Trail Running calendar near Mena 2026-2027

We have found 11 Trailruns within 80 miles of Mena. See below where and when you can find the races.

Tackle the technical Ouachita Switchbacks in Big Cedar Oklahoma on January 17, 2026, offering 50K, 25K and 10 mile options. Expect rugged climbs, scenic valley views, switchbacks and a river crossing, plus a finisher hoodie and mug.

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.

February 2026

Outlaw 100 Oklahoma invites runners to tackle rugged 13 mile loops in Twin Mountains with technical rock, steep climbs, creek crossings and big elevation gain. Choose distances from 5K to 135 miles, plus relays and marathon, Feb 14 to 16.

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.

Run scenic 2 mile loops to a hilltop overlooking Lake Vian during a weekend of distances from 4 miles to 100 miles, including marathon and ultramarathon options. Chip timing with live lap counts, finisher medals and a buckle for 100 milers.

March 2026

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.

April 2026

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.

May 2026

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.

July 2026

Run under the stars at Dark and Dirty Miles, a night trail at Twin Mountain Offroad Park on a repeated 5K loop that keeps you close to start and finish. Multiple run and ruck distances, stocked aid stations, post race meal, race shirt and f..

September 2026

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.

October 2026

Run the Hare Mountain 100 through the Ozark Highlands for a rugged, scenic ultramarathon across bluffs, waterfalls and hardwood forest in northwest Arkansas. Choose 100, 50 or 60K distances on this challenging course.