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Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder

Date
November 7, 2026
Distance
Chinkapin 24 · Chinkapin 40 · Chinkapin 64 & more
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From the Organizer

The start/finish location is Lake Wedington Recreation Area just outside of Fayetteville, Arkansas.  Lake Wedington is a US Forest Service Park and offers great amenities and a natural setting to come hang out for the weekend and enjoy some of the best gravel in the Ozarks of Northwest Arkansas. 

4 gravel ride distances of 24, 40, 64 and 96 miles. There will be hot food, tasty beverages and snacks once you finish.

HIGHLIGHT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
96 Mile Ride - Cash ($1,500 total)

  • $750 Males - $350 first, $250 second, $150 third
  • $750 Females - $350 first, $250 second, $150 third

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Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

62°

Typical Low

40°

Chance of Rain

26%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Fayetteville Exp Stn, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:46 AMSunset 5:16 PMDaylight 10h 30m

Host City

About Fayetteville, AR

Population

97,227

as of 2023

Elevation

1,246 ft

Nearest Airport

XNA

Northwest Arkansas National Airport · 16 mi

Major Hub

TUL

Tulsa International Airport · 95 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

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Race
Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder
Date
November 7, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.

Gravel riding takes you off the pavement and onto mixed terrain — dirt roads, packed gravel, and everything in between — for a cycling experience that's more adventure than race.

The community is famously welcoming, the scenery is usually worth it, and finishing feels like you actually went somewhere.

Gravel Racing

Off-road cycling on mixed terrain — pavement, gravel, dirt. More adventure than road racing, more accessible than mountain biking.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder?
Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder is a gravel race held in Fayetteville, Arkansas on November 7, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more gravel races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder?
Saturday, November 7, 2026 in Fayetteville, Arkansas at 15689 Lake Weddington Entry Rd, Fayetteville, AR. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder

Nov 7, 2026

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