Arkansas · Trail 50K · 25K · 10K
McDowell Mountain Challenge
McDowell Mountain Challenge is a Trail 50K, 25K and 10K event held in Bella Vista, Arkansas. It is usually held in December; the exact date hasn't been confirmed in the listing yet. About 150 runners take part across all distances.
- Usually held
- December
- Location
- Bella Vista, AR
- Field size
- ~150 runners
Race details
- Usually held in
- December (date not confirmed)
- Location
- Bella Vista, Arkansas
- Distances
- Trail 50K, 25K, 10K
- Field size
- About 150 runners
- Course
- Mountainous
- Official website
- mcdowellmountainchallenge.com
About the McDowell Mountain Challenge
A small Northwest Arkansas trail challenge over hilly mountain singletrack, geared toward experienced trail runners seeking a tough technical course. It draws a modest, dedicated field.
Rankings and notes
- Rankings and awards
- Local Northwest Arkansas mountain trail challenge
- Notes
- Tough mountain trail race
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McDowell Mountain Challenge: common questions
- When is the McDowell Mountain Challenge?
- The next date hasn't been announced in the listing yet. The race is usually held in December. Check the organiser's website for the official date.
- Where is the McDowell Mountain Challenge held?
- In Bella Vista, Arkansas.
- What distances does the McDowell Mountain Challenge offer?
- Trail 50K, 25K and 10K.
- How many people run the McDowell Mountain Challenge?
- About 150 runners across all of its distances. That figure is an estimate of the field size, not an entry cap.
- How do I register for the McDowell Mountain Challenge?
- Registration is handled by the organiser at mcdowellmountainchallenge.com. Entry fees, caps and deadlines are set there.
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