Trail Running calendar near Greenville 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.

The Hearts Desire 6-Hour Endurance Run in Herrin is a timed event where runners complete as many 1.3-mile paved loops as possible. All participants get a t-shirt, and awards are given for the most loops completed. Refreshments are available..

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 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.

A backyard ultra at Willenborg Woods near Charleston, IL, run on a repeating 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner remains. The final finisher receives a Bronze Ticket tied to a backyard ultra championship.

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.

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.

A 5K trail race at Willenborg Woods featuring a one-third mile river crossing, about 1,100 feet of elevation gain, a steep final climb, limited to 125 runners, with post-race pancakes and ice cream.

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.

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..

Experience the natural beauty of the Weldon Spring Conservation Area with these trail races along the Missouri River bluffs. Choose from three distances featuring the scenic Lewis and Clark loops.

Participate in an open 5K cross country race through the scenic grounds of Forest Park in St. Louis. Stay to watch top high school athletes from across the Midwest compete in this premier regional running festival.