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Mount Nebo Chicken Fried 10k

Sat, Aug 29, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT

Location
Dardanelle, AR
1242 State Hwy 22, Dollar general, 72834
Type
RUN

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At a glance

Conquer Mt. Nebo's paved ascent in this deliciously named 10K, the grand finale of the Tri Peak Series with unique descent options.

  • Fun
  • Scenic
  • Competitive
  • Quirky
  • For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

The Mount Nebo Chicken Fried 10k is the delightful finale of the Tri Peak Series, inviting runners to conquer Arkansas mountains. This 10K features an all-paved course starting at the base of Mt. Nebo. After reaching the summit, you can enjoy a convenient shuttle ride back down or choose to run the descent for extra bragging rights. Participants receive a custom medal and shirt, with an exclusive series medal for those completing all three races. It's a chance to challenge yourself and enjoy unique mountain running.

What to expect

  • A paved 10K course ascending Mt. Nebo.
  • Option to take a shuttle down or run the descent after reaching the summit.
  • Custom race medal, shirt, and a special series medal for completing all three races.

Standout details

  • Deliciously named "Chicken Fried" 10K
  • Finale of the Tri Peak Series
  • Shuttle or run down Mt. Nebo
  • Custom series medal for all three races

Perks & features

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Distances & registration

3 options

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  • 10K

    Sat, Aug 29, 7:00 AM CDT · From $38.10

    Opens Dec 13, 2025, 8:15 PM CST · Closes Aug 27, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • 10K

    Sat, Aug 29, 7:00 AM CDT · From $38.10

    Opens Dec 13, 2025, 8:15 PM CST · Closes Aug 27, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

  • 10K

    Sat, Aug 29, 7:00 AM CDT · From $43.40

    Opens Dec 13, 2025, 8:15 PM CST · Closes Aug 27, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

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The course

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From the organizer

Get ready to conquer the peaks with the Tri Peak Series brought to you by River Valley Runners!

Dive into a thrilling trio of races set in breathtaking landscapes, starting with the Mt. Magazine 15k on May 30, 2026 that promises to challenge and inspire. It's only ONE hill!! We start about a half mile from the school on dirt road and then it turns into paved road the rest of the way up to the top of Mt. Magazine. Once at the top, there will be a shuttle to get you to the bottom of the mountain - Or you can go a little extra an run down! What goes up must come down, right?

Early start for Mount Magazine is 6:30am!

Keep the adrenaline pumping with an all paved course 1.5 miles up Danville mtn and 1.5 down! Its a fast fun race up a mountain on June 20, 2026.

We wrap up the series with the deliciously named Mt. Nebo Chicken Fried 10k on August 29, 2026 .This is a paved course that starts at the bottom of Mt. Nebo at the Dollar General across the road. Once at the top, there will be a shuttle to get you to the bottom of the mountain - Or you can go a little extra an run down!

Where you earn the bragging rights along with some awesome swag for the finale!

Each race comes with a Shirt. There are custom medals made for each race. If you do all three races there is a final medal you receive for doing all three! Each year the design is different so we can keep you interested to come back for more!

Can't make a date? No sweat! Just complete the course on your own time, send us your triumph email and Strave/Garmin/Coros course mapping & time recording, and we'll make sure you get your well-deserved gear. Join us for an epic summer of running!

If you need to complete a course on a different date, you will need to email rivervalleyrunners@icloud.com your course completion to ensure you did the course to get your Swag. Email your shipping information as well!

DISCOUNTS?! If you sign up for two of the three races, there is a 10% discount applied! If you sign up for all three races in the Tri Peake series, there is a 15% discount applied! If you a member of RVR you will receive a 10% discount for signing up for any or multiple races.

We try to keep these events affordable, so please donate if you can when you sign up so we can keep our costs covered and keep these races going! for everyone!

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