Athens Big Fork Trail Marathon

Located in Mena, Arkansas, the Athens Big Fork Trail Marathon offers a rugged, out-and-back experience on the Athens-Big Fork trail, beginning and ending at the Big Fork Community Center. It features a full marathon and a 17-mile Blaylock Creek Fun Run, with the marathon climbers ascending eight mountains twice for about 7,000 feet of total gain. The course is well-marked and hostel to three aid stations, with a cupless policy at aid stations and post-race.

The event emphasizes a community atmosphere, with finish-area cheering, donations supporting the local center and Ouachita Amateur Radio Association, and a post-race meal option. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.