Fort Smith: Ben Geren Fitness Course

Fort Smith: Ben Geren Fitness Course photo
Fitness Course, Ben Geren Park, Fort Smith

The 1.5-mile Fitness Course walking path in Ben Geren Park in Fort Smith is an enjoyable way to get some exercise outside.

The trail has almost no elevation change and has a shale rock surface. It is a pretty easy walk.

While not a wooded area, there are a number of trees along the trail that were planted about 10 years ago. Quite a few of them have reached a considerable height making the trail more scenic and enjoyable, particularly in the summer. 

There are a variety of “fitness stations” (e.g., parallel bars) along the path to help you stay in shape.

Fort Smith: Ben Geren Fitness Course photo
This part of the loop is near the baseball and softball fields.

The park is owned and operated by Sebastian County.

Fort Smith: Ben Geren Fitness Course photo
There is almost no elevation change on the loop.

These photos are all from my November 10, 2019 walk.

Fort Smith: Ben Geren Fitness Course photo
Fitness Course, Ben Geren Park, Fort Smith
Fort Smith: Ben Geren Fitness Course photo
There is a horseshoe bend in the trail around the tennis courts area.
Fort Smith: Ben Geren Fitness Course photo
The trees along the trail add a lot to enjoyment of the walking path.
Fort Smith: Ben Geren Fitness Course photo
Ben Geren Fitness Course.
Fort Smith: Ben Geren Fitness Course photo
Fort Smith: Ben Geren Fitness Trail. (Click to enlarge.)

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Last revised: 8-29-2021.

By Mike Newman

Mike Newman, editor and creator of Arklahoma Hiker, likes to day hike and walk outdoors in Arkansas and Oklahoma.

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