Arkansas
Arkansas Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Arkansas for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 53 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Arkansas below and join the trail community at these great events!
April 2027
A multi day trail relay at Centennial Park in Fayetteville, AR running flowy mountain bike trails with team categories, camping options, and views of the Ozark Mountains.
Trail running weekend at The Great Passion Play grounds in early April 2027, with 1K, 5k, 5-mile, and half marathon courses that pass the Christ of the Ozarks and Holy Land Tour. Entry includes a show ticket and a finisher medal.
Trail endurance event in Higden, Arkansas where runners repeat a timed 5K every hour for six or twelve hours, earning patches, medals, and leaderboard ranking.
Trail ultramarathon in Pinnacle Mountain State Park near Little Rock offering 50 mile and 50 km courses along rocky single track and the shore of Lake Maumelle.
Celebrate the season at Cullen Park with a 10K, 5K, 1 Mile, or Kids Dash featuring finisher medals, live music, and a festive atmosphere for all ages.
May 2027
A repeated-loop elimination race in Gentry, AR where runners complete 1 mile loops with a 20 minute limit and the last remaining runner wins the pooled entry pot.
Multiple distance races in North Little Rock with in-person and virtual options, from a kids dash to a 13.1 mile half marathon.
June 2027
A community running event in North Little Rock with distances from a kids dash to a virtual half marathon, chip timing for the 5K, post-race food, and age group awards.
Bigfoot Running Company presents a multi-distance race in Little Rock on June 26, 2027 with kids, 2, 4, 8, and half marathon options plus a virtual 13.1 mile entry.
July 2027
Run through the Ouachita National Forest on rolling forest roads at this night event featuring 25k and 50k distances followed by a pancake breakfast.
August 2027
Trail race at Ferncliff Camp near Little Rock with four loop-based distance options, aid stations on each loop, post-race cookout and pool access.
September 2027
Two trail races on Mt. Nebo with 13.1 and 20 mile courses over rocky, climbing singletrack; free entry with optional $15 shirt, proceeds support local teams and Friends of Nebo.
Trail running at Cossatot River State Park with 12.5 mile and 25 mile options on rocky single track and substantial elevation gain.