The Rise Challenge

Presented by Niagara | August 8, 2026

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Description

Join us on Saturday, August 8th, for ”The Rise’ Challenge,” presented by Niagara!Since opening in November 2022, The Rise at Coler has been one of the most used and loved features at the preserve, the journey ascends 185 steps equal to 11 flights of stairs.

So what is the challenge? Do as many rounds (up and down = 1) of The Rise in one hour.

NEW THIS YEAR: Team Relay & One Lap Club

Registration will close on Friday, August 7th, at 8:00 AM. No onsite registration.

Race Day Details

You will run with all women or men during the same time block, but you will only be competing within your category.

Women’s Categories (Junior, Adult, Masters)

Start at 7:00 AM

Men’s Categories (Junior, Adult, Masters)

Start at 8:15 AM

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One Lap Club

Not ready for the full hour?

Join the One Lap Club, perfect for first-timers, friends, and family of Rise Challenge participants! Designed for friends and family of Rise Challenge participants, first-time stair climbers, or anyone looking for a fun and achievable challenge, the One Lap Club gives participants the opportunity to experience The Rise without the pressure of competing for a full hour.

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Team Relay

Grab your friends and compete together to see whose team can complete the most laps in 60 minutes! Teams can be made up of 2 or 3 people per team, and can mix men and women.

Each person needs to register individually.

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Parking

Coler Grove Parking Lot: NW 3rd St. Bentonville, AR 72712
South Gateway Parking Lot: NW 3rd St. Bentonville, AR 72712
North Parking Lot: 11840-11850 Peach Orchard Rd. Bentonville, AR 72712
- Closest to The Rise