Outdoor Activities In NWA This Week
Whether you are looking for camping, hiking, biking, or just exploring nature trails, NWA has a place for everyone, regardless of their experience levels. The scenic natural attractions range from sparkling rivers and lakes to the majestic Ozark mountains and over 200 miles of mountain bike trails.
Explore our list of handpicked outdoor activities that will allow you to explore the NWA region and interact with the locals during their outdoor adventures.
Saturday, April 13
Equality Now 5k, Fun Run, and Health Fair
Venue: Veterans Memorial Park in Fayetteville
Address: Address: 1153 E Lake Fayetteville Rd, Fayetteville, AR 72764
Time: 9 am
Cost: free admission
Website: https://www.nwanaacp.org/equalitynow5k
The second annual Equality Now 5k, Fun Run, and Health Fair will be held on April 13, 2024, and MANA will sponsor it. The main objective of the event will be to raise awareness and promote the health and well-being of BIPOC (black, indigenous, and other people of color) members of our community.
The event welcomes members of the BIPOC community and its allies. Apart from creating awareness, the event will highlight health inequities experienced by the BIPOC community by having community building and exercise programs. There will be healthcare services on-site at the fair. If you want to volunteer for the event, the following options are available:
- $50 – Non-Profit Vendor Table
- $150 – Vendor Table
- $100 – Partner Level
- $250 – Friend
- $500 – Blue Level
- $1000 – Gold Level
- $2500 – Platinum
- $5000 – Diamond Level
More details on volunteering for the event are available on the official website.
Adventure Ozark 8-Hour Race 2024
Address: 100 N Main St Bentonville, AR, United States
Time: 9 am – 5 pm
Cost: Early registration (until February 1): $100/person. Standard registration (after February 1): $125/person
Website: https://www.expeditionozark.com/adventureozark
Northwest Arkansas is famed for having some of the best scenery in the country. This eight-hour adventure will explore the various scenic natural attractions of the region. During the eight hours, you will join locals and visitors in epic biking, trekking, and paddling.
During the adventure, participants will view pristine trails, rolling mountains, incredible vistas, and awe-inspiring lakes. The maps for the adventure will be pre-plotted, and accessible navigation will be available at all experience levels. The maps will cover various distances:
- Total miles: 30-45 miles
- Biking: 20-30 miles
- Trekking: 5-10 miles
- Paddling: 3-8 miles
The schedule for the Adventure Ozark 8-Hour Race 2024 is as follows:
- Friday, April 12 (5 pm to 8 pm) – Team registration
- Saturday, April 13 (7 am) – Mandatory Race Briefings and Gear Checks
- Saturday, April 13 (8 am) – Race Start
- Saturday, April 13 (4 pm) – Race End
- Saturday, April 13 (4 pm to 7 pm) – Awards/Festival Celebration
Teams participating in the various activities are expected to adhere to the various safety regulations placed during the adventure. The available racing categories include:
- 4-Person Co-Ed
- 2-Person Co-Ed
- 4-Person Male
- 4-Person Female
- 2-Person Female
- 2-Person Male
If you want a thrilling and adventurous activity with family and friends, consider registering for the Adventure Ozark 8-Hour Race 2024.
Wednesday, April 17
The Natural State Criterium Series
Venue: Walter Turnbow Park at Shiloh Square
Address: 106 West Emma Avenue Springdale, 72764, United States
Time: 4:30 pm – 8 pm
Cost: free admission
Website: https://www.bikesignup.com/Race/Events/AR/Springdale/NaturalStateCritSeries#event-786358
Springdale will host two major Natural State Criterium Series events (NSCS Overall Series and NSCS Series 1) on April 17, 2024. The start and finishing line will be in the heart of Downtown Springdale. The race will cover 0.9 miles of the classic criterium course, featuring eight turns. During the competition, there will be different categories of races.
The 2024 NSCS Overall Series and NSCS Series 1 will have the following race awards:
- Women Only Race – Awards to the top 3 Female overall finishers
- C Race – Awards to the top 3 Male and 3 Female overall finishers
- B Race – Awards and Cash ($75/$50/$25) to the top 3 Male and 3 Female overall finishers
- A Race – Awards and Cash ($110/$90/$75/$50/$25) to the top 5 Males and 5 Females overall finishers
The event welcomes everyone who loves cycling, whether at a professional level or just for fun. Join the locals in cheering for their favorite cyclist as you interact with the amazing cycling community of Springdale.
