Ozark Off Road Cyclists

To Advocate for, Build, Maintain and PreserveAdvocate for, Build, Maintain and Preservesustainable multi-use soft surface trails in the Arkansas Ozarks and Arkansas River Valley.

Ozark Off Road Cyclists

To Advocate for, Build, Maintain and Preserve sustainable multi-use soft surface trails in the Arkansas Ozarks and River Valley.

Ozark Off Road Cyclists of Arkansas

Chapter Member of the International Mountain Bicycling Association

The International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating, enhancing, and preserving great mountain biking experiences. IMBA's mission is to create, enhance, and protect great places to ride mountain bikes, and to promote responsible mountain biking practices that benefit everyone.

As a chapter member of IMBA, the Ozark Off Road Cyclists (OORC) benefits from IMBA's expertise in trail design, construction, and maintenance, as well as advocacy efforts on behalf of mountain bikers. The OORC works closely with IMBA to ensure that the trails they build and maintain are sustainable, environmentally responsible, and enjoyable for riders of all skill levels.

Since its founding in 1997, the OORC has been dedicated to building and maintaining soft surface trails in the Arkansas Ozarks and Arkansas River Valley. The organization's efforts have helped to create a thriving outdoor community in the region, with opportunities for hikers, mountain bikers, and trail runners to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. The OORC regularly partners with local, state, and federal land managers to ensure that their trail-building efforts are in compliance with environmental regulations and conservation principles.

In addition to building and maintaining trails, the OORC is also committed to advocating for appropriate multi-use trail systems that benefit all trail users. The organization believes that trails should be accessible to a wide range of users, and that a collaborative approach is necessary to ensure that everyone's needs are met. As a chapter member of IMBA, the OORC is part of a larger network of organizations and individuals who share this commitment to sustainable, responsible, and enjoyable mountain biking experiences.

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Below you can find a list of opened and closed OORC trails

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Dear Lake Wedington users, all downed trees have been cleared on Western Don Loop and Twisted Pines. Remember you can report downed trees via text here 218-389-TREE(8733). A pin and pic would be great! We will touch base again tomorrow with news on the weekend!

Dear Lake Wedington users, all downed trees have been cleared on Western Don Loop and Twisted Pines. Remember you can report downed trees via text here 218-389-TREE(8733). A pin and pic would be great! We will touch base again tomorrow with news on the weekend! ...

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Happy to share that in a partnership with Hobbs State Park - Conservation Area our Tuesday night rides series will be visiting the Hobbs system on the third Tuesday of every month from April - October . We will move around the park from month to month to feature all of the trails in the system at some point. For years OORC has helped maintain , build and host events at Hobbs and we are stoked its back. Thanks to all for their work in getting it opened back up. Don’t forget we actually kick things off tonight with a ride leaving the Karst Trailhead at 6:15. Your dates going fwd will be:
4/15
5/20
6/17
7/15
8/19
9/16
10/21
Let’s ride!

Happy to share that in a partnership with Hobbs State Park - Conservation Area our Tuesday night rides series will be visiting the Hobbs system on the third Tuesday of every month from April - October . We will move around the park from month to month to feature all of the trails in the system at some point. For years OORC has helped maintain , build and host events at Hobbs and we are stoked its back. Thanks to all for their work in getting it opened back up. Don’t forget we actually kick things off tonight with a ride leaving the Karst Trailhead at 6:15. Your dates going fwd will be:
4/15
5/20
6/17
7/15
8/19
9/16
10/21
Let’s ride!
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Volunteer opportunity tomorrow at Kessler Mtn. We will meet in the front lot (playground) at 8 and head out. Bring hydration, gloves and wear sturdy shoes/boots. Of course we couldn’t let this gorgeous Friday go by without clearing some reported trees and knocking out some bench work before pulling into Cent and catching some OORC race team members in action. Day full! Have a great weekend!

Volunteer opportunity tomorrow at Kessler Mtn. We will meet in the front lot (playground) at 8 and head out. Bring hydration, gloves and wear sturdy shoes/boots. Of course we couldn’t let this gorgeous Friday go by without clearing some reported trees and knocking out some bench work before pulling into Cent and catching some OORC race team members in action. Day full! Have a great weekend! ...

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Wow! We have been so busy we just realized we never shared our 2024 volunteer of the year for OORC. In this case actually it’s volunteers of the year. Michael Peters and Barry Barker! These two have and continue to give back 100’s of hours per year. Everything from weed whipping, tree clearing, tread repair, event setup and phone calls with local and state officials these two have done it all. Thanks to Michael and Barry for their love of giving back. If you see them out on the trail give them some kudos. They have earned it and then some.

Wow! We have been so busy we just realized we never shared our 2024 volunteer of the year for OORC. In this case actually it’s volunteers of the year. Michael Peters and Barry Barker! These two have and continue to give back 100’s of hours per year. Everything from weed whipping, tree clearing, tread repair, event setup and phone calls with local and state officials these two have done it all. Thanks to Michael and Barry for their love of giving back. If you see them out on the trail give them some kudos. They have earned it and then some. ...

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We have been out to worksite and we are going to cancel tomorrow’s official workday. We will get some melting today but not enough. Fear not as few of us will still be out working on a special project for you all. See you next week!

We have been out to worksite and we are going to cancel tomorrow’s official workday. We will get some melting today but not enough. Fear not as few of us will still be out working on a special project for you all. See you next week! ...

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2022VolunteerVolunteerImpact

OORC Trail Crew spend hundreds of individual hours maintaining adopted trail systems each year.

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Partners

A partnership with the Ozark Off Road Cyclists creates a unique platform to strengthen a partner’s brand affiliation, loyalty, and recognition while increasing economic and business benefits in the communities we both serve.

Adventure Subaru
Lewis Automotive Group
Walton Family Foundation
kuat
Phat Tire Bike Shop
Fossil Cove Brewing Co
Ozark Natural Food Co-Op
Buffalo Outdoor Center
The Highroller Cyclery
The hardware Store of Fayetteville
subway of fayetteville
pack rat of fayetteville
Fayetteville liquor world
Maple Street Pilates
Stronghold NWA
simmons foods