Catsmacker

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, May 23, 2026
• Start Time: 7:00am Start
• Location: Lake Sylvia Day Use Area, Perryville AR

Race Options

• Distance: 20-ish miles for the Catsmacker, 12-ish miles for the Kitty Run option. You can choose your distance on the day of the event.
• Start/Finish Area: The start is at the Lake Sylvia Day Use area (where you would go if you went swimming in the lake). NOT at Camp Ouachita.

Cost

• Donation-based: This is a donation-based run to cover costs for permits, insurance, aid station supplies, and other logistics.
• Suggested Donation: $20. Donations are non-refundable, and proceeds will be donated to the non-profit AURA.
• Online Payment: You can make an online payment here, or a cash/check donation on race day.

Driving & Parking Directions

• Location: Find Williams Junction, AR on most maps: about 30 miles west of Little Rock on Hwy 10.
• Parking: Limited in the Lake Sylvia Day Use Area. Please carpool if possible!
• Parking Restrictions: No parking on the east side of Hwy 324. Follow instructions from signs and volunteers.

Course Description

• Terrain: The course will utilize Forest Service roads and a small portion of the Ouachita Trail. Combination of pavement, gravel, and single/double track trail.
• Course Marking: Signs, colored ribbon flagging, and flour arrows drawn on the ground.
• Maps: Participants should print off maps if unsure of the course or unfamiliar with the area.

GPX Files

• Catsmacker 20-ish mile gpx file: View Here
• Kittysmacker 12-ish mile gpx file: View Here
• Turn-by-turn directions: Detailed instructions provided within the event description.

Arkansas Ultra Trail Series

• Event Type: A no-UTS-points fun run and a season-closer celebration.
• Awards Ceremony: 2025-2026 UTS awards will be held after the run with a cookout-style lunch.

Runner Safety and Other Details

• Support Stations: At least 2 aid stations for the Catsmacker, and 1 for the Kitty Run.
• Dog Policy: Dogs are allowed on a leash. Be mindful of other runners.
• Cell Phone: It's advisable to carry a cell phone. There may be limited service.

Early Start

• Cut-off: 6 hours for the full Catsmacker, approximately 16:30ish pace.
• Early Start Time: 6:00am option available for those needing more time.
• Aid Stations: Not available for early starters: they must be self-sufficient.

Volunteers

• Community Effort: This event is volunteer-based. Help is needed in various areas.
• Sign Up: Go to this VolunteerSignup link to sign up.

More Information

• Event Page: For more details about the event, visit Catsmacker Event Page.