Trail Running Calendar Missouri 2026-2027

An ascent-only hiking challenge at Sam A. Baker State Park where participants climb Mudlick Mountain eight times to total about 21 miles and 7,980 feet of elevation, with shuttles, aid stations, and an optional evening Spark of Strength cer..

Three races at Lake of the Ozarks State Park include a 5.5 mile trail run, a 25K trail race, and a combined 32 mile run with 3 miles of paddling. Courses feature lake views, multiple aid stations, finisher awards, and park amenities.

Experience the beauty of Missouri state parks with trail races ranging from 5k to a full marathon. This cupless event features scenic bluff views and single track trails for runners and hikers alike.

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.

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 backyard ultra in Bourbon Missouri where runners complete repeated 4.16 mile loops each hour until one runner remains. All proceeds support The Freedom 13, a nonprofit serving veterans and law enforcement.

An 82 mile team relay on the Katy Trail from St. Louis to Hermann, split into 18 legs with six and three person team options. Teams receive a shirt, medal, and post race meal and beverage.

Experience a 6.2 mile fun run hosted by the Marines at Fort Leonard Wood. Navigate natural Missouri terrain and various obstacles as an individual or in a team of four.

Experience the historic beauty of Finley Farms in Ozark Missouri with an out and back run through an urban farm and the Chadwick Flyer Trail. Enjoy a chef prepared breakfast at the Market Shed after you cross the finish line.

A non competitive trail run at Rock Bridge State Park on June 6, 2026, raising funds for in2Action Recovery Services. Options include a three mile fun run and a half marathon on a well marked, mainly trail course with volunteers and aid sta..

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 untimed, mud filled run at Valley Speedway in Grain Valley on June 13, 2026. The course has about a dozen muddy obstacles, packet pickup is June 12, and spectator admission is free.

A team-based trail race at Sycamore Creek Ranch where teams of four to six navigate themed obstacles, a carried-teammate challenge, and an archery-based time bonus before a final climb to a summit marked by Conestoga wagons.

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.

A 5K trail run at Adam Puchta Winery in Hermann, Missouri, routed through Vignoles and Estate Norton vines with a runner’s village, a downhill finish and wine slushies at the line; finisher medals are awarded.

Hades Climb in Ozark on July 11, 2026 is a stair loop event offering one hour, two hour, and four hour formats. The event features stamped loop tracking on a medal, overhead sparks, fire elements, bell milestones, and music.

A trail race at Queeny Park on July 11, 2026 with an approximately 4 mile off road course, free bagels and beer, and a long sleeve tech race shirt. The event is supported by Fit4adventure Touring Company.