Bike And Cycling

Northwest Arkansas boasts many bike-friendly destinations and was named one of the Top 25 Places for Bikes in the U.S. by Outdoor Magazine. With 250+ miles of natural surface trails and 150+ miles of paved paths, trail additions are always in progress. Northwest Arkansas also hosts regional and international cycling events, including the Joe Martin Stage Race for road cycling.

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BIKE & CYCLING

Razorback Greenway

Razorback Greenway

Linking together several cities, schools, community hubs, and the University of Arkansas, the Greenway is Northwest Arkansas’ longest urban, hard-surface trail. The path stretches nearly 40 miles as it winds its way from Bella Vista to Fayetteville.

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Oz Trails NWA

OZ Trails

Northwest Arkansas offers several world-class soft-surface trails such as Slaughter Pen, Kessler Mountain, Lake Fayetteville, and Lake Atalanta. With over 300 miles of dirt ribbon, OZ Trails is for mountain bikers of all skill levels and riding styles.

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Trailblazers

Trailblazers

Trailblazers is a nonprofit that emerged in 2021 from the merger of two highly respected groups: NWA Trailblazers and BikeNWA. This combined entity has developed over 300 miles of multi-use trails, including the acclaimed OZ Trails network, while also leading the way in bicycle advocacy and education initiatives to promote active transportation in the region.

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Natural State Rock & Republic

Natural State Rock & Republic

A business aimed at tapping into the area’s passion for cycling, NSR&R’s mission is to create community by tapping into something much bigger than ourselves through shared experiences on bikes. They offer a beautifully renovated guest house, cycling coaches, and tours and expeditions for cyclists who are interested in seeing the Ozarks.

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BIKE PARKS

Railyward Bike Park

Railyard Bike Park

Designed by professional mountain bike trail builders, Railyard is a premier mountain bike park offering over 1.5 acres of gravity-fed trails and jumps suitable for riders of all skill levels. It’s one of the few parks in the country that incorporates street lights— making the park safer and expanding its hours of operation.

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Runway Bike Park

Runway Bike Park

Conceived as a training ground for aspiring mountain bikers, the park is a 2.75 acre state-of-the-art outdoor bicycle skills training area on the campus of The Jones Center. It comprises three separate areas: the Pump Track, which is one of the largest asphalt tracks in North America, the Skills Course, and the Bicycle Playground.

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Mudtown BMX

Mudtown BMX

A BMX racing track located in Lowell and designed for riders of all ages and skill levels to hone their skills and experience the thrill of high-speed competition.

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NONPROFIT / CLUBS

People for Bikes

People for Bikes

Since 1999, PeopleForBikes has created a prominent place for bikes in transportation, mobility, and recreation decisions at all levels of government. With a mission to get more people riding bikes more often, they ensure bikes are prioritized and positioned as a real solution to improve Americans’ health, connect communities, boost local and state economies, strengthen our nation, and protect our planet.

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Pedal it Forward

Pedal It Forward NWA

A nonprofit organization working to increase the number of people on bikes by distributing free or low-cost bicycles to those who can’t afford them.

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Women of OZ NWA

Women of OZ NWA

An inclusive non-profit run by a board of women leaders in Northwest Arkansas who aim to lower the barrier of entry for women mountain bikers. They aim to create a welcoming and non-intimidating environment for all women regardless of background or skill level.

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Ozark Off-Road Cyclists

Ozark Off-Road Cyclists

A nonprofit organization dedicated to building and maintaining sustainable soft surface trails in Arkansas. The group creates better opportunities for hikers, mountain bikers, and trail runners to enjoy the many local parks in the area.

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Ozark Outdoor Foundation

Ozark Outdoor Foundation

A charitable organization focused on hosting, creating, operating, or partnering with organizations to execute a variety of outdoor recreational events in Northwest Arkansas. From world-class championship-caliber races to fun outdoor family events, their objective is to position Arkansas as a premier outdoor recreation destination.

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Ozark Adaptive Sports

Ozark Adaptive Sports

OZASA is a nonprofit serving people with physical disabilities in the Greater Northwest Arkansas area who wish to stay physically active. They strive to build an inclusive community for people with disabilities and offer opportunities for them to compete in sports and have fun.

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EVENTS

Joe Martin Stage Race

A 4-day, 4-stage professional men and women’s cycling race along with a 2-day, 2-stage amateur stage race held in the spring each year in Fayetteville.

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Arkansas High Country

A breathtaking 1,041-mile cycling route that takes riders through the stunning landscapes of the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains in Arkansas, featuring scenic byways, historic sites, and charming towns along the way.

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OUTERBIKE

A nationally celebrated, premier cycling event that offers bike enthusiasts the opportunity to test out the latest and greatest bikes on some of the most scenic and challenging trails in Bentonville.

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