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Slaughter Pen Trail: Bentonville's Urban Mountain Biking Oasis
Explore Slaughter Pen Trail in Bentonville: A unique blend of urban mountain biking, art, and outdoor adventure for all skill levels.
Slaughter Pen Trail in Bentonville, Arkansas, offers a unique urban mountain biking experience with over 40 miles of trails for all skill levels. Flowing through the city, it connects to the Razorback Greenway and Crystal Bridges Museum, blending outdoor adventure with art and culture.
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203 NE 3rd St, Bentonville, Downtown Bentonville, Arkansas, 72712, US
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Slaughter Pen Trail has transformed Bentonville into a mountain biking destination. Once known as Slaughter Pen Holler, named for the area's slaughterhouses in the 1940s, the area has been repurposed into a premier mountain biking park. The Slaughter Pen Trail offers a diverse network of trails for beginners to experts.
The 40-mile trail system is an International Mountain Bike Association (IMBA) Silver Level Ride Center. The trails incorporate progressive features, ensuring options for riders of all levels. Beginners can enjoy the All-American and Seed Tick Shuffle trails, while advanced riders can test their skills on Scott Allen Alley and Medusa. The trails feature log rides, drops, jumps, and a free ride area with tabletop jumps and wall rides.
Slaughter Pen's location near downtown Bentonville and Crystal Bridges Museum creates a unique experience. The trails connect to the Razorback Regional Greenway, a paved path dotted with public art. Riders can explore the museum's grounds and architecture.
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Getting There
Walking
From downtown Bentonville, access Slaughter Pen Trail by heading east on NE 3rd Street. The trail is easily accessible from multiple points within the city center, with the closest trailheads being a short walk from the Bentonville Square. No costs are associated with accessing the trail on foot.
Biking
If you're already biking in Bentonville, connect to Slaughter Pen via the Razorback Greenway. This paved path intersects with the trail system, providing a seamless transition to the singletrack trails. Bike rentals are available in downtown Bentonville, with prices typically ranging from $30 to $60 per day. Parking is available at 2400 N Walton Blvd, just south of the Bark Park. Parking is free.
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