Trail Running Calendar Missouri 2025-2026

The Queeny Backyard Ultra is a unique running event taking place in Queeny Park, St. Louis, MO, featuring a "Last Person Standing" format. Participants must complete a 4.19-mile loop within one hour, continuing this process until only one runner remains.The course includes a mix of paved and dirt tr..

The Howard Aslinger Endurance Run is a charitable running event held in Cape Girardeau, MO, featuring 24-hour, 12-hour, and 1-hour races. The event takes place on a flat, paved loop course around Arena Park, providing a supportive environment for runners of all abilities, including a wheelchair/disa..

The Bent Oak Ultra is an exciting ultra-running event taking place in Oak Grove, MO, featuring multiple distance options including a 50 Miler, 50K, Marathon, 25K, 10 Miler, and 5 Miler. Set against the scenic backdrop of a transformed golf course, the race course consists of a 5-mile loop with a mix..

The Hard Times Trail Run, held at Little Sac Woods Conservation Area in Willard, MO, features a challenging ten-mile out-and-back course with significant elevation gain. Participants can choose from three distances: 10 miles, 20 miles, and 50K, each offering a unique blend of runnable sections, stee..

The Weldon Spring Trail Marathon and Half, organized by the St. Louis Track Club, invites participants to experience a scenic and challenging course in Weldon Spring, Missouri. Set against a backdrop of beautiful landscapes, runners will navigate through wooded areas, scenic overlooks, and diverse t..

The Three Creeks Torrent Trail Runs is an exciting running event scheduled for March 22, 2025, in Columbia, Missouri. Participants can choose from three different race distances: 30 miles, 20 miles, and 10 miles, catering to various skill levels and preferences. This trail running event promises a c..

The Ozark Foothills Endurance Runs is a multi-distance running event taking place in Wildwood, Missouri, from April 4 to 6, 2025. Participants can choose from various race options, including a Kids Fun Run, 100M, 100K, 50M, 50K, NIGHT 50K, 25K Ruck, marathon, and 25K. The event emphasizes sustainabi..

The Double Chubb event in St. Louis, MO, offers participants a choice of three race distances: 50K, 25K, and 8M, set in the scenic West Tyson County Park. This trail race emphasizes a relaxed atmosphere, with an approximate 8.5-hour cutoff for all distances.Participants can pick up their race packet..

The Wolf Creek Trail Run, hosted by the PB Kiwanis Club and the US Forest Service, is set for April 19, 2025, in Poplar Bluff, MO. This annual event features a half marathon, a 6K run, and a 1.7-mile walk, all taking place on the scenic Wolf Creek Trail. Participants can enjoy the beautiful surround..

The 24 Hour Lions Roar is a running event that features 6, 12, and 24-hour races, along with a 24-hour Tag Team Championship and a 1-hour Cub Run. Scheduled for April 25-26, 2025, the event takes place at Gans Creek Recreation Area in Columbia, MO, on a 2.5-mile grass loop. It aims to raise funds fo..

The Frisco Railroad Run, organized by the Ozark Mountain Ridge Runners, is a popular annual running event featuring multiple race distances: 50-mile, 50K, marathon, half marathon, and 8K. Set on the scenic Frisco Highline Trail, the course is USATF certified and offers a flat, out-and-back route ide..

The Thunder Chicken 100K Stage Races is a three-day trail running event held at Camp Wyman in Eureka, Missouri. Scheduled for May 2-4, 2025, participants can choose to run all three stages or select individual races, including a 21-mile, 26-mile, and 25K. The courses feature challenging terrain with..

The Lake of the Ozarks Endurance Runs features three exciting races: the Wandering Bobcat 5 Miler, the Trail of Four Winds 25K, and the LOZ Traverse, which combines running and paddling. Set in Missouri's largest state park, participants will experience scenic trails, challenging terrain, and beauti..

The Bluffs Trail Runs is an exciting trail running event taking place at Echo Bluffs State Park in Eminence, Missouri. Scheduled for May 3, 2025, the event features a variety of races including a Trail Half Marathon, Half Marathon Relay, 15k, 10k, and 5k, as well as a fun 1-mile run for kids. Partic..

The CareCenter Cross Country 5k is a fun run event scheduled for May 10, 2025, in Mountain View, Missouri. This inclusive race invites participants of all ages, encouraging both running and walking. The event emphasizes community spirit, with a focus on prayer, worship, and fellowship, particularly..

The Berryman 50 Mile and Marathon Trail Races, hosted by the Saint Louis Ultrarunners Group, will take place on May 17, 2025, at Berryman Campground in the Mark Twain National Forest, Missouri. This annual event features a challenging 26.4-mile loop course, with participants completing one loop for..

The OVERNIGHT Rat Race - UNSANCTIONED is an extreme endurance running event taking place in Springfield, MO, from May 23 to May 24, 2025. Participants can choose between a 4-hour or 6-hour challenge, navigating the urban landscape without course markings or volunteer support. The race emphasizes str..

The Rural Trail event in Hédé-Bazouges invites participants to join on May 24, 2025, for a unique experience that combines sport, nature, and local heritage. The event features a non-timed 10 km running course and a non-timed 10 km walking route, both starting from the scenic site of the 11 locks. P..

Baby Shippey is an exciting summer running event held at the Beaumont scouting property, featuring challenging trails that test participants' endurance and skills. Runners can choose between a Half Marathon (approximately 13.25 miles) and a 10K (approximately 6.25 miles), both of which include rugge..

The in2Action Trail Run is a non-competitive fun run taking place at Rock Bridge State Park in Columbia, MO, on June 14, 2025. Participants can choose between a half marathon and a 5K trail run, with a total of up to 150 participants expected, including volunteers. The course is well-marked and prim..