Bella Vista, a region in the Ozark Mountains, is situated within the Springfield Plateau, featuring a landscape of oak/hickory forests, rolling hills, and valleys. This natural setting, characterized by bluffs and creeks, provides a diverse environment for outdoor activities, including several sports like hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, and more. The area's seven stocked lakes and extensive trail systems contribute to its appeal for active pursuits.
Bella Vista offers more than 100…
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55
hikers
3.12km
00:51
50m
40m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2.82km
00:44
20m
20m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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11.7km
03:11
170m
170m
Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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1.95km
00:32
40m
10m
Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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245
riders
35.8km
03:13
450m
460m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary.

117
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14.5km
01:21
240m
240m
Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

111
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40.6km
03:44
590m
600m
Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels.

75
riders
24.9km
02:49
280m
290m
Hard mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Advanced riding skills necessary. Some portions of the route may require you to push your bike.
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190
riders
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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21.0km
01:37
190m
190m
Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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45
riders
Hard bike ride. Great for any fitness level. You may need to push your bike for some segments of this route.

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56
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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134
riders
38.4km
02:10
310m
310m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

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23.3km
01:23
200m
200m
Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

45
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Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

27
riders
64.7km
03:16
620m
620m
Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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25
runners
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
10.5km
01:14
120m
120m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
6.33km
00:40
40m
40m
Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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runners
18.0km
01:59
110m
110m
Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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60
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Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

22
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49.4km
02:48
400m
400m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

15
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111km
06:57
1,130m
1,130m
Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

16
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20.4km
01:16
200m
200m
Moderate gravel ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Bella Vista, located in the Ozark Mountains, offers a variety of outdoor activities. These include hiking, mountain biking, touring cycling, road cycling, jogging, and gravel biking. The region features over 150 routes across these sports, catering to diverse interests.
Popular hiking trails in Bella Vista include the Tanyard Creek Nature Trail, known for its waterfall, and the paved Lake Bella Vista Walking Trail. Hobbs State Park-Conservation Area, south of Bella Vista, also provides numerous hiking opportunities. More information can be found in the Hiking around Bella Vista guide.
Bella Vista is recognized for its extensive mountain biking trails, offering over 100 miles of singletrack. Notable trails include The Back 40, Little Sugar, and Blowing Springs. The upcoming OZ Trails Bike Park will further expand options for downhill and gravity riding. Explore routes in the MTB Trails around Bella Vista guide.
Yes, Bella Vista offers road cycling routes, including connections to the Razorback Greenway, a 40-mile (64 km) multi-use paved trail. Various routes combine paved and unpaved surfaces with different elevation gains. Specific routes are detailed in the Road Cycling Routes around Bella Vista guide.
Touring cyclists can find routes that connect to the Razorback Greenway, allowing for longer rides and exploration of the region. The area features many cycling routes that combine paved and unpaved surfaces. For detailed options, consult the Cycling around Bella Vista guide.
Bella Vista provides easy hiking options suitable for various skill levels. The Lake Bella Vista Walking Trail is paved and considered family-friendly. Additional accessible routes are listed in the Easy hikes around Bella Vista guide.
Trails in Bella Vista feature diverse natural elements, including oak/hickory forests, valleys, creeks, and rolling hills. Highlights include the waterfall on the Tanyard Creek Nature Trail, limestone bluffs, and seven stocked lakes such as Lake Avalon and Loch Lomond.
Bella Vista offers several family-friendly trails. The Lake Bella Vista Walking Trail is a paved option suitable for families. Many other trails are designed to accommodate various ages and abilities, providing accessible outdoor experiences.
Outdoor routes in Bella Vista have an average rating of 4.75 out of 5 stars on komoot. This rating is based on feedback from more than 6,000 visitors who have explored the region's 156 routes.
Komoot offers several guides for Bella Vista, including Hiking around Bella Vista, Easy hikes around Bella Vista, MTB Trails around Bella Vista, and Cycling around Bella Vista. Guides are also available for road cycling, running, and gravel biking.
For official information, the City of Bella Vista, Arkansas, can be reached via their website at www.bellavistaar.gov. The main phone number for the city is 479-876-1255.

