A purple mountain bike leans against a tree trunk with an OZ Trails signed pinned on it.

With a busy fall riding season coming up, now is a great time to brush up on trail safety and etiquette.

 

Equipment

Having correct equipment is always a good first step to set yourself up for success on the trail or even the Razorback Greenway. Make sure to bring things like a flat repair/plug kit and a multitool at a minimum. Extra equipment like a frame pump, chain lube, and chain parts are always a plus.

Even if you don’t plan to ride or hike into the evening, having a light (front and back) is beneficial if you end up in a special circumstance – you may get a little off-course and need to seek help for directions, you may find yourself helping someone else find their way, or have an incident such as a flat tire that delays your return to your home/car.

Etiquette & Safety

Firstly, no gas-powered vehicles are permitted on the trails. The only other bikes outside of traditional non-powered bikes allowed on the trails are pedal assist e-bikes, which have a maximum speed of 20 MPH and no throttle. Pedal assist e-bikes are, in fact, encouraged to be ridden and enjoyed on OZ Trails!

Many of your favorite OZ Trails are two-way and open to various types of users: cyclists, walkers/hikers, one wheelers, and more. Pedestrians have the right of way on multi-use trails. If – as a bike rider – you see a walker, slow down considerably and pull off to the side of the trail if it’s safe.

Trail users of all ages, skill levels, and abilities are encouraged to use the trails. If you come up behind someone who is slower or less skilled, be patient and ask politely with plenty of warning to pass. Riders going uphill typically have the right of way as opposed to riders going in a downhill direction. This is out of courtesy as the rider going uphill will have to exert more energy to get back up to speed compared to a downhill rider.

Collage with a yellow sign warning downhill riders and a photo of a Latina racer going down a rock garden.

Some trails are downhill only. Walkers are NOT permitted on these trails as it poses a significant safety risk. Bikes come down swiftly and riders typically do not have enough time to react to walkers at their higher speed. If you see a sign reading, “downhill trails hub,” do not use these trails as a hiker.

Examples of downhill trails in Bentonville:

Examples of downhill trails in Eureka Springs:

Examples of downhill trails in Rogers:

 

We hope everyone enjoys the trails responsibly and safely!

 

OZ Trails community,

When I think about where this started, trail builders like Dave Renko, Nathan Woodruff, and Don West from the early days come to mind. They strengthened my belief in the power of trails and in Arkansas becoming one of the great places in the world to ride. It started simply: a few hand-built trails, a lot of conviction, and a community willing to put in the effort to create something special.

OZ Trails was never just about bikes. It was about building a way of life around the outdoors — a place where families spend more time together, where people find clarity away from screens, and where visitors feel welcome. It proves that something world class can still feel local, personal, and rooted in the land.

For years, we dreamed about this park. We walked the land, studied what it could become, and kept coming back to the same idea: Northwest Arkansas deserved a bike park that matched the ambition of this community.

Now, we’ve built it.

OZ Trails Bike Park is where so much of that work comes together. It was created with trail builders who treat their work like a craft, supported by bike patrol so riders can feel confident, and shaped by a team that cares about the experience from the moment you arrive. I've been riding the park throughout development, and I finish every ride believing it will change how people progress and connect with each other.

Founding Membership is an invitation to the people who get it — the riders who know what time on trail does for you: clearing your head, building confidence, finding your people, and feeling a sense of pride in the place you ride. We want you here from day one. Membership is more than access. It helps set the tone for what this park becomes. The first members should be people who care about the culture, who welcome others in, and who believe this place can keep growing into something truly special.

As a father, I often think about watching my kids progress on these trails — starting on green, moving to blue, and then deciding they’re ready for black. It’s part of why we built this place the way we did — so families can show up, everyone has something to ride, and they can keep building the skills to take the next step.

Alongside Founding Membership, we’re also launching a Founding Family Membership for those who want to share this with the people they love.

Our Founding Memberships open today.

Come ride it. This place was built for you.

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