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Century Rides in Arkansas

The comprehensive 2026 directory of 100-mile centuries, metric centuries (62 miles), and endurance cycling tours across Arkansas.

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Cycling in Arkansas: Terrain & Route Overview

Arkansas has surged to international cycling prominence, and while its mountain biking infrastructure grabs major headlines, its road and mixed-surface century routes are equally breathtaking. The Natural State delivers two distinct riding personalities: the demanding, rollercoaster climbs of the Ozarks and Ouachitas in the west, and the pancake-flat, rhythmic agricultural expanses of the Delta in the east. Challenging centuries like the Big Dam Bridge 100 in Little Rock draw thousands of riders to cross the monumental pedestrian bridge before looping through lush river valleys and forested foothills. Spring brings vibrant dogwood and wildflower blooms, while autumn illuminates the canopy in brilliant scarlet and gold. With low-traffic country backroads, extensive scenic byways, and an enthusiastic cycling culture welcoming riders at every town, Arkansas is an essential destination for serious century riders looking to test their climbing legs and endurance.

Terrain Characteristics: Ozark Mountain switchbacks, Ouachita forested ridges, and flat Mississippi Delta farmland.

Riding Season & Weather: April through June & September through November.

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Arkansas Century Ride Schedule

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22nd Annual Buffalo Headwaters Challenge

πŸ“… Jan 29 – 31, 2027
⚑ Half Century (50 mi)
πŸ“ Pettigrew, AR

The Buffalo Headwaters Challenge presented by Adventure Subaru is a three-day, all-inclusive, "off the grid" mountain bike festival. It includes 5 meals, libations, primitive tent and RV camping, live music, and amazing trails, highlighted by the annual β€œChallenge” ride on Saturday, January 30th, 2027. The β€œChallenge” ride consists of a 35-50 mile semi-supported back country mountain bike experience. It’s a ride,...

🏷️ $30 - $110Half CenturyRoad
⚑ Event Details & Specifications ›
Dataset Population2027 Forward Calendar
Qualified Distances
⚑ Half Century (50 mi)
Event TypeCycling Century
Event StatusScheduled
Attendance ModeIn-Person (Offline)
DateπŸ“… Jan 29 – 31, 2027
End Date2027-01-31
Street Address139 Madison 3605
LocationPettigrew, AR 72752
GPS Coordinates35.866257, -93.53197 (Google Maps β†—)
OrganizerOzark Off Road Cyclists β†—
Entry Fee$30 - $110
RegistrationDirect Registration Link β†—
🏒 Hosted by: Ozark Off Road CyclistsπŸ“ 139 Madison 3605, 72752

99 Miles of Bad Road Gravel Race

πŸ“… Sep 11, 2027
πŸ”οΈ Imperial Century (100 mi)πŸ”₯ Double Century (200K+)
πŸ“ Hardy, AR

99 Miles of Bad Road is a gravel bicycle race starting and ending in Hardy, Arkansas. Expect every road surface type, with roughly 80% being unpaved. Don't let the elevation profile fool you - Devices have picked up 100 feet or more of elevation gain per mile. These are relentless rolling hills with an occasional punchy climb or chunky descent. Everything from mud, dirt, gravel, concrete bridges, clay, crushed...

🏷️ $60 - $100🚡 Gravel100MUltra / DoubleGravel
⚑ Event Details & Specifications ›
Dataset Population2027 Forward Calendar
Qualified Distances
πŸ”οΈ Imperial Century (100 mi)πŸ”₯ Double Century (200K+)
Event TypeCycling Century
Event StatusScheduled
Attendance ModeIn-Person (Offline)
DateπŸ“… Sep 11, 2027
Street Address3 N Spring St
LocationHardy, AR 72542
GPS Coordinates36.313936, -91.482956 (Google Maps β†—)
OrganizerMichael Clayton State Farm Insurance β†—
Entry Fee$60 - $100
RegistrationDirect Registration Link β†—
🏒 Hosted by: Michael Clayton State Farm InsuranceπŸ“ 3 N Spring St, 72542

Big Dam Bridge 100

πŸ“… Sep 25, 2027
πŸ”οΈ Imperial Century (100 mi)⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi)
πŸ“ Big Dam Bridge β€’ Central Arkansas, AR

The Big Dam Bridge 100 is an annual event in central Arkansas that celebrates the "Big Dam Bridge" over the Arkansas River. The event provides participants with well-marked courses, fun aid stations with foods and liquids, great volunteer support, event t-shirt, a unique finisher medal, post-ride food and drinks along with a unique finish-line experience.

