Loop de Loop Challenge 2026
November 14, 2026 | Bella Vista, Arkansas
You read that right, Loop De Loop, originating in 2022 by MTB479, is BACK once again for 2026! It’s a ride, not a race. Show up, do whichever loops you want, and join the finish line festivities!
We’re staging from the Lake Ann Dam (Near Pinion Creek Falls off Hwy 71 in Bella Vista).
What is the Loop de Loop Challenge?
The Loop de Loop Challenge is a 50-mile test of wheel and will in Bella Vista, Arkansas. Hosted by Friends of Arkansas Singletrack (FAST), this isn’t a race—it’s a ride, a revelation, a reset—where riders tackle the Back 40 and Tunnel Vision trails to scour away doubt and forge relentless bonds. It’s about preparation, dedication, and crossing the finish line.
Expect about 5,500 feet of climbing through 50 miles of wooded singletrack, with every rider earning bragging rights and a heart full of memories. The grassroots community pushes you to conquer fear and finish stronger, together.
The Course
The Loop de Loop Challenge spans 50 miles of Bella Vista’s scenic singletrack, hammering through the Back 40 and Tunnel Vision loops. With over 5,500 feet of climbing, the chert and scrabbly trails demand relentless focus to reach the finish.
- Distance: ~50 miles
- Terrain: Singletrack with a little pavement
- Elevation: ~5,500 ft total elevation gain
- Highlights: Tunnel Vision, Sugar Bridge, Back 40, relentless climbs, countless stories, miles of smiles
- Skill Level: Intermediate, with multiple categories open for all riders
For those wanting to take on the BIG challenge, you’re going to jump on the Sugar Bridge Trail, then do a clockwise loop of ALL of Tunnel Vision, come back down Sugar Bridge trail to the Lake Ann Dam, then do a Back 40 loop clockwise!
For those of you that have always wanted to do a full Tunnel Vision loop, this is your chance to do it with a great group of people! You can do the TV loop only and call it a day!
For those of you that have always wanted to do a full Back 40 loop, this is your chance to do it with a great group of people! You can do the Back 40 loop only and call it a day!
Support: Yes, we will have support (food, water, etc) at Lake Ann dam. We’ll have sponsors offering support halfway through the TV and Back 40 loops.
Registration and Event Price
Watch this space for registration later this year.
Event Day Schedule
Please be aware that parking at the dam is plentiful, but if you’re late, your spot may not be ideal, plus the check-in line could be long. In light of this, please plan to be there no later than 8:00am!
