November 14-17
Set amongst the beauty of the Ozarks, the USA Cycling Collegiate Mountain Bike National Championships is a four-day event that brings hundreds of cyclists together from across the country to compete for the national title in their discipline. This year's competition was rescheduled from originally taking place in Henderson, North Carolina to the Mountain Biking Capital of the World—Bentonville, AR!
We welcome high-performance athletes and families to come and enjoy Bentonville's fun family-friendly activities, great local food and drink, purpose-built bike trails, world-class art, and more.
Stay in the know about our hotel block, the schedule of events, and more via USA Cycling.
Listen to our conversations with USA Cycling's Olympians and World Champions like Haley Batten, Riley Amos, and Christopher Blevins on A New American Town podcast and read on to make the most of your competition week in Bentonville with information on where to stay, things to do, places to dine, and more.
Check out our volunteer opportunities here.
Download the spectator map from Coler Mountain Bike Preserve
PARKING INFO:
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Free parking and shuttle service will be provided. Park at SW 8th and SW A street behind Bentonville Fire Department Station #1 (point 2 on the map below)
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No parking on site at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve.
We know you'll be busy with the Championship - but here's a few bits about our bike scene you may not want to miss:
Did you know the below premier bike brands have shops right here in Bentonville?
Explore the dozens of locally owned and operated retail and service shops here.
For real-time biking conditions, check out Flowfeed here.
If you'd like a guide, but no time to book, give Trail Pilot a try! Learn more.
Experience Bentonville’s vibrant culinary scene with unique culinary concepts like farm-fresh and gluten-free menus, open-air cafes, and so much more. Browse dining options here.
BEFORE + AFTER THE COMPETITION
See the sights of our city! World-class museums, fun parks, and more abound! Our Fall Guide provides a comprehensive overview of what's on this month, and we've compiled a few experiences below:
Time Loop by Klip Collective: A Forest Light Experience
Happening every Wednesday through Saturday until January 4, 2025, at Crystal Bridges Museum.
Designed exclusively for the museum’s North Forest, this outdoor, site-responsive experience features six immersive installations for you and your crew to explore. Witness the natural rhythms of the Earth brought to life, see yourself fractured across the surface of a broken time machine, marvel together at the movements of the forest in a landscape of light, and more.
About Coler Mountain Bike Preserve
A comprehensive trail map can be found here.
We’re happy to help you with any additional information needed during your stay in Bentonville. Our Visitor’s Center is open 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday, and 9 am to 3 pm on Saturdays. Stop by and see us at 406 SE 5th Street, Suite 6.
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