The Wild Hope Trail Race is a 1 miles, 5k, 10k, fun run, half marathon, running, and trail running event held on Saturday, July 11, 2026. It is located at 563 State Hwy 387 in Bluff City, Arkansas.
Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 7:30 AM
We are promoting health and wellness during the Juneteenth holiday. Race proceeds and donations will go towards 2 scholarships (male & female) to graduating high school seniors.
Runners/Walkers Age
Divisions
Male & Female
15-19
20-24
25-29
30-34
35-39
40-44
45-49
50-54
55-59
60-64
65-69
70+
Top Male & Female
Overall Runner and Walker
Top 3 Runners
Male and Female Each Division
Top 3 Walkers
Male and Female Each Division
Largest Church Team
3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk
Sat, Aug 08, 2026 at 7:25 AM
•Race hosted by the Melonvine Striders.
*USATF Course Certification #: AR24012WJT
-Every participant receives a locally grown genuine Hope Watermelon :)
-High School Track Girls / Boys Team
Competition (Need 5 girls and/or 5 boys for a team) Please email race for instructions.
Awards
Overall Top 3 Male and Female in Open, Masters, Grandmasters and Senior. Overall top 3 Male and Female Walkers, Top 3 Wheelchairs, Girls and Boys High School Track team award. Awards are given 3 deep in the following age groups: 0-9, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 and over.
Directions to the Starting Line
From I-30 take Exit 30 onto AR-Hwy 32/73, and proceed southeast into Hope. Drive ~1.5 miles, then turn right at the 3rd stop light onto US-Hwy 67 (3rd St). Drive west 3 blocks and take a left onto Fulton St. Drive (Hwy 174 ) south for 1/2 mile until reach Park Dr. Turn right and the start/finish area is right before park entrance. .
Address: 1251 Park Drive, Fair Park, Hope, AR
Race History
The Watermelon 5K was established in 1978 though in the first few years the race distance was 4 miles. The race has been part of the Arkansas RRCA Grand Prix Series since 1994.
Course Description
Race starts leaving Fair park and going East on Park drive. Mostly flat with a few winding turns, then heading to Elm street going back north for two blocks lining up for the long straight away on Main.
Runners continue along Main St rewarded with a small gradual downhill until near the 1.5 mile point. Main St then moves gradually back uphill and the race route continues this gradual incline after making a right turn onto 16th street until just before the 2 mile marker.
At this point the course is gradually downhill until after the turn onto Grady Street, where the route levels off. The now weary runners will take Grady north to 7th Street where a left turn is made. The route angles to the southwest onto Park Dr. The road then turns back due west for the final straightaway. It is now time for the runners to begin their finishing kicks as the 3 mile marker and the finish line back in Fair Park are finally in sight!
For further information, contact:
Don Still, Race Director
3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk Wheelchair
Sat, Oct 10, 2026 at 7:30 AM
Fall Festival 5K 2026: Step Forward for the Future!
Join us for the Fall Festival 5K Run/Walk 2026 on October 10th, 2026! This event welcomes everyone, from seasoned runners to families looking for a
fun day. Proceeds will support the 2026 race due to no sponsors as right now. Proceeds will go to Awards, Timing, Door Prizes and Snacks.
Enjoy a flat, fast course through Prescott on a certified 5k route.
Family-Friendly Activities: After the race, enjoy delightful food tastings, live music, and fun for all ages.
Awards: Medals for first place male and female in each age group, including special recognition for the top overall male and female finishers. 0-9 10-15 16-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65-69 70-89
T-Shirts available September 1st through September 25th only through RunSignup.
Date: October 10th, 2026
Time: 7:30 a.m.
Location: 223 East Elm Street, Prescott, Arkansas 71857
Day-of Registration: 6:00 am to 6:45 am
3.1 Miles 5k Run Walk