Northwest Championship
Arkansas Mountain Bike Championship Series (AMBCS)
Sep 13, 2025
Bentonville, AR
Mountain Bike
About
Tackle Ozark trails in a 30-hour team challenge!
The USARA National Championships is the ultimate test of endurance and teamwork, challenging teams of three to conquer the beautiful but rugged landscapes of Northwest Arkansas. Taking place over 30 hours from September 12-13, 2025, in Bentonville, AR, this prestigious adventure race features mountain biking, trekking, and paddling stages, requiring expert navigation skills and true grit. Compete against top teams from across the nation on a course that spans 200 kilometers through limestone bluffs, prairies, and classic Ozark wilderness.
COURSE DETAILS
200km adventure race combining mountain biking, trekking, and paddling. The course traverses scenic limestone bluffs, prairies, rivers, and classic Ozark terrain. Teams must navigate using maps and compasses over a series of challenging stages.
Race HIGHLIGHTS
- National championship-level adventure race
- Challenging team navigation and strategy
- Multi-discipline (mountain biking, trekking, paddling)
- Awards ceremony and dinner post-race
- Stunning Ozark scenery throughout
RIDE TYPES
Race overview
200km (overall distance, including all disciplines)
Bentonville: approx. 1,296 ft (395 m) / Total elevation gain not specified for the course.
Varied Ozark terrain: trails, gravel roads, river paddling sections, and rugged hills.