Mount Nebo Trail Run is a trail running and running race on August 22, 2026 in Dardanelle, AR.
From the Organizer
Miscellaneous Information:
Distance: 14 miles (approximate)
Starts at 7:00 am from the top of Mt. Nebo, in the parking lot near the pool and camping area. Mt. Nebo is about three miles west of Dardanelle on Hwy 155.
There is no entry fee. There may be some form of receptacle into which a donation would be appropriate to show appreciation for those administering the run and/or providing food and aid.
This is a low-key event--a "fun run". Please keep your own time and sign in at the finish.
Race contact: Tom Aspel 479-857-4527
Part of the AURA Ultra Trail Series
Google Maps Driving Directions to race start.
Parking:
Parking will be in the grassy area near the stop sign. No parking in the campground-pool-pavilion parking lot. There will be someone directing you where to park.
Post Run:
The pavilion by the pool is reserved for the race until 2 pm.
The organizers will have some chicken sandwiches and watermelon at the finish. First come, first served. You might want to bring drinks.
Showers are available on top; the pool will be open at 11:00am - $6 cash-only fee to swim
Camping and Lodging Information:Camping options:
Campsites with water and electricity; Bench trail camping with no facilities.
Cabins are also available. Capacities from 4 to 8 people.
For information contact Mt. Nebo: mountnebo@arkansas.com or 1-800-264-2458 or (479) 229-3655
Events
Weather
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
92°
Typical Low
69°
Chance of Rain
17%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Dardanelle, 4 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
361 ft
Nearest Airport
HOT
Memorial Field Airport · 50 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
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Mount Nebo Trail Run
Aug 22, 2026