Ozark Valley Triathlon

Ozark Valley Triathlon Race Information

<p>OVT Off-Road Triathlon, Off-Road Duathlon, Gravel Triathlon and Gravel Duathlon to be held on the same weekend as the oldest road triathlon in NW Arkansas. </p> <p><b>Saturday, June 13</b> - OVT Gravel Triathlon, Gravel Duathlon, Mtn Bike Triathlon and Mtn Bike Duathlon events. </p> <p><strong>Off-road events:</strong></p> <ul><li>Gravel Tri - 400-yard swim, 12-mile bike, 3-mile run</li><li>Gravel Du - 2-mile run, 12-mile bike, 3-mile run</li><li>Mountain Bike Tri - 400-yard swim, 8-mile bike, 3-mile run</li><li>Mountain Bike Du - 2-mile run, 8-mile bike, 3-mile run</li></ul> <p><b>Sunday, June 14</b> - Ozark Valley Triathlon (road events) is hosting the 2026 Arkansas State Championships in the international and sprint distances as well as the Arkansas High School State Championship.  There is a combined Club Championship competition as well.  These are both road triathlon races and there will be a Aquabike, duathlon and team category (International distance only) in the Ozark Valley Triathlon. </p> <p><b>Road events:</b></p> <ul><li>Sprint Triathlon - 400-yard swim, 13-mile bike, 2-mile run (USA Triathlon Arkansas State Championship and High School State Championship)</li><li>International Triathlon (individual or teams) - 1,000-yard swim, 19-mile bike and a 4-mile run (USA Triathlon Arkansas State Championship)</li><li>Aquabike - 1,000-yard swim, 19-mile bike</li><li>Sprint Duathlon - 2-mile run, 13-mile bike, 2-mile run</li></ul> <p>All events will be held at Lake Wedington Recreation Area.  Lake Wedington is located 13 miles west of Fayetteville and is one of the most natural settings for a triathlon in the region. Both spectators and participants can enjoy the natural beauty of the area, combined with unique finisher medals, post-race food, awards and prizes make this race one to attend.</p>