Coler Mountain Bike Preserve - Peel Compton Foundation

About Coler Mountain Bike Preserve

Coler Mountain Bike Preserve in Bentonville, AR is a premier multi-use trail system consistently praised for its well-maintained trails that accommodate all skill levels — from paved paths for walkers and runners to advanced mountain bike singletrack. The preserve features beautiful forest scenery with streams, creeks, and bridges, plus the highly popular Airship Coffee shop located mid-trail. Visitors commend the clean restrooms (described as 'better than Marriott'), ample parking, and safe, natural environment maintained by Peel Compton. The main drawbacks are weekend crowding and mosquitoes in certain areas. With a 4.9 Google rating across 392 reviews and consistent 5-star feedback from 2023-2026, Coler is a standout destination in Bentonville's world-class trail network.

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Location
2500 NW 3rd St, Bentonville, AR 72712
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Type
Park
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Surface
Mixed (unknown)
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At a Glance

⭐ 4.9 (392 reviews)⛰️ Some climbs🚫 Car-free👥 Moderate crowds🚴 Mostly Cyclists✨ Onsite services✨ Picnics✨ Hiking✨ Cycling lanes✨ Picnic tables✨ Public restroom✨ Swings✨ Good for kids✨ Kid-friendly hikes✨ Playground✨ Free parking lot✨ Free street parking✨ Paid parking lot✨ Dogs allowed

Trail Score

9.1Overall
out of 10
Ride quality9.5/10
Scenery9/10
Maintenance9.5/10
Safety8.5/10
Amenities9/10

Why Riders Choose Coler Mountain Bike Preserve

The top themes reviewers mention most.

  • well-maintained trails4 mentions
  • trails for all skill levels4 mentions
  • beautiful scenery and nature7 mentions
  • on-site coffee shop (Airship Coffee)5 mentions
  • clean amenities and restrooms3 mentions

Trail Conditions

⚠️ Surface condition: Unknown

⛰️ Perceived difficulty: Some climbs (riders disagree)

Crowds & Best Times to Go

👥 Moderate crowding

🔺 Busiest: weekends and holidays

Who Uses This Trail

45%
35%
15%
Cyclists 45%Walkers 35%Runners 15%

Also seen: strollers

Scenery & Views

Scenery rating9/10
🌄 Forest🌄 River

Highlights: streams and creeks, majestic trees, Firefly Garden, charming bridges, abundant wildlife

Safety & Upkeep

Safety feel9/10
Maintenance9.5/10

🛡️ N/A

✓ Well maintained✓ Clean✓ Well groomed

Parking & Amenities

🅿️ Parking: Ample — fills by not mentioned🚻 Restrooms: Flush — clean

Dogs on the Trail

🐾 None mentioned dog traffic

Trail Etiquette & Community

Rider courtesy8.5/10
😊 Friendly😊 Shares path

Who It's Best For

Great for

👍 Families with kids👍 Casual riders👍 Runners👍 Walkers👍 Scenic rides👍 Mountain biking

What Could Be Better

  • crowded on weekends and holidays2
  • mosquitoes in some areas1

What Riders Say

"Coler Mountain Bike Preserve is such an amazing spot for both adventure and relaxation! The paved trails are perfect for walkers and runners to enjoy the scenery, cross over charming bridges, and even visit the peaceful Firefly Garden."

"Only downside is it gets very crowded on weekends and holidays, so you don't really get that peaceful vibe then."

Access Hours

Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

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🌐 Trail Website📍 Open in Google Maps