Coler MTB Preserve
Coler MTB Preserve offers a quieter, more immersive mountain biking experience just minutes from downtown Bentonville. Built into a wooded ravine system, Coler blends flowing singletrack, technical rock features, and iconic jump lines into a trail network that feels both intentional and adventurous.
Unlike the urban feel of Slaughter Pen, Coler rewards riders who slow down, explore, and connect multiple zones into a full ride. Well-marked hubs make it easy to plan loops, stack descents, or session favorite features. Whether you’re riding scenic flow, dialing in technical skills, or chasing airtime, Coler delivers a balanced experience for riders of all levels.
Use this page to understand how Coler is organized, choose the right starting point, and dive into detailed trail guides for every major trail and zone.
Navigating Coler MTB Preserve is fairly simple. You will find parking at both the North and South ends of the preserve. A paved Applegate trail connects the parking lots with a popular space in the middle that has some scenic barns that are great for photos and an Airship Coffee if you need a moment to recharge. The east side of Coler has The HUB and many of the most popular trails and destinations while the west side offers some all weather cross country style trails with some tech and beginner friendly flow trails offering an adventurous side quests.
Navigating Coler
Navigating Coler MTB Preserve is fairly simple. You will find parking at both the North and South ends of the preserve. A paved Applegate trail connects the parking lots with a popular space in the middle that has some scenic barns that are great for photos and an Airship Coffee if you need a moment to recharge. The east side of Coler has The HUB and many of the most popular trails and destinations while the west side offers some all weather cross country style trails with some tech and beginner friendly flow trails offering an adventurous side quests.
Where to Park
South End: There are two parking lots on the South end of Coler
Coler Grove Parking Lot - This is the biggest parking lot at top of the hill
South Gateway Lot - Bottom of the hill lot that tends to fill up fast
North End Parking Lot: This lot is popular due to its easy access to the East side
Coffee in the Park
In the middle of Coler MTB Preserve is Airship Coffee where trail culture mixes with community. You will find both a social space and a perfect place for a pre ride fuel up, post ride recovery, or regrouping with friends some time in the middle.
Trails flowing in and out of this area make it easy to build flexible ride plans or session nearby features before heading deeper into Coler.
Trail Rating System
Green - Easy
Blue - Intermediate
Black - Advanced
Double Black - Expert
West Side Trails
The West Side of the Coler MTB Preserve is where riders find all weather cross country style riding, smooth progression, some spicy rock gardens, and playful flow. This side of the preserve is ideal for riders looking to build confidence, ride with family, or focus on skill development. There is a spicy tech side to be discovered for those seeking some chunky rock gardens and elevated wooden features. Here’s Johnny offers a great side quest that adds a lot of rocky spice option along Ether’s loop.
Trails like Esther’s Loop and Family Flow offer predictable grades and rhythmic movement through the woods, while gravity-focused zones such as Thunder Dome and Thunder Rolls give riders a place to session jumps and drops in a controlled environment.
Why start on the West Side
More beginner-friendly flow options
Here’s Jonny Tech challenge - try not to put a foot down
Great choice for families and progression-focused riders
Here’s Johnny - Black
Click on the trail name link for more trail info pictures and video
East Side Trails
The east side of the Coler MTB Preserve delivers a more expansive and exploratory riding experience. This side features more connections, greater variety, and many of Coler’s most well-known trails radiating out from The HUB and surrounding areas.
With trails like Oscar’s Loop, Fireline, Dirt Therapy, and Drop the Hammer, the east side blends scenic flow, technical rock gardens, opportunities to grab some air and the ability to choose your own adventure as you explore. It’s the best choice for riders looking to cover more ground, link multiple trail styles, and experience the full depth of what Coler has to offer.
The east side is also where many first time visitors naturally begin, thanks to clear access points, trail density, and proximity to amenities at the HUB.
Why start on the east Side
Advanced destination trails like Drop the Hammer and the newly created Cleared for Takeoff
Wide variety of flow, jump and tech trails all found near The HUB
Rocky Technical Trails
Click on the trail name link for more trail info pictures and video
Copperhead Road - Black
Rock Salad - Black
Rock Solid - Double Black
Rock Soft - Black
Downhill Flow Trails
Advanced Jump and Drop Trails
Cease and Desist - Black
Cross Country Trails
Oscar’s Loop - Blue
The Grouch - Blue
The Coler Hub
Metal Print
Enjoy one of the most recognizable landmarks in Coler MTB Preserve with this metal print of The Hub, one of Bentonville, Arkansas’s most sought-after trailhead destinations.
The Hub represents everything that makes Coler special — thoughtful trail design, natural Ozark terrain, and a unique identity that continues to push the boundaries of mountain biking in Bentonville. Surrounded by forest, flow lines, and rocky technical features. It’s where trail stories are made and shared long after the ride ends.
This artwork is not a traditional photograph. Each piece is digitally illustrated using image-traced vector techniques, transforming the real-world landmark into a clean, layered composition. By simplifying shapes, enhancing structure, and emphasizing contrast, the design highlights the architectural character of The Hub and the surrounding terrain. The result is a bold, modern interpretation of one of Arkansas’s most iconic mountain bike destinations perfectly suited to the sleek finish of metal.
Designed for riders, families, and trail lovers, this print fits naturally in homes, offices, bike shops, and vacation rentals. Whether Coler was your introduction to Bentonville riding or a staple of your return trips, this piece brings that trailhead experience back into your space.
Perfect for:
Bentonville mountain bike enthusiasts
Coler MTB Preserve fans
Arkansas trail and outdoor decor
Bike shop, home, or office wall art
Metal Print Details:
Aluminum metal surface
MDF wood frame backing
Floats ½″ off the wall (vertical or horizontal display)
Scratch and fade resistant
Fully customizable sizing
Blank product sourced in the USA
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order. Creating each piece on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction — thank you for supporting thoughtful, rider-focused design.
Canvas Wall Art
Enjoy one of the most recognizable landmarks in Coler MTB Preserve with this Canvas print of The Hub, one of Bentonville, Arkansas’s most sought out trailhead destinations.
The Hub represents everything that makes Coler special—thoughtful trail design, natural Ozark terrain, and a unique identity that pushes the boundaries of mountain biking in Bentonville Arkansas. Surrounded by forest, flow lines, and rocky technical features, it’s where first-time and returning visitors make memories to last a lifetime.
Designed for riders, families, and trail lovers, this print fits naturally in homes, offices, bike shops, and vacation rentals. Whether Coler was your introduction to Bentonville or a staple of your return trips, this piece brings that experience back into your space.
Perfect for: Bentonville mountain bike enthusiasts
Coler MTB Preserve fans
Arkansas trail and outdoor decor
Bike shop, home, or office wall art
• 1.25″ (3.18 cm) thick poly-cotton blend canvas
• Canvas fabric weight: 10.15 +/- 0.74 oz./yd.² (344 g/m² +/- 25g/m²)
• Fade-resistant
• Hand-stretched over solid wood stretcher bars
• Mounting brackets included
• Blank product sourced from the US, Canada, Europe, UK, or Australia
This product is made especially for you as soon as you place an order, which is why it takes us a bit longer to deliver it to you. Making products on demand instead of in bulk helps reduce overproduction, so thank you for making thoughtful purchasing decisions!