The Next Loop 50K • 50M • 100K • 100M – Pinnacle Mountain

Four distances. One course. One question—how far will you go?

Welcome to Pinnacle Mountain State Park for a continuous, loop-based ultra built around one simple idea: every mile matters. Choose from the 50K, 50 Mile, 50 Mile Night Challenge, 100K, or 100 Mile and experience a race where consistent support, smart pacing, and personal determination matter more than complicated logistics.

Every lap follows a scenic 3.5 mile trail loop before returning to the central Start/Finish hub, where you’ll find a fully stocked aid station, access to your crew and personal gear, and encouragement from fellow runners.

Choose your Challenge
50 Mile Challenge: 7:00 AM start • 14-hour cutoff
50 Mile Night Challenge: 9:00 PM start • 14-hour cutoff
100K Challenge: 7:00 AM start • 30-hour cutoff
100 Mile Challenge: 7:00 AM start • 34-hour cutoff
Each event uses the same 5K loop course, allowing runners to focus on pacing, nutrition, and endurance rather than complicated logistics. Chip timing records every completed lap, giving runners and crews real-time insight into pacing and progress throughout the race.

Who this race is for: Whether you’re running your first ultra or chasing a new endurance milestone, The Next Loop Challenge Series offers four professionally supported trail races designed for athletes who value smart pacing, efficient logistics, and a supportive race atmosphere.

Aid Stations & Crew Support
Every lap returns runners to a fully stocked aid station at the Start/Finish hub, making fueling and hydration simple throughout the race. The aid station offers water, sports drink, chips, cookies, candy, pickles, salted potatoes, and late-night bacon to help keep runners moving through the miles.

Please note that energy gels, chews, and specialty nutrition are not provided. Runners should bring any personal nutrition or electrolytes they prefer.

The centralized layout allows athletes to stage personal gear at the Big Maumelle Pavilion or directly from their vehicle, making shoe changes, clothing swaps, and nutrition adjustments quick and convenient. Family members, friends, crews, and spectators are encouraged to spend the day at the venue and support runners throughout the event.

Pacers are welcome for all distances and are encouraged to help athletes finish safely and confidently. For everyone’s safety, all runners and pacers must carry water while on the trail, and headlamps or lights are required from dusk until dawn.

Race Weekend
Race headquarters is located at the Big Maumelle Pavilion inside Pinnacle Mountain State Park, providing a comfortable central hub for athletes, crews, and spectators. The venue features ample parking, covered seating, clean restrooms, lake access, a playground, and plenty of space to stage gear from the pavilion or your vehicle.

Packet Pickup

Friday, July 24 • 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM at the Big Maumelle Pavilion. A race briefing and runner orientation will begin at 6:00 PM, covering the course, trail markings, race procedures, nutrition, pacing strategies, heat management, and an open Q&A session. Whether this is your first ultra or your hundredth, everyone is welcome.

Race Day

Race day packet pickup is available Saturday, July 25 from 5:30 AM to 6:30 AM. Please arrive early to check in, prepare your gear, and be ready for your scheduled start time.