Wild Hope Trail Race
Gurdon, United States • 11 Jul 2026
Wild Hope Trail Race - July 11, 2026
Wild Hope Trail Race is scheduled for July 11, 2026 at White Oak Lake State Park in Bluff City, Arkansas, with a listed venue address of 563 State Hwy 387. The event offers multiple trail distances including a ruck division that requires participants to carry weight.
The course runs through bottomland hardwood and pine forests, along sandy singletrack and the rolling shoreline of the lake. Route descriptions note a mix of technical sections and smoother stretches suitable for faster running where conditions allow.
Distances include:
- 1 Mile Fun Run for kids and families
- 5K Trail Run
- 10K Trail Run
- Half Marathon Trail Run
- Half Marathon Ruck Division for those carrying weight
Organizers describe typical July conditions as hot and humid, reflecting Southwest Arkansas summer weather. The event page states that proceeds from Wild Hope go toward church planting and tabernacle construction in West Africa, supporting religious and community projects there.
Registration is listed as closing on Wed, Jul 8 at 11:59 PM CT. The description focuses on course terrain, available distances, charitable purpose, and seasonal weather expectations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.