Course Description:

Pinnacle Mountain State Park (Arkansas)

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The course at Pinnacle Mountain State Park utilizes sections of the scenic Kingfisher Trail, offering runners a classic Arkansas trail-running experience through forested terrain with gently rolling elevation. Participants will complete a clearly marked 3.1-mile (5K) loop, returning each lap to a central start/finish area and fully stocked aid station.

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The trail surface is primarily dirt with some natural roots and uneven sections, providing a true trail feel without being overly technical. While elevation changes are moderate, the course remains very runnable and rewards consistent pacing and smart effort management over multiple loops.

This loop-based format allows runners to challenge themselves at their own pace—whether completing a single loop or building toward longer distances—while enjoying one of Arkansas’s most popular and well-maintained trail systems.

The combination of natural beauty, repeatable loops, and centralized support makes this course ideal for both newer trail runners and experienced endurance athletes.

Location: Pinnacle Mountain State Park

9600 Hwy 300, Roland, AR 72135

Distances Offered: 5K, 10K, 15K, 1/2 Marathon (13.1M), 18K, Marathon (26.2), 50K

Who is The Next Loop Endurance Series For?

The Next Loop Endurance Series meets athletes wherever they are in their endurance journey.

• New Runners: If you’re building confidence or working toward your first 10K, Next Loop gives you structure, support, and a low-pressure way to test yourself.

• Experienced Runners: Training for a marathon or half? Use multiple loops to dial in pacing, nutrition, and mental resilience in a controlled environment.

• Ultra Curious​: Ready to go long? Stack loops, push limits, and stop on your terms. Every distance is earned — and honored.No pressure. No limits. Just forward progress.

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Progression, Not Elimination

What makes The Next Loop Different?

Traditional endurance events force athletes to commit to a distance before the race begins.​

The Next Loop Endurance Series is different.​Athletes start together, complete one 5K loop at a time, and choose whether to continue.Every completed loop counts. When you decide you’re done, your effort is honored — no missed cutoffs, no failure.

This format encourages athletes to return again and again, building endurance through experience, not pressure.