Hot Springs Half Marathon

Hot Springs, United States • 31 Jan 2026

Event overview

The Hot Springs Half Marathon takes place on Saturday, January 31, 2026, in Hot Springs, Arkansas. The race is a trail half marathon held within the Northwoods Trails and Cedar Glades Park adjacent to Hot Springs National Park in the Ouachita Mountains. The event location is listed as 300 Pineland Drive, Hot Springs, AR 71901.

Logistics, awards and amenities

  • Distance: Half marathon

Packet pickup is available early on Friday, January 30 from 4:00 to 8:00 PM (location to be determined) and on race day at the Start/Finish area (300 Pineland Drive) from 7:00 to 8:00 AM. Parking is available in the parking lots within Northwoods. Portable restrooms are provided at the Start/Finish area and at select locations on course.

Awards are given to the top three overall male and female finishers and to the top three male and female finishers in these age categories: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+. All finishers receive a Hot Springs Half Marathon finisher medal. Participant swag includes a custom bib number and a long sleeve performance shirt.

A referral program credits a full refund of the entry fee after four qualifying referrals; qualifying registrations must use the unique referral link and be separate transactions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

13 mi
Half Marathon
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