20221223
2026-11-14

Nov 14, 2026 at 7:30 AM

Back 40 Trail Runs

948 Blowing Springs Rd.

Bella Vista AR, 72714

USA

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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. 

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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

Event Results

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View 2021 Results

View 2019 Results