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40+ Miles

Back 40 Trail System from your site

50 Miles

Little Sugar purpose-built MTB trails

250+ Miles

Regional trails within 30 minutes

Back 40 Trail System

The legendary trail system that defines Bella Vista mountain biking—accessible right from our park.

Trail Stats

  • Distance: 40+ miles of singletrack
  • Main Loop: 22.6 miles (6-8 hours for experienced riders)
  • Elevation Gain: 2,162 feet
  • Surface: Gravel base with rocky, technical sections
  • Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging (XC territory)

Trail Features

Machine-built berms for high-speed cornering • Rollers and flow sections • Narrow singletrack through wooded areas • Technical rocky sections • Well-maintained by local trail crews

Trail Personality

The Back 40 delivers swooping, well-built XC singletrack that flows both uphill and downhill. The gravelly trail tread can get slippery in corners, keeping you honest. This is pure XC hammerhead territory, perfect for banging out miles.

Back 40 Outer Loop mountain bike trail 22 miles Bella Vista Arkansas
Back 40 Outer Loop - Direct access from park

Little Sugar Trails

Purpose-built mountain bike trails offering variety for all skill levels.

Trail Stats

  • Distance: 50 miles of purpose-built trails
  • Hours: Open 5 AM - 10 PM daily
  • Difficulty: Beginner to Advanced options
  • Surface: Varied—hardpack, gravel, some technical

Perfect For

  • Beginner to intermediate riders
  • Families with young cyclists
  • Riders wanting variety
  • First-time mountain bikers
  • Social group rides

Trail Features

Multiple loops and route options • Progressive difficulty (start easy, build skills) • Well-marked intersections • Scenic Ozark forest views

Blowing Springs waterfall and hiking trail near Back40 RV Park Bella Vista
Blowing Springs - Scenic beauty near park

Regional Mountain Bike Access

Within 30 minutes of Back40, discover Bentonville - the #1 Mountain Bike Destination in the United States

Bentonville Trail System

53+ trails covering 137 miles

Urban trails connecting downtown • Slaughter Pen Hollow (advanced features) • 10 miles, 15 minutes from park

OZ Trails Bike Park

NEW Spring 2025

20+ miles of gravity trails • First lift-served bike park in NWA • Innovative trail design • Junction of Bella Vista & Bentonville

Razorback Greenway

36 miles paved

Easy, accessible trail • Bella Vista to Fayetteville • Perfect for families and casual rides

Total Regional Access

250+ miles of mountain bike trails within 30-minute drive of Back40 RV Park

Hiking Trails

Back 40 Hiking Loop

The same trail system mountain bikers love is open to hikers—offering stunning Ozark scenery.

  • 22.6-mile full loop (or shorter segments)
  • 2,162 ft elevation gain
  • Allow 8-10 hours for full loop
  • Moderate to strenuous difficulty

Highlights:

Dense Ozark forest • Wooded ravines and rolling hills • Wildlife viewing • Seasonal wildflowers • Peaceful atmosphere

Blowing Springs Loop

One of the most scenic trails in Bella Vista

  • 7-mile loop, flowing singletrack
  • Moderate difficulty, 2-3 hour hike
  • Hanging bluff lines & moss-covered boulders
  • Scenic overlooks & creek crossings
Hiking and biking trail entrance at Back40 RV Park with direct trail access
Trail access from Back40 RV Park

Gravel Riding Routes

The Back 40 trail system itself is largely gravel-based, making it ideal for gravel bikes. Beyond that, the Ozarks offer hundreds of miles of scenic gravel roads.

What to Expect

  • Rolling hills and elevation changes
  • Quiet country roads
  • Minimal traffic
  • Stunning rural scenery
  • Mix of hardpack and loose gravel

Popular Routes

  • Rural roads around Pineville & Bella Vista
  • Arkansas and Missouri backroads
  • Self-guided route planning
  • Group rides by local cycling clubs

Cycling Events & Races

Bikes, Blues & BBQ

Dates: October 1-4, 2025
Location: Rogers, AR (20 min from park)

One of the largest motorcycle and cycling rallies in the U.S. • Live music • BBQ competition • Cycling events

Book early—this event fills local campgrounds!

Pedaling for Pancakes

Community cycling event series at Gear Garden • Family-friendly rides throughout the year

MTB Races & Festivals

Annual mountain bike and gravel races • Toughest courses in the U.S. • Big prizes and competitive fields • Youth skills clinics (ages 8-12, often FREE)

Trail Maps & Resources

Access detailed, up-to-date trail maps and conditions

Trailforks

Real-time trail conditions, GPS tracks

AllTrails

Hiking & biking routes with reviews

MTB Project

Mountain bike-specific info

Singletracks

Trail reviews and photos

Seasonal Trail Guide

🌸 Spring (March-May)

Best For: Wildflowers, moderate temps
Conditions: May be muddy after rain—check conditions
Highlights: Spring blooms, fresh greenery
Avg Temps: 50-70°F

☀️ Summer (June-Aug)

Best For: Long days, full foliage
Conditions: Hot/humid—ride early morning
Highlights: Lush forest, extended daylight
Avg Temps: 75-95°F
Tip: Start rides by 8 AM

🍂 Fall (Sept-Nov)

Best For: Peak foliage, ideal temps, events
Conditions: Perfect—dry, firm tread
Highlights: Fall colors, Bikes Blues BBQ
Avg Temps: 55-75°F
Peak Color: Mid-October

❄️ Winter (Dec-Feb)

Best For: Solitude, quiet trails
Conditions: Cold but rideable
Highlights: Peaceful, no crowds
Avg Temps: 30-50°F
Tip: Layer up, enjoy solitude

Trail Photo Gallery

Experience the natural beauty of the trails around Back40 RV Park

Mountain biking on Blowing Springs singletrack trail Bella Vista Arkansas
Blowing Springs biking trail
Back 40 and Blowing Springs trail map Bella Vista Arkansas
Local trail map
Back 40 Loop hiking trail through Ozark forest near RV Park
Back 40 Loop hiking trail
Blowing Springs Back 40 connector trail map Bella Vista Arkansas trails
Blowing Springs connector trails

Book Your Trail-Access Stay

Ready to explore 250+ miles of Ozark trails from your RV site?

$50/night • $300/week • By appointment