Who’s Climbing Trees Like a Pro in Springdale? Let’s Find Out

If watching people race up trees with ropes, speed, and serious style sounds like your kind of Saturday, the 2025 Natural State Tree Climbing Championship is calling your name. It’s happening right here in Springdale, and it’s not just for the pros—spectators are totally welcome and it’s free to watch.

This is one of the coolest outdoor events of the season, where climbers show off insane skills like aerial rescues and rope tricks while 50 feet in the air. It’s kind of like a ninja competition—but with harnesses and helmets.

The Deets

Where: Rotary Park, 3173 South 48th Street, Springdale, AR 72762
When:
Friday, May 2 – Sunday, May 4, 2025

• Saturday, May 3 at 7:00 AM: Preliminary events
• Sunday, May 4 at 9:00 AM: Master’s Challenge
  Duration: 2 days, 10 hours total
  Cost:
  Spectators: Free
  Competitor registration: $100
  Competitor ticket info:
• Arkansas climbers: Opens Feb 17 at NOON
• All climbers: Opens Feb 21 at NOON
  Register or get the details here: Eventbrite Registration

Why It’s Worth Checking Out

Real-deal competition – This isn’t backyard climbing. We’re talking throwline accuracy, open ascent, technical work climbs, aerial rescues, and the final Master’s Challenge showdown.

You can just come watch – Bring a lawn chair, grab a coffee, and settle in to watch some of the best climbers in the region show off wild skill and strength.

Family-friendly vibes – Got kids who love being outside? They’ll love this. And you might leave with a new appreciation for arborists too.

Learn something cool – It’s not just fun to watch—you’ll also pick up some cool facts about tree care, safety gear, and what it takes to work in the canopy.

How to Stay in the Loop

Follow the fun on Facebook: Natural State Tree Climbing Championship
Competitor details and registration here: Eventbrite Registration
And don’t forget to tag your pics with #TreeClimbingChampionship and #NaturalStateClimbers

Sounds Like Your Kind of Thing?

Pack up the lawn chairs, rally the crew, and head to Rotary Park for a weekend of outdoor action that’s totally one-of-a-kind in NWA. Whether you’re watching from the ground or cheering from the sidelines, it’s going to be a tree-mendous time. See you there!