Trail Running Calendar Missouri 2025-2026

Join the inaugural New Hope Turkey Trot in Smithville for a scenic trail 5 km or a 1.25 mile family run supporting the New Hope Scholarship Fund. Enjoy nature stations, a finisher medal and an event tee while helping local families.

Take on the Frozen Chosin Challenge at Johnson Shut Ins State Park December 5 to 7, 2025, a rugged winter weekend honoring Korean War veterans. Choose 40 mile, 17 mile or 4 mile routes with steep trails, river fords and bivouac camping.

Take on the Last Chance Ultra in Springfield on December 6 and 7, 2025 with trail ultras Saturday and a 10 miler Sunday. Add the Double Tap to race both days and claim bonus swag.

Run the 5th annual Wild in the Woods Trail Race at Broemmelsiek Park on Saturday, December 6, 2025, featuring scenic 5 and 10 mile trail loops and points toward the Big River Trail Series. After the finish enjoy a fire pit, live music, snac..

Run the Wildwood Trail Marathon or Half on December 6, 2025 in Wildwood Missouri, featuring scenic, technical single track through parks and riverfront. Expect a finisher medal, catered post race lunch, and race day registration.

Get into the holiday spirit at the Candy Cane Course in Lee's Summit with a family friendly Kids Dash, 1 mile, chip timed 5K and 12K or a virtual option. Enjoy shirts, medals, live results and support Toys for Tots.

Kick off the new year with Doomsday 5K, a beginner friendly trail run at Cliff Cave County Park in Saint Louis on January 1. Tackle rolling hills, earn a custom finisher medal and enjoy post race coffee at this eco conscious event.

Brave winter trails at Creve Coeur Park on January 4, 2026 with the Shivery Icy Trail Run offering 1 mile to half marathon options plus virtual entries. Enjoy a finisher hat, hot drinks, live music and support Crohn and Colitis research.

Shippey Endurance Runs is a winter trail ultra at Beaumont Scout Reservation