
From the Organizer
The Next Loop 50K • 50M • 100K • 100M Challenge
Pinnacle Mountain State Park – Roland, Arkansas
One Loop. Endless Possibilities. No DNF!
The Next Loop Challenge is designed for runners who want to test their limits in a supportive, loop-based ultra environment. Whether you're chasing your first 50K or tackling a 100-mile finish, you'll complete repeated loops on a scenic trail course while enjoying frequent access to aid, crew support, and fellow athletes.
The course consists of a 3.5-mile trail loop through the beautiful terrain of Pinnacle Mountain State Park. Runners return to the same central start/finish and aid station multiple times throughout the event, allowing for easy fueling, pacing adjustments, and crew access.
Race Distances
50K
50 Mile
100K
100 Mile
50 Mile Night Run (separate start)
Start Times
50K, 50 Mile, 100K, and 100 Mile: 7:00 AM
50 Mile Night Run: 9:00 PM
Time Limits
50K: 12 Hours
50 Mile: 12 Hours
50 Mile Night Run: 13 Hours
100K: 24 Hours
100 Mile: 32 Hours
Why You'll Love This Event
Frequent access to a fully stocked aid station
Crew-friendly format
Ideal for first-time ultrarunners and experienced endurance athletes alike
Well-marked loop course
Opportunity to learn pacing, fueling, and endurance strategies
Encouraging community atmosphere where every loop is a victory
Awards
Finisher awards for all distances
Custom belt buckles for 100K and 100 Mile finishers
More Than a Race
The Next Loop Challenge is about discovering what's possible when you simply keep moving forward. Every loop is a new opportunity to reset, refocus, and continue your journey.
Whether your goal is 50K, 50 miles, 100K, or 100 miles, you'll find a welcoming environment, a challenging course, and a community that believes in one thing:
Your Endurance. No Limits. One More Loop.
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
94°
Typical Low
70°
Based on US Climate Normals data from Marche, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
City Elevation
331 ft
Nearest Airport
LIT
Bill & Hillary Clinton National Airport/Adams Field · 20 mi
Major Hub
MEM
Memphis International Airport · 144 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
Line up lodging and travel early to lock in your race weekend.
Race Location
Your Next Start Line
Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at The Next Loop 50K, 50M, 100K, 100M Challenge, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.
38
Days to train
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From Endurance Grid
This race spans more than one sport — here’s a guide to each, so you can understand what’s involved and decide if it’s the right fit. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer’s event page.
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Running off-road — dirt, singletrack, and mountain paths — from 5Ks to ultras. The terrain, not the pace, is the whole point.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Next Loop 50K, 50M, 100K, 100M Challenge
Jul 25, 2026