Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder 2026

The race.

The Chinkapin Hollow Gravel Grinder takes place on November 7, 2026, at Lake Wedington Recreation Area outside Fayetteville, Arkansas. Riders can choose from gravel courses of 24, 40, 64, or 96 miles, all starting and finishing at the US Forest Service park. Finishers receive hot food, beverages, and snacks. The 96-mile ride offers prize money totaling $1,500, with $750 available to male finishers ($350 first place, $250 second, $150 third) and $750 to female finishers ($350 first place, $250 second, $150 third).