BELLA VISTA, Ark. (February 4, 2025) — OZ Trails™ unveiled plans today for a chairlift-served downhill mountain-biking destination in Bella Vista, marking a significant expansion of Northwest Arkansas's cycling infrastructure.
The OZ Trails Bike Park, featuring more than 20 miles of gravity trails that showcase innovative trail design, will be located at the junction of Bella Vista and Bentonville along Highway 71, with easy access from Interstate 49. The park will offer unprecedented daily access to riders across the region.
The development integrates a state-of-the-art Poma-Leitner high-speed chairlift system, providing year-round, purpose-built lift access for riders across all skill levels. The facility will seamlessly connect with the existing OZ Trails network, which showcases the region's distinctive Ozark terrain. Construction will commence in spring 2025.
Key amenities will include:
● OZ Trails HQ with full-service dining facilities
● Comprehensive bike shop and rental center
● Community plaza and gathering spaces
● Purpose-built pump track
● Dedicated hiking trail
● Art installations throughout the property
The project team includes:
● Hufft (architecture)
● Gravity Logic and Rock Solid (trail design and construction)
● Crafton Tull (engineering)