🏷️ $0AlpineMetric Available100M
⚑ Event Details & Specifications ›
Dataset Population2027 Forward Calendar
Qualified Distances
πŸ”οΈ Imperial Century (100 mi)⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi)
Event TypeCycling Century
Event StatusScheduled
Attendance ModeIn-Person (Offline)
DateπŸ“… Sep 25, 2027
Starting VenueBig Dam Bridge
LocationCentral Arkansas, AR
GPS Coordinates34.748342, -92.281939 (Google Maps β†—)
OrganizerAll Sports Productions β†—
Organizer Contact[email protected]
Entry Fee$0
RegistrationDirect Registration Link β†—
🏒 Hosted by: All Sports Productionsβœ‰οΈ [email protected]

Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder

πŸ“… Nov 07, 2026 (8:15 AM – 5:30 PM)
πŸ”οΈ Imperial Century (100 mi)⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi)πŸ—ΊοΈ RWGPS Map
πŸ“ Lake Wedington Recreation area β€’ Fayetteville, AR

Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder begins at beautiful Lake Wedington Recreation area just outside Fayetteville. You will leave Lake Wedington and then travel west into eastern Oklahoma on some of the best gravel roads you can imagine!

🏷️ $100🚡 GravelGravelMetric Available100M
⚑ Event Details & Specifications ›
Dataset Population2026 Verified Census
Qualified Distances
πŸ”οΈ Imperial Century (100 mi)⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi)πŸ—ΊοΈ RWGPS Map
Event TypeCycling Century
Event StatusScheduled
Attendance ModeIn-Person (Offline)
DateπŸ“… Nov 07, 2026 (8:15 AM – 5:30 PM)
RWGPS TelemetryInteractive Route Map (1) → β€’ Send to Wahoo/Garmin β†— β€’ GPX ⬇ β€’ TCX ⬇
End Date2026-11-07T17:30:00
Starting VenueLake Wedington Recreation area
LocationFayetteville, AR
GPS Coordinates36.052045, -94.153395 (Google Maps β†—)
OrganizerChinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder Organizing Committee β†—
Entry Fee$100
RegistrationDirect Registration Link β†—
🏒 Hosted by: Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder Organizing Committee

GRAVELOCALYPSE 2027

πŸ“… Apr 17, 2027
⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi)⚑ Half Century (50 mi)πŸ—ΊοΈ RWGPS Map (4)
πŸ“ Yellville, AR

Welcome to GRAVELOCALYPSE! Hosted at the city park in Yellville, Arkansas, in the heart of beautiful Marion County. You’ll be riding some of the most scenic and challenging gravel roads North Central Arkansas has to offerβ€”rolling hills, remote backroads, and views that remind you why this region is so special. GRAVELOCALYPSE isn’t just about the miles. All proceeds from this event directly support TTONCA (Trail...

🏷️ $50🚡 GravelMetric AvailableHalf CenturyGravelRWGPS Route
⚑ Event Details & Specifications ›
Dataset Population2027 Forward Calendar
Qualified Distances
⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi)⚑ Half Century (50 mi)πŸ—ΊοΈ RWGPS Map (4)
Event TypeCycling Century
Event StatusScheduled
Attendance ModeIn-Person (Offline)
DateπŸ“… Apr 17, 2027
RWGPS TelemetryInteractive Route Map (4) → β€’ Send to Wahoo/Garmin β†— β€’ GPX ⬇ β€’ TCX ⬇
Street Address100 Potter
LocationYellville, AR 72687
GPS Coordinates36.219498, -92.679225 (Google Maps β†—)
OrganizerTrail Team of North Central Arkansas (TTONCA) β†—
Entry Fee$50
RegistrationDirect Registration Link β†—
🏒 Hosted by: Trail Team of North Central Arkansas (TTONCA)πŸ“ 100 Potter, 72687

Life Time Big Sugar Gravel

πŸ“… Oct 17, 2026
πŸ”οΈ Imperial Century (100 mi)⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi)πŸ—ΊοΈ RWGPS Map
πŸ“ The Momentary β€’ The Momentary, AR

Experience the Live Hub Live Results Final Results Three Distances | One Epic Weekend Canopy covered gravel roads will lead you through the remote and rugged highlands of the Ozark Mountains in Northwest Arkansas and Southern Missouri.

🏷️ $220🚡 GravelGravelMetric Available100M
⚑ Event Details & Specifications ›
Dataset Population2026 Verified Census
Qualified Distances
πŸ”οΈ Imperial Century (100 mi)⏱️ Metric Century (62 mi)πŸ—ΊοΈ RWGPS Map
Event TypeCycling Century
Event StatusScheduled
Attendance ModeIn-Person (Offline)
DateπŸ“… Oct 17, 2026
RWGPS TelemetryInteractive Route Map (1) → β€’ Send to Wahoo/Garmin β†— β€’ GPX ⬇ β€’ TCX ⬇
End Date2026-10-17T17:00:00-05:00
Starting VenueThe Momentary
Street Address507 SE E St
LocationThe Momentary, AR 72712
GPS Coordinates36.3683, -94.2058 (Google Maps β†—)
OrganizerLife Time β†—
Organizer Contact[email protected]
Entry Fee$220
RegistrationDirect Registration Link β†—
Event MediaView Image / Banner β†—
🏒 Hosted by: Life TimeπŸ“ 507 SE E St, 72712βœ‰οΈ [email protected]

Ride the Ravine for Hydrocephalus

πŸ“… Nov 14, 2026
⚑ Half Century (50 mi)
πŸ“ Arkadelphia, AR

This gravel and road cycling event will begin at 8 a.m. on the morning of the famous Battle of the Ravine football game between Henderson State University and Ouachita Baptist University. If you plan to attend the game, come early and enjoy an awesome ride in Southern Arkansasβ€”you won’t be disappointed. After the ride, stay for the post ride events which will include food and drinks. There will be rest stops on...

