Ride Prep and Training Videos
Whether you are getting ready to race in Little Sugar MTB or just want to become a better rider, especially in loose rocky terrain, this video series with Rich Drew could be for you.
Little Sugar MTB Course Maps
The 2025 course maps will not be released until shortly before the race, however, the 2024 maps will give you a very good idea of what to expect.
Travel to Bella Vista
The majority of the 50K and 100K races take place in the town of Bella Vista, just a few miles north of Bentonville. As Bella Vista is a unique destination with no chain hotels, the rest of this page may help you plan your trip.
FAQ:
Where can we stay in Bella Vista?
Rich Drew discusses lodging options for Big and Little Sugar racers.
With over 400 vacation rentals to choose from, we'll wager you'll find something you'll love.
FAQ:
What are some key techniques I'll need to ride in Bella Vista?
FAQ:
How should I set up my bike for Bella Vista?
What are the best tires? Should I run inserts? Suspension settings? Rich Drew and Taylor Lideen have the answers to these questions and more in Episode 2 of our Little Sugar Rider’s Guide: Bike Set-Up.
FAQ:
Where should I ride in Bella Vista?
Bella Vista has three trail system totaling over 120 miles of purpose built mountain bike trails. To prep for Little Sugar MTB, you will want to spend some time in each trail system.
Back 40
The Back 40 trail system contains 40 miles of well-established cross country trails.
Little Sugar
The Little Sugar trail system contains 50 miles of cross country, flow, and tech trails.
Blowing Springs
The Blowing Springs trail system contains 20 miles of cross country trails surrounding a park.
TrailPilot
TrailPilot is a free app providing turn-by-turn directions and riding recomendations in all three trail systems.
FAQ:
Are there good places for families to ride in Bella Vista?
Depending on riding experience, Bella Vista offers over 100 miles of purpose built mountain bike trails great for family rides, with two green level beginner loops great for kids just starting out.
FAQ:
Are there fun places to ride in Bella Vista?
Most of Bella Vista’s 100 miles of trails would qualify as cross-country flow with a few black diamond technical connectors and two dedicated downhill session zones.
FAQ:
Who built the trails?
Bella Vista trails were planned and built by a community collaboration including the City of Bella Vista, the Bella Vista Property Owners Association, the Walton Foundation, Tom and Steuart Walton, and NWA Trailblazers.
FAQ:
Are there videos I can watch to find out more about Bella Vista and the people that call it home?
(Yes. Absolutely. Funny you should ask…)
You can also check out the Bella Vista website for travel information, the Bella Vista Dining Guide for food and drink, or the Bella Vista YouTube channel for more great stories about the biggest little secret in Arkansas.
FAQ:
What should I wear?
While there is no offical dress code in Northwest Arkansas, it is universally accepted that Bella Vista branded merch is wicked cool. Check out the store here.
FAQ:
What is Bella Vista?
Bella Vista is a small town of 35K people located in Northwest Arkansas. Bella Vista has over 120 miles of biking and hiking trails, 400+ stylish places to stay, seven lakes, seven golf courses, and is almost entirely covered in a sea of trees.
