Trail Running calendar near Glen Carbon 2026-2027

This spring event in Queeny Park offers four distances on rolling gravel trails, including a ruck division. Participants receive a finisher's medal, t-shirt, and professional timing. Top finishers in each age group receive awards.

A three day stage trail race in Wildwood, Missouri from May 15 to 17, 2026. It covers roughly 21 miles, 26 miles and about 25K across Rockwoods and Greensfelder trails with creek crossings and scenic bluffs.

Trail marathon and 50 mile races on a 26.4 mile single-track loop in the Mark Twain National Forest, with rugged terrain, aid stations every 5–6 miles, cupless aid policy, and RRCA championship and ITRA points for 2026.

Trail races at Pere Marquette State Park near Grafton, IL offering 12.5K, 25K and 50K on technical bluff trails with solo and buddy divisions. Awards include handcrafted artwork and the event follows a strict no refund policy.

Operation GRANITE X at Tri-Township Park on May 16, 2026 features 6 mile loops made of three two mile laps. Two divisions are offered, one with escalating weight and one focused on endurance.

Experience the historic landscapes of Springfield at the Lincoln Memorial Garden Trail Race 8K. Run through scenic lakeside trails and prairie grounds followed by a medallion finish and post race refreshments.

Mud Factor returns to Brookdale Farms in Eureka, MO on June 6, 2026 with Adult and KIDZ Family Waves, required signed waivers and photo ID for adults, and a $10 cash spectator fee for festival access.

A team-based trail relay in Saint Louis covering 82 miles, offered in six-person and three-person formats with staffed transition zones, on-course support, and post-race refreshments.

A rugged trail event at Beaumont Reservation in High Ridge, MO featuring a 13.05 mile half marathon with significant climbing and a steep 6 mile 10K, both running over rocky terrain, loose gravel switchbacks and fast jeep road sections.

An all-night trail event at Indian Camp Creek Park offering 10K and timed 6 hour and 9 hour ultra options on an approximate 6.7 mile loop. One aid station and custom finisher medals are awarded by loops completed.

Experience a unique trail run through the vineyards of Hermann Missouri. Navigate through rows of grape vines and enjoy a downhill finish followed by a wine slushy at the historic Adam Puchta Winery.

Mark America's 250th birthday at the Freedom Run in Springfield's Centennial Park. Choose from a 5K, 10K, or a 1-mile fun run/walk on a course that starts atop a hill. Every finisher gets a commemorative shirt and medal.

This off-road trail run in Queeny Park offers a roughly four-mile course. The event is known for its post-race party with free bagels and beer, plus a unique long-sleeve tech shirt.

Timed 3 and 6 hour events on a measured 2.425 mile loop through shaded woodlands at Route 66 State Park. Cupless event with aid at Forest Shelter; personal hydration and a headlamp are required.

Experience a trail run through Forest Park on the General Dacey Trail in Shelbyville. Participate in a 5K or 1 mile race featuring team competitions, post race refreshments, and a gathering at the local aquatic center.

A three week night trail series in Wildwood MO featuring three 10K races with increasing climb rates, finisher stickers and post race snacks. The series partners with the Trail Mix Fund and follows a zero waste pledge.

Evening timed runs at Watershed Nature Center on a 1.01 mile mixed-surface loop. Choose a 6 hour or 3 hour event and see how many miles can be completed within the time limit.

Loop-based trail event at Cliff Cave Park on the River Bluff Trail with a marked 3.1 mile loop and a central aid station. Distances range from 5K to 50K and each completed loop is recorded and honored.

Continuous 40 or 50 mile loop racing on a 3.1 mile trail at Cliff Cave Park with a fully stocked aid station each lap and a 12 hour cutoff. The course features wooded hillsides, limestone bluffs and Mississippi River overlooks.

Hit the shady trails of Queeny Park for this Labor Day weekend event featuring a 5k, 10k, half marathon, and a 10k ruck. All finishers receive a custom medal and backpack, with age group awards for top performers. It's a shared, fully marke..