06/25/2026
Race day is just a few days away. Here is some important information about Saturday.
Location
Race parking and the race start will take place at Kessler Mountain Regional Park in the northwest corner of the park. To get to this area just follow Judge Cummings Rd to the parking area (circled in red). The starting area is circled in blue on the map and there will be a big blue arch at the starting line. There will likely be other sporting events going on at the park so please arrive early enough to provide time to find parking.
Check-in
Check-in will begin at 645 where you will receive your chipped race bib. Race instructions will be at 720 for both races. Reminder, our 1k will go first. Once all the 1k participants cross the finish line we will begin the 5k (approximate start of 8am for the 5k).
Courses
1k - The 1k is an out and back along Judge Cummings, an adaptive trail. There will be a clear marker at the turnaround point.
5k - The 5k will be clearly marked with race tape (color will be announced Saturday morning) and directional signs. The course goes: Judge Cummings → Fayetteville Traverse → Trent Trail → Crazy Mary → Bewitched → Terrapin Station → Last Call → Judge Cummings.
Other Info
There will be refreshments provided by TWS Title, coffee provided by Basecamp Coffee, and an endurance drink supplement provided by QuikLabs for the race. Finisher medals will be handed out at the end of each race and race bags at check-in. Results will be available at the completion of each race with your official time available upon crossing the finish line. Prizes for the 5k winners will be handed out shortly after all have completed race.
Please remember, this is an event designed to celebrate and empower families and individuals affected by disabiities. Please show up and treat others with this at the heart of your actions.
We have had some amazing community partners sponsor this event to make it what it is. Without them, it truly would never happen. Thank you Realty Studio, Ozark Foundation, TWS Title, QuikLabs, Rush Running Co., Heineken, and Basecamp Coffee Company!
Lastly, please feel free to email me directly with questions! Thank you for signing up, supporting Mitchell's Mountain, and making our inaugural 5k Trail Race and 1k Dash for Hope a success! Good luck on Saturday!
-Greg Curoso
Founder/President
Mitchell's Mountain