Outlast Arkansas
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About the race
OUTLAST Arkansas is a trail endurance event near Higden, Arkansas, offering two timed challenges based on repeating 5K laps every hour. Runners must complete each 5K within the hour to remain in the event; finishing early allows rest until the next lap, and missing a lap eliminates the participant.
There are two event options:
- 6 Hour Challenge - 18 Miles total distance
- Outlast ULTRA - 12 Hour Challenge - 36 Miles total distance
Each lap is on a trail course featuring natural terrain, elevation, and variable surface conditions; some sections may include pavement or gravel. Timing is done per 5K lap, and combined times for all completed laps determine local winners and leaderboard positions. The fastest combined 5K times among 6-hour finishers earn 1st Place OUTLAST awards and national leaderboard placement.
Rewards are tiered by laps completed: patches for four and five laps, a premium 6-inch medal for six laps, and a premium 12-inch medal for twelve laps. All participants receive a premium OUTLAST tee. Aid is provided at basecamp/loop start with water, basic hydration, and snacks; the event is cupless so runners should bring their own bottle or hydration system. Personal tent or aid setups are permitted. Top city finishers can qualify for the Outlast Championship and there are cash prizes for national and championship placements. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
