The Bentonville Enduro Returns with a 70 Mile Season Finale
The Arkansas Enduro Series closes out 2025 with the Bentonville Enduro, a two-day mountain biking finale running November 21-23. With over 70 miles of trails, up to 14 stages of racing, and direct access to Hand Cut Hollow, this event puts Bentonville’s reputation as the Mountain Biking Capital of the World™ on full display.
THE DEETS
📅 Friday–Sunday, November 21-23, 2025. 8 AM – 5 PM.
📍 The Boondock at Hand Cut Hollow, 2909 NE J St, Bentonville
🔗Event details
What to Expect on Course
The Bentonville Enduro packs 30-35 miles of racing across two competition days, with stages that wind through multiple trail systems connected to Hand Cut Hollow. You’ll get dedicated practice time the day before racing starts, so you can dial in your lines and scope out the competition.
Partnered with Trailblazers, The Boondock at Hand Cut Hollow puts you right in the heart of the trail network. Direct trail access from your basecamp means no shuttling between locations.
Between stages, hit up the mid-race aid stations where professional neutral mechanics and medical support keep things running smoothly. Professional timing tracks results down to the thousandth of a second, and when you cross that finish line, a complimentary post-race meal and cold beverages, with adult beverages available for 21+ with ID, await in a family-friendly festival atmosphere. The awards ceremony recognizes the top five finishers in each category.
Where to Crash
Lodging options near the venue include The Bike Inn, a boutique mountain biking hotel with single rooms, glamping cabins, and van camping spots built for riders and their bikes. Use code “AES25” for a special rate when booking. Home2Suites has spacious, bike-friendly rooms with complimentary hot breakfast starting at $129 per night.
Dry camping is available at the event venue Friday and Saturday night at no cost, courtesy of Trailblazers. Spots are limited and first-come, first-served.
Gear Up
Late November in Bentonville typically ranges from 39°F to 53°F, so pack layers. Helmets are required on course during official event times, and organizers strongly recommend full-face helmets with knee and elbow pads for the descents.
Plan to carry 50-60 ounces of water and enough snacks for two days of riding. Hydration stations are available throughout the course, but bring your own supply. Pack bug spray, sunscreen, spare tubes, a pump or CO2, plugs, and patches to handle any mechanical issues.
Dogs are welcome but must stay leashed at all times. Pack out what you pack in, and follow all sustainability guidelines.
Sign Up Early
Registration runs on a first-come, first-served basis, and organizers may cap participation to maintain a quality race experience. Your entry covers both competition days, marked courses with emailed maps, and all the amenities mentioned above.
The Bentonville Enduro is rain or shine, so check the full rulebook and series information before race weekend.
