Bentonville, Arkansas, calls itself the “Mountain Biking Capital of the World” — and it’s easy to see why. The city has almost 70 miles of trails, connected to a huge 400-mile trail network across Northwest Arkansas. Riders can enjoy public art, bike bars, and even the U.S. National Mountain Bike Team’s home trails. Bentonville is also an International Mountain Biking Association Silver Level Ride Center, a rare honor shared by only a few places in the world.
Fall is the best time to visit. Cooler weather and colorful leaves make biking even better. Every October, the city hosts the Life Time Big Sugar Classic, a popular mountain bike and gravel race.
Bentonville is more than biking. It has a growing arts and food scene. This year, it had two finalists for the James Beard Best Chef: South award. New restaurants like Wu Zhao and Ryn have also opened. The city is home to the Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, set in 120 acres of Ozark forest. Visitors can explore five centuries of American art and the Frank Lloyd Wright-designed Bachman-Wilson House.
For stays, travelers can choose the art-filled 21c Museum Hotel or the soon-to-open The Compton on the historic square.
Bentonville’s charm comes from its mix of biking, arts, food, and nature. Thanks to the Walton Family Foundation, founded by Walmart’s Sam Walton, the city continues to grow in vibrancy. Whether you come for the trails, the fall colors, or the Big Sugar Classic, Bentonville is a must-visit destination for bikers and travelers alike.
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