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22.0 miles
Distance
2,005 ft
Climb
-1,988 ft
Descent
1,370 ft
High Point
17 ft
Altitude change
1,011 ft
Altitude min
1,111 ft
Altitude start
1,129 ft
Altitude end
-38%
Grade max
27.5%
Grade min
10 miles
Distance climb
9 miles
Distance down
3 miles
Distance flat
This is a great loop to do very very fun! Might want to bring extra water just in case the trip takes too long. Have fun!
Detailed Description
The Back 40 loop is a 22 mile moderately popular intermediate route located near Bella Vista Arkansas. This mountain bike only route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 37 trails. This route climbs 2,005 ft with a max elevation of 1,370 ft then descends -1,988 ft.
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Stats
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Distance22 miles
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Avg time3 hr 12 min
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Altitude min1,011 ft
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Altitude start1,111 ft
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Altitude end1,129 ft
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Climb2,005 ft
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Descent-1,988 ft
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Grade max-38%
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Grade min27.5%
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Distance climb10 miles
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Distance down9 miles
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Distance flat3 miles
30 Reviews & Comments
Hoffmonster5150
Rode CCW from Rellington lot. Fun trail, very well marked. Bring water if its hot, There are few water (icechests) scattered here and there with ice cold drinks on weekends. Mildly challenging in a few spots but nothing crazy at all. mostly green trail. conditions good through out. (8/26/23) if you like long epic rides, this is a good one. Lots of other trail options along the way if you want to add a few miles here and there,.
Mikie-imtbtrails
Rode The Back 40 Saturday May 14th for the first time. It’s a great trail. Some have posted they were disappointed Ted with this loop. I don’t understand why. It’s an outstanding Cross Country ride. I think it’s best on a hardtail. I rode a composite Ibis DV9 and love it. Trail is in great shape!
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlue
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Route TypeLoop
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Bike typeAM, XC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical ratingModerate
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![The Ledges of The Back 40 | Mountain Biking...]()
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The Ledges of The Back 40 | Mountain Biking Northwest Arkansas
trail: The Ledges
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Sep 4, 2018
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Little Sugar 100K 2025 | Bentonville, AR | Coler, Slaughter Pen, Back 40 | Mountain Bike Racing
trail: The Back 40 (Zone 4)
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Oct 30, 2026 @ 4:04pm (America/Indiana/Vincennes) Oct 30, 2026 | ||||
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