🏷️ $50 - $60🚡 GravelHalf CenturyGravel
⚑ Event Details & Specifications ›
Dataset Population2026 Verified Census
Qualified Distances
⚑ Half Century (50 mi)
Event TypeCycling Century
Event StatusScheduled
Attendance ModeIn-Person (Offline)
DateπŸ“… Nov 14, 2026
Street Address701 Pine St
LocationArkadelphia, AR 71923
GPS Coordinates34.121948, -93.055038 (Google Maps β†—)
Entry Fee$50 - $60
RegistrationDirect Registration Link β†—
πŸ“ 701 Pine St, 71923

Spring River Rambler

πŸ“… Apr 10, 2027
⚑ Half Century (50 mi)
πŸ“ Hardy, AR

Come have some fun with us April 10th, 2027 in Hardy, Arkansas, along the beautiful Spring River! We wanted to create something fun and inexpensive for people to come do in our little corner of the Ozarks. The kid's races are intended to be a great entry into the sport of cycling - no drama, just try to pedal faster than anyone else on the line! Virtually any kind of bikes are welcome… the park is flat and all of...

🏷️ $10 - $25Half CenturyRoad
⚑ Event Details & Specifications ›
Dataset Population2027 Forward Calendar
Qualified Distances
⚑ Half Century (50 mi)
Event TypeCycling Century
Event StatusScheduled
Attendance ModeIn-Person (Offline)
DateπŸ“… Apr 10, 2027
LocationHardy, AR 72542
GPS Coordinates36.314397, -91.487539 (Google Maps β†—)
Entry Fee$10 - $25
RegistrationDirect Registration Link β†—

Straight Up Gravel

πŸ“… Apr 03, 2027
⚑ Half Century (50 mi)πŸ—ΊοΈ RWGPS Map (3)
πŸ“ Harrison, AR

Join us for the 2nd Annual Straight Up Gravel as we race the rugged gravel roads of America’s first national river β€” The Buffalo! Be prepared for remote, chunky gravel beneath a canopy of trees that winds through a national park, creating a straight up one-of-a-kind gravel event. The 75-miler is a true climber’s delight, featuring two major climbs: one at 2.5 miles with an 8.2% average gradient, and another at...

🏷️ $40 - $60🚡 GravelHalf CenturyGravelRWGPS Route
⚑ Event Details & Specifications ›
Dataset Population2027 Forward Calendar
Qualified Distances
⚑ Half Century (50 mi)πŸ—ΊοΈ RWGPS Map (3)
Event TypeCycling Century
Event StatusScheduled
Attendance ModeIn-Person (Offline)
DateπŸ“… Apr 03, 2027
RWGPS TelemetryInteractive Route Map (3) → β€’ Send to Wahoo/Garmin β†— β€’ GPX ⬇ β€’ TCX ⬇
Street Address202 Old Stonewall Rd
LocationHarrison, AR 72601
GPS Coordinates36.220027, -93.107878 (Google Maps β†—)
OrganizerH.E.A.R.T of Harrison β†—
Entry Fee$40 - $60
RegistrationDirect Registration Link β†—
🏒 Hosted by: H.E.A.R.T of HarrisonπŸ“ 202 Old Stonewall Rd, 72601

Tour de Toad Ride for Literacy

πŸ“… May 02, 2026 – May 01, 2027
πŸ”οΈ Imperial Century (100 mi)
πŸ“ First United Methodist Church β€’ Little Rock, AR

The Official Ride of Toad Suck Daze

🏷️ $45MetricCentury
⚑ Event Details & Specifications ›
Dataset Population2026 Verified Census
Qualified Distances
πŸ”οΈ Imperial Century (100 mi)
Event TypeCycling Century
Event StatusScheduled
Attendance ModeIn-Person (Offline)
DateπŸ“… May 02, 2026 – May 01, 2027
End Date2027-05-01T16:00:00-05:00
Starting VenueFirst United Methodist Church
Street Address723 Center Street
LocationLittle Rock, AR 72201
GPS Coordinates35.084199, -92.423574 (Google Maps β†—)
OrganizerLiteracy Action of Central Arkansas β†—
Entry Fee$45
RegistrationDirect Registration Link β†—
🏒 Hosted by: Literacy Action of Central ArkansasπŸ“ 723 Center Street, 72201