Ozark Valley Triathlon

OVT Off-Road Triathlon, Off-Road Duathlon, Gravel Triathlon and Gravel Duathlon to be held on the same weekend as the oldest road triathlon in NW Arkansas. 

Saturday, June 13 - OVT Gravel Triathlon, Gravel Duathlon, Mtn Bike Triathlon and Mtn Bike Duathlon events. 

Off-road events:

• Gravel Tri - 400-yard swim, 12-mile bike, 3-mile run
• Gravel Du - 2-mile run, 12-mile bike, 3-mile run
• Mountain Bike Tri - 400-yard swim, 8-mile bike, 3-mile run
• Mountain Bike Du - 2-mile run, 8-mile bike, 3-mile run

Sunday, June 14 - Ozark Valley Triathlon (road events) is hosting the 2026 Arkansas State Championships in the international and sprint distances as well as the Arkansas High School State Championship.  There is a combined Club Championship competition as well.  These are both road triathlon races and there will be a Aquabike, duathlon and team category (International distance only) in the Ozark Valley Triathlon. 

Road events:

• Sprint Triathlon - 400-yard swim, 13-mile bike, 2-mile run (USA Triathlon Arkansas State Championship and High School State Championship)
• International Triathlon (individual or teams) - 1,000-yard swim, 19-mile bike and a 4-mile run (USA Triathlon Arkansas State Championship)
• Aquabike - 1,000-yard swim, 19-mile bike
• Sprint Duathlon - 2-mile run, 13-mile bike, 2-mile run

All events will be held at Lake Wedington Recreation Area.  Lake Wedington is located 13 miles west of Fayetteville and is one of the most natural settings for a triathlon in the region. Both spectators and participants can enjoy the natural beauty of the area, combined with unique finisher medals, post-race food, awards and prizes make this race one to attend.