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Squatch Till You Drop

November 7th & 8th

Local folklore speaks of Sasquatch sightings during the early history of Little Rock AR. Through the mid to late 1800’s, several different companies harvested the forests that later became Hillcrest and the Heights neighborhoods and Allsopp Park. Loggers would tell tales of "huge, man-like beasts" roaming the woods at night. Since the dedication of Allsopp Park in 1931 and the development of surrounding areas, Sasquatch sightings have decreased but do persist. There have been multiple unconfirmed Sasquatch sightings in this area since 1932. Others believe the majority of the Sasquatch population migrated to Miller County and are now known as the “Fouke Monster”.

“Squatch Till You Drop” is a trail running event at Allsopp Park South that pays tribute to this legend. Participants will traverse these Sasquatch habitats on technical single track that will challenge even the fittest of runners. This course isn’t a “walk in the park”.

The 2026 Squatch event will take place over 2 days. The Fun Run is scheduled for 11/7/26. Packet pick-up will be on 11/6/26 from 4pm-6pm. Day-of packet pick-up will start at 7am and go to 9:15am. The Fun Run will begin promptly at 10am and go to 12pm. Lunch will be provided starting at 11am. All runners will receive a custom made finisher medal. The top male and female finishers will receive "Top Squatch" award. There will be a raffle for prizes at the awards presentation. Runners must be present to will.

The Squatch (6 hour Ultra) will take place on 11/8/26. Packet pick-up will be on 11/6/26 from 4pm-6pm. Day of packet pick-up will start at 6:30am and go to 7:30am. The Squatch will start promptly at 8am and go to 2pm. Lunch will be provided starting at 12pm. All runners will receive a custom made finisher medal. Age group awards and "Top Squatch" awards will be presented as soon as results are ready. There will be a raffle for prizes at the awards presentation. Runners must be present to will.

Both the Fun Run and The Squatch use the same 5k course.

Do you have what it takes to “Squatch Till You Drop”? Register today and on November 7th & 8th take on the challenge!

NEW FOR 2026: Take on The Double Dare! The Double Dare has you running both the Fun Run AND the 6 hour Ultra. Those who dare to do The Double will receive a special award at Sunday's award presentations and can also compete for age group awards or the Top Squatch honors.


Registration fees

Prices are inclusive of mandatory charges, items, and fees

The Squatch: 6 hour Ultra - Sunday 11/8/2026 Spots remaining: 71

Price changes in 1 month 9 days

Fun Run - 1 Lap - Saturday 11/7/2026 Spots remaining: 65

Price changes in 1 month 9 days

NEW for 2026: The Double Dare - Saturday Fun Run + Sunday 6 Hour Ultra

Price changes in 1 month 9 days

Course Map

Rules

  1. It is the responsibility of each participant to know and abide by the rules for the Fun Run and The Squatch. Failure to follow rules can lead to disqualification.
  2. Squatch till You Drop will take place “rain or shine”. The event is in November, when temperatures can be in the 40’s or lower. It is the participant's responsibility to dress for the weather.
  3. Fun Run participants will report to the start / finish area at 9:45am. At 9:50am, a brief participant orientation will be given. The Fun Run will start promptly at 10am.
  4. The Fun Run is one (1) lap of an approximately 5k course and must be completed by 12:00 pm. Participants on the course after 12:00 pm must leave the course at the closest trail exit.
  5. The Squatch participants will report to the start / finish area at 7:45 am. At 7:50 a brief participant orientation will be given. The Squatch will start promptly at 8am.
  6. The Squatch will be for the duration of 6 hours. ALL laps must be completed within this time period to be counted toward your total laps. If you cross the start/finish line at 6:00:00 or before, that lap will be counted toward your total laps. If you cross the start / finish line at 6:00:01 or later, that lap will not be counted toward your total laps. No exceptions or allowances.
  7. The Squatch age bracket and overall winners will be determined by number of laps completed in the allotted time. If there is a tie, a tiebreaker will be determined by chip time completion of laps (fastest time wins). If participants have the exact same time (down to the tenth of a second) and lap numbers, then we have ourselves 2 winners.
  8. Participants must stay on marked trails. No short-cuts or “bushwacking” allowed. Doing so will result in immediate disqualification. We have cameras in the trees and Sasquatch is watching!
  9. It is the participant’s responsibility to know the course.
  10. Participants must wear their own bib number for the duration of their run. The bib must always be visible on the outermost layer of their clothing.
  11. Bib numbers are non-transferable.
  12. For a lap to be considered “official”, the participant must pass through the start / finish line area. This allows for the timing chip to register the lap. It is the participant’s responsibility to ensure this happens. Laps that are not registered as “official” will not be counted toward that participant’s total lap count. No exceptions or allowances.
  13. When passing another participant, call out “passing on your right/left.” Be aware of trail grade and conditions when choosing your passing side. It is up to the passing participant to pass safely.
  14. 1 aid station, providing water and sports drinks will be on course, at approximately the halfway point. There will also be an aid station at the start/finish area providing water and sports drinks. Participants will supply their own sports nutrition, such as gels.
  15. A post run meal will be available for all paid participants at the conclusion of Fun Run, starting at 11:00am on 11/7/26 and at the conclusion of The Squatch starting at 1:00pm on 11/8/26.

Registration Policies

  • There are no refunds!
  • Little Rock Parks and Recreation wants to provide a safe Event environment for all participants. Should there be a time that it is determined to be unsafe to start the Event or proceed with the Event, once it has started, the following policy may be enforced:
  • Squatch Till You Drop is a “rain or shine” event. However, if weather or other conditions present a danger to participants, Little Rock Parks and Recreation maintains the right to cancel or modify the race.
  • Extreme weather conditions will be recognized as “an act of god” and will not result in the refunding of Event registration fees or future Event credits.
  • Public safety officials and medical authorities will be consulted prior to Event cancellation or modification. Should City of Little Rock officials, which are beyond Little Rock Parks and Recreation’s control, impact the ability of Event officials to conduct the event, the same refund policy will be in effect.
  • Little Rock Parks and Recreation asserts that each participant assumes a personal responsibility when entering this running/walking event and accepts the potential risks. The Little Rock Parks and Recreation encourages all participants to take all precautions and cooperate with directives given prior to and during the Event.
  • Unfortunately, almost all Event related expenses will have been incurred prior to the actual Event. Should circumstances force a modification to the course or the cancelation of the Event, the financial impact on the Event would not be any different than if the Event were held in its entirety. Thus, refunds would devastate the financial future of this event.

Swag

All paid participants will receive a “Swag Bag”. Bags will be available at Packet Pick-up and Day-of the Event. One bag per entry fee. We also have limited addition event T-shirts and socks available in the event store. The event store will open June 1st, 2026!

Awards

The Squatch

  • TOP SQUATCH
    • Overall Male and Female
  • Top 3 Male and Females in each Age Group
    • 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+

*Awards based on Chip Time ranked by most laps completed in fastest overall time. Overall Male and Female will not double dip and will be removed from Age Group awards.

Fun Run - 1 Lap

  • Overall Male and Female


Double Dare

  • Every participant who takes on the Double Dare will receive a special finisher award.
  • Top Double Dare male and female finishers will receive the "Double Daredevil" award.

Contact information

Event contact
Mike Simmons
Phone
(501) 913-6841
Website
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