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CYCLING IN THE OZARKS

Let’s get rolling.

Cycling is woven into Bentonville’s DNA, and The Compton is designed to be a hub for that culture. Roll past the lobby doors into one of the most vibrant cycling destinations in the country. Whether you coast across sun-dappled greenways or take on hand-cut singletrack and gravel routes, nearly 70 miles of in-town trails and easy access to an award-winning 400-mile network will have you riding the bluffs and hollers of Northwest Arkansas like a local.

Find your flow.

a man and woman riding bikes on a trail Just starting out.

Just starting out.

You’re easing in on smooth greenways and gentle dirt paths. Our Cycling Concierge can help you get fitted with rental equipment, sign you up for a free beginner mountain bike lesson, and point you toward trails that make exploring the Ozarks feel easy.

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Kinda know what I’m doing.

You’re ready for punchy climbs and flowing descents. With Bentonville’s only Cycling Concierge, you can find the right intermediate routes, connect with group rides, get the rentals or maintenance tools you need, and map out a loop that fits your pace.

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I live for hero dirt.

You’re chasing hand-cut lines, technical features, and long days in the woods. Powered by the experts at 37 North, our Cycling Concierge can steer you toward the latest trail intel, coordinate shuttle drops, line up high-performance rentals, and help you plan a route that hits every highlight.

Bike Valet

Have bike, will travel? Our dedicated Bike Valet service is complimentary for all guests, making hitting the trails a nearly effortless endeavor.

  • Complimentary for hotel guests
  • A team that knows bikes
  • Secure indoor storage
  • Post-ride wipe-down
  • Hot or cold towel service
  • Efficient staging

Go for a ride.

Bring your own bike or rent one from our Cycling Concierge and join one of our complimentary guided weekly rides, or take the shuttle to some of the area’s most popular trailheads.

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Beginner Mountain Bike Tour

Every Thursday | 01:00 pm - 03:00 pm

Join our hotel-hosted beginner ride, led by the Cycling Concierge. You’ll get fitted for your bike, learn MTB basics, and ride the All-American trail before looping through Slaughter Pen on mostly green, beginner-friendly singletrack. This 5–8-mile tour is complimentary for guests; standard bike rental fees apply if you need a bike.

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Shuttle Service

Every Saturday | 8 am – 1 pm and 3 pm – 5 pm

As a guest of The Compton, you’re welcome to hop on our complimentary bike shuttle, which loops to Blowing Springs, Little Sugar, Coler Preserve, and Handcut Hollow, making nearby biking and hiking trails easy to reach. Shuttle service is also available on other days for a fee.

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Greenway Cultural Bike Tour

Every Saturday | 01:00 pm - 03:00 pm

This complimentary guest ride takes you along the region’s paved greenway with stops at Crystal Bridges, the Alice L. Walton School of Medicine, the new Walmart headquarters, the Momentary, 8th Street Market, and Ledger (a bikeable building). The full route covers about six miles. Bike rentals are available for a fee if needed.

Choose your adventure.

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The Backroad Wanderers

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The Easy Rollers

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The Trail Tacticians

Choose your adventure.

  • The Backroad Wanderers
  • The Easy Rollers
  • The Trail Tacticians

All-season adventure planning.

Before you clip in, stop by the Cycling Concierge in our lobby to plan your exploration of the Ozarks on two wheels, horseback, kayak, SUP, and more.

  • Cycling expertise and planning resources
  • Bike and equipment rentals
  • Local excursions and tours
  • Free guided ride and bike shuttle registration
  • Hiking, paddling, and much more
  • Group tours and event support
PLAN BEFORE YOU ARRIVE

Reason enough to ride.

Bentonville is home to world-class cycling events. Whether clipping in as a participant or cheering from the sidelines, plan your stay.

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Rule of Three

May 12th - 17th

A homegrown event with national appeal, this one-of-a-kind race blends gravel, singletrack, and road.

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Big Sugar Classic

October 11th - 17th

A premier Life Time race event drawing top pros pros and passionate amateurs for a week-long celebration of off-road adventure bookended by the Big Sugar Gravel and Little Sugar MTB races. Courses start in downtown Bentonville.

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Plan your adventure.

Reach out to our Cycling Concierge so you can choose trails, arrange rentals, plan shuttles, and get set up with the right rides before you arrive.

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