The Next Loop 50K • 50M • 100K • 100M Challenge
Pinnacle Mountain State Park – Roland, Arkansas
One Loop. Endless Possibilities. No DNF! The Next Loop Challenge is designed for runners who want to test their limits in a supportive, loop-based ultra environment. Whether you're chasing your first 50K or tackling a 100-mile finish, you'll complete repeated loops on a scenic trail course while enjoying frequent access to aid, crew support, and fellow athletes.
The course consists of a 3.5-mile trail loop through the beautiful terrain of Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Runners return to the same central start/finish and aid station multiple times throughout the event, allowing for easy fueling, pacing adjustments, and crew access.
Race Distances
- 50K
- 50 Mile
- 100K
- 100 Mile
- 50 Mile Night Run (separate start)
Start Times
- 50K, 50 Mile, 100K, and 100 Mile: 7:00 AM
- 50 Mile Night Run: 9:00 PM
Time Limits
- 50K: 12 Hours
- 50 Mile: 12 Hours
- 50 Mile Night Run: 13 Hours
- 100K: 24 Hours
- 100 Mile: 32 Hours
Why You'll Love This Event
- Frequent access to a fully stocked aid station
- Crew-friendly format
- Ideal for first-time ultrarunners and experienced endurance athletes alike
- Well-marked loop course
- Opportunity to learn pacing, fueling, and endurance strategies
- Encouraging community atmosphere where every loop is a victory
Awards
- Finisher awards for all distances
- Custom belt buckles for 100K and 100 Mile finishers
The Next Loop Challenge is about discovering what's possible when you simply keep moving forward. Every loop is a new opportunity to reset, refocus, and continue your journey. Whether your goal is 50K, 50 miles, 100K, or 100 miles, you'll find a welcoming environment, a challenging course, and a community that believes in one thing: Your Endurance. No Limits. One More Loop.