Back 40 Trail Runs
Nov 14, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Back 40 Trail Runs
948 Blowing Springs Rd.
Bella Vista AR, 72714
USA
Entry Fee $35
(Lowest or Early Registration)
Entry Fee 2 $80
(Highest or Late Registration)
Prize Money: no
Distance(s):
- 13.1M
- 20M
- 5M
- 40M
Type: Ultra
Participant Limit: 500
Starting Elevation: 1027
High Point: 1325
Percent of the course on un-paved trails: 95%
First Year of the Event: 2019
Men's Record: Alex Wagner 34:46.9 (2024), Brooks Hedstrom 1:31:13 (2019), Matt Hadley 2:22:28
Women's Record: Lasady Heiner 46:50.7 (2024), Ali Rush 1:42:51 (2019), Ashlee Riester 2:38:04 (2023)
Description:
The Back 40 is a one day trail experience held on the second weekend
in November. Come experience some of the best trail systems in
Northwest Arkansas. The Back 40 and Little Sugar. The Back 40 opened
in 2016 and is nationally known. Little Sugar fully opened in 2021
and has quickly gained popularity. Located in Bella Vista, Arkansas
the trails feature over 80 miles of pure Arkansas singletrack.
Dirt, rocks, roots, ravines, bridges, waterfalls – we have it all.
This event, brought to you by the organizers of the award-winning
War Eagle Trail Races and the City of Bella Vista, brings folks together
to race through the woods. Push some limits, and have a blast doing it
while providing funds to maintain and improve the trail system.
Here in Bella Vista, we have deep woods, generous climbs and stunning
views. We took advantage of this topography when Mayor Peter Christie
said to build some trails! These trails meander through the woods,
splash through streams, hug bluff lines and cross specially built
breathtaking bridges. You’re going to want to stop for a selfie. And then,
when you finish, take one with Mayor Christie, who waits at the finish!
Participants will get a shirt with the phenomenal race logo,
designed by local artist and runner Ryan Holler. Finishers medals
will be given to all participants. Overall top finishers (male and female)
will receive podium awards as well.
Map
Past Event Dates
Held on Nov 14, 2026
Held on Nov 08, 2025
Held on Nov 11, 2023
Held on Nov 12, 2022
Held on Nov 13, 2021
Held on Dec 14, 2019




