An urban singletrack playground steps from downtown. Slaughter Pen weaves through forests, public art, and the Razorback Regional Greenway, delivering flowy rollers, berms, rock features, and a few legit jump lines—all within minutes of the Bentonville Square and Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. It’s an IMBA Silver-Level Ride Center and truly has something for every rider.
Quick Facts
Why riders love Slaughter Pen
Getting There & Parking
E-Bike Notes (for Alloy & Carbon e-MTBs)
Suggested Routes
Family & First-Timers (45–75 min)
All-American Sampler → Roll from Compton Gardens onto All-American (green; playful rollers and side features). Add a short out-and-back on Seed Tick Shuffle if you’re feeling good, then cruise the Greenway back.
Why this works: Low consequence features, frequent bailouts to pavement, and tons to look at (sculptures, museum grounds).
Classic Blue Flow (1.5–2.5 hrs)
Downtown → Slaughter Pen phases → Start on All-American, step up to intermediate loops (blue) in the central sections, then return via the Greenway. Expect berms, small drops/rollers, and short punchy climbs.
Pro tip: If you’re new to NWA dirt, start with blues before testing the black lines.
Black-Diamond Taste Test (90–120 min)
Expert Lines → Warm up on blues, then scout entrances for Scott Allen Alley or Medusa. These are proper black-diamond trails—be honest about skill/comfort and session features before committing.
Helmet/pads recommended. One-way segments exist—follow signage.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s a large, connected network with dozens of miles of singletrack linked by the Greenway; distances depend on how you stitch loops together.
Class 1 e-MTBs are welcome on OZ Trails; ride respectfully and follow posted rules.
Yes—start with All-American and other green loops; progress to blues as you warm up.
