About Park Springs Bike Trail
Park Springs Bike Trail in Bentonville, Arkansas is a compact but surprisingly varied set of singletrack trails tucked just northwest of downtown. It’s part of Bentonville’s connected trail web, so what looks like a small neighborhood park actually links into miles of riding.
Trail details
There’s roughly 5 miles of trail packed in here, spread across a dozen or so short, interlocking segments. You’ll find flowy green trails like the cat-named Leopard Loop lines and easy creekside connectors, plus more advanced options — there’s a trail with a mandatory qualifier drop into a series of gap jumps, and a narrow elevated boardwalk feature for riders who want to test their nerve. That mix means beginners can keep it mellow while stronger riders find real challenge.
Several trails hold a firm surface that rides well in a range of conditions, and a creekside connector even runs through a tunnel under the road. It’s proper mountain bike singletrack, not a paved greenway.
The park / where it is
The trails are based around Park Springs Park, just northwest of downtown Bentonville off NW 10th Street. The park itself is family-friendly, with a large covered pavilion and fireplace, playground equipment, restrooms, picnic tables, walking trails, and a creek. That makes it an easy launch point: park the car, use the restroom, and drop straight onto the dirt.
Connected & nearby trails
Park Springs plugs right into Slaughter Pen Trail, so you can stitch the two into one longer downtown ride. The paved North Bentonville Trail and Crystal Bridges Trails are close by for mellower miles and connections across town. For a bigger day of flow and features, Coler Mountain Bike Preserve is a short ride or drive away.
Know before you go
Spring through fall is prime, and the hardened trails hold up better than most after weather, but still skip riding when the dirt is soft and muddy. The trails are multi-use, so expect walkers near the park and yield accordingly. Scout the advanced features before you send them — the gap jumps and boardwalk aren’t beginner terrain, but they’re easy to ride around. Restrooms and water are at the park pavilion.
Frequently asked questions
Is Park Springs good for beginners?
It’s a mixed bag in the best way. There’s easy, flowy singletrack and gentle connectors that beginners can enjoy, plus more advanced options with jumps and drops for riders who want a challenge. Beginners can pick the mellow lines and skip the harder features.
How much trail is at Park Springs?
There are roughly 5 miles of trail woven through the park and its surroundings, spread across a dozen or so short, interconnected segments. Because they link up, you can put together longer rides or keep it short.
Does Park Springs connect to Slaughter Pen?
Yes. Park Springs is part of the larger downtown Bentonville trail network and connects into the Slaughter Pen system, so it’s easy to link the two into one ride.
Where do I park for the Park Springs trails?
Park Springs Park is just northwest of downtown Bentonville, off NW 10th Street, with parking and a large covered pavilion at the park. From there you can access the trails directly.
Are the Park Springs trails rideable after rain?
Some of the flagship trails have a hardened surface that holds up well in mixed conditions, but as always in Bentonville, avoid riding soft dirt when it’s actively muddy so you don’t damage the tread.
