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OZ Trails Announces First Chairlift-Served Mountain Bike Park in Northwest Arkansas
BELLA VISTA, Ark. (February 4, 2025) — OZ Trails™ unveiled plans today for a chairlift-served downhill mountain-biking destination in Bella Vista, marking a significant expansion of Northwest Arkansas’s cycling infrastructure.
The OZ Trails Bike Park, featuring more than 20 miles of gravity trails that showcase innovative trail design, will be located at the junction of Bella Vista and Bentonville along Highway 71, with easy access from Interstate 49. The park will offer unprecedented daily access to riders across the region.
The development integrates a state-of-the-art Poma-Leitner high-speed chairlift system, providing year-round, purpose-built lift access for riders across all skill levels. The facility will seamlessly connect with the existing OZ Trails network, which showcases the region’s distinctive Ozark terrain. Construction will commence in spring 2025.
Key amenities will include:
- OZ Trails HQ with full-service dining facilities
- Comprehensive bike shop and rental center
- Community plaza and gathering spaces
- Purpose-built pump track
- Dedicated hiking trail
- Art installations throughout the property
“What sets the Bike Park apart is its integration into the ever-expanding OZ Trails network,” said Tom Walton, Runway Group CEO. “As Northwest Arkansas’s first purpose-built gravity cycling facility, the park’s location strengthens the natural connection between Bella Vista and Bentonville, positioning both communities as premier global cycling destinations. Its focus on progression ensures everyone from beginners to experts will find their place here.”
At the heart of the park, the OZ Trails HQ will establish a new social hub for both active participants and casual visitors. Beyond cycling, the park will feature an integrated hiking trail and art walk, creating moments of discovery throughout the property.
“The OZ Trails Bike Park represents a pivotal moment for outdoor recreation in Bella Vista,” said John Flynn, mayor of Bella Vista. “With direct access to the Razorback Greenway and the Little Sugar Trail System, the park’s position at the crossroads of existing trail networks makes it a central hub, strengthening Bella Vista’s position as a key destination for world-class cycling infrastructure.”
The project team includes:
- Hufft (architecture)
- Gravity Logic and Rock Solid (trail design and construction)
- Crafton Tull (engineering)
Large-scale plans were submitted on Jan. 27 for the March Bella Vista planning commission meeting. For additional information and construction updates, visit www.oztrails.com.
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About OZ Trails™
OZ Trails is Northwest Arkansas’s signature trail system, a world-class network that showcases the distinctive terrain of the Ozarks while connecting communities throughout the region. The system features purpose-built trails that integrate with the natural landscape, offering experiences for cyclists, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts of all skill levels. Through strategic trail development and maintenance, OZ Trails has established Northwest Arkansas as a premier destination for outdoor recreation, combining natural beauty with accessible infrastructure to create unique outdoor experiences that reflect the region’s character.
About Runway Group
Runway Group is a holding company investing in real estate, outdoor initiatives, and hospitality businesses in Bentonville and Arkansas. The company’s operating businesses include Blue Crane, Ropeswing Hospitality Group, Legends Air Center at Thaden Field, and OZ Trails.