-2027

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.

A 5K trail event on June 3, 2026 at War Memorial Golf Course Park, featuring a grassy, low rock course. Registration has a $25 fee, Brooks and Fleet Feet will be present, and all proceeds go to Little Rock Parks and Recreation.

A trail 5k at Ridgerunner Farm and Chapel on June 13, 2026, hosted by John 3:16 Women’s Ministry. The event includes blackberry cobbler, fresh berries to pick, and awards for age groups plus overall male and female winners.

Trail race at White Oak Lake State Park in Bluff City Arkansas with distances from a 1 mile fun run to a half marathon including a 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.

Loop-based ultrarunning at Pinnacle Mountain State Park with 50 Mile day and night options, a 100 Kilometer, and a 100 Mile challenge. Runners complete repeated 3.1 mile laps to a central aid station with limited field size.

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.

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.

Multi distance trail event in Hagarville, Arkansas featuring a point to point 100 mile on singletrack, out and back 50 and 50K races, a loop 25K, and a run then bike Dirty Doo with satellite tracking and campground finishes.

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..

A loop based trail event at Pinnacle Mountain State Park on a 3.1 mile Kingfisher Trail loop with centralized aid. Runners complete one loop at a time and may continue to stack laps toward longer distances.

A two day trail running event at Allsopp Park in Little Rock featuring a one lap Fun Run and a six hour timed ultra on the same technical 5k loop. Awards, finisher medals, swag, aid stations, and a Double Dare option are included.

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.

Trail ultras in the Sylamore Ranger District with 100 mile and 38 mile options through rocky, steep terrain. Staffed aid stations, creek crossings, drop bag support, and on site camping at Misty Mornings in Norfork Arkansas.

Experience a 5k mud run or a color run in Stuttgart Arkansas to support cancer patients. Choose from timed competitive heats, team challenges, or a kids course featuring specialized obstacles on flat terrain.