Trail Running Calendar Missouri 2026-2027

A 15 km trail race at Castlewood State Park on January 31, 2026, running on maintained single-track with hills, switchbacks, and some flat sections. Post-race offerings include BBQ, snacks, beer for 21+, and possible live music.

Take on the single track Devil's Ice Box trails at Rock Bridge State Park in Columbia on January 31, 2026, with 10K and 20K loop options for runners of all paces. This free event asks for online sign up and a waiver, and offers post race re..

Run the 9th Annual 963 Beulah Challenge, a night trail race capped at 75 runners in Greensfelder County Park, Wildwood Missouri, over a rugged 4.2 mile single track loop by headlamp. Choose 12.6 miles 25.2 miles or 50K and help support Gate..

Celebrate Valentine’s Day on the trails at Maramec Spring Park with Iron Heart, offering distances from 5K to 100 miles. Scenic singletrack, hot quesadillas at aid stations, and finisher awards make for a memorable winter run.

A USATF certified 50K out and back on the MKT and Katy rail trails near Columbia Missouri, passing the historic Bur Oak and river bluffs. The route features multiple aid stations, drop bag support, and finisher awards.

A winter trail 10K in Upper Creve Coeur Park on February 22, 2026 featuring single track trails, a parade loop on Streetcar Drive, a custom finisher beer mug, and post race beer from Urban Chestnut.

An off-road trail running event at Southern Missouri Offroad Ranch on February 28, 2026. Offers a 1 mile fun run plus 5K and 10K trail races, participant shirts and finish snacks, with proceeds supporting Harmony House.

Hard Times Trail Run at Little Sac Woods near Willard MO offers 8 mile, 25K and 50K on hilly, runnable trails with creek crossings and climbs. Field capped at 60; 25K and 50K run laps with aid stations and shuttle parking.

Hardwoods 8 Mile Trail Run in Poplar Bluff, Missouri is a trail race held March 7, 2026 on the Ozark Trail Victory Horse Trail. Proceeds support local trail maintenance and shirts are guaranteed for entries by March 2.

Quivering Quads at Cuivre River State Park offers scenic bluff views, creek crossings and steep climbs with half marathon and 8 mile options. Field limited to 400; finishers receive a long sleeve shirt, medal and post race food and beer.

Take on rugged single track and creek crossings at Three Creeks Torrent Trail Runs near Columbia, Missouri on March 14, 2026. Choose 50K, 20 mile, 10 mile, or a 10 mile ruck and enjoy scenic loops, stocked aid stations, and finisher swag.

Double Chubb at West Tyson County Park serves trail lovers with 50K, 25K, 25K RUCK and 8M options. Expect rugged singletrack, full aid stations and a tough 25K ruck that requires carrying a minimum 20 pound pack for an extra endurance test.

A trail event at Wolf Creek Trail near Poplar Bluff, MO on April 4, 2026, offering a half marathon, a 6K and a 1.7 mile Walk The Forest. Hosted by PB Kiwanis Club and the US Forest Service to raise funds for Kiwanis Bacon Memorial Park.

Tackle scenic trails at Ozark Foothills Endurance Runs in Wildwood, MO, with races from a free kids mile to 100 miles over a weekend of trail challenges. The event is cup free and zero waste, so bring a mess kit.

Join the Green Park Viking Dash on April 18 in Saint Louis for a fun 5K and 1 mile run or walk starting at Green Park Lutheran School. Enjoy neighborhood and Grant's Trail scenery while supporting the school's Viking Village.

Choose distances from 8K to 50 Mile along the flat scenic Frisco Highline Trail in Willard MO. Organized by Ozark Mountain Ridge Runners to benefit Ozark Greenways, the marathon is USATF certified and a Boston qualifier.

A noncompetitive ascent-only challenge on Mudlick Mountain near Patterson, MO, where hikers attempt eight climbs (about 21 miles total and 7,980 feet ascent) within twelve hours; shuttles return hikers to the base after each summit.

Three races at Lake of the Ozarks State Park share a finish line festival with food, music, vendors, and awards. Options range from a roughly 5.5 mile trail run to a 25K and a traverse combining about 32 miles of running with lake paddling.

Bluffs Trail Runs invites trail lovers to scenic courses through Echo Bluffs and Current River State Parks with bluff and river views across distances from 5k to marathon. Chip timed event with custom shirts and handcrafted wooden medals.

Take on a spring trail challenge at Queeny Park in Ballwin on May 2 2026 with 5K, 10K, 10K ruck and half marathon options on shaded gravel trails. Professional chip timing, medals, shirts and finish line photos make it a rewarding day for r..