Location: The Scorchin’ Squirrel is a trail race through Ferncliff Camp and Conference Center’s 1200 acres located just 10 miles west of Little Rock.
Distance Options: 10kish (1 loop), 11.5 mile (2 loops), 15.5 mile (3 loops), or 19.5 mile (4 loops). All distances are approximate.
Course Features: Each loop passes through 1 full aid station and one water drop.
Post-Race: Refreshments available at the end with a cook out at the pool. Please bring stuff to share.
🍔 Post-Race Gatherings
Food Service: Food will be served starting at 10 AM. No glass containers, please.
Pool Access: The pool will be open after the race, with a large covered pavilion for runners to cool off.
Facilities: There are lots of changing stalls available.
Support: Proceeds from the event will support Ferncliff Camp and Conference Center.
🌄 Course Details
Training Opportunity: This is a great race for heat training and for trying out trail running with shorter distances.
Technical Features: There is quite a bit of incline throughout the course and a few water crossings in wet weather.
End Point: All distances end back at the start of the race, which is at the Ferncliff pool pavilion.
Volunteer: It takes about 25 volunteers to do this event right. Would you like to volunteer? Fill out this brief volunteer application: Volunteer Application
🗺️ Route Information
Approximate Route: Click Here to view the approximate route: Approximate Route
Strava Course Map: For one loop completed: Strava Map
⏰ Race Timing
Start Time: All distances begin at 7:00 am.
Mandatory Briefing: 6:50 am Mandatory Race Briefing is required.
🔗 More Information
Race Website: For more details, visit: Race Sign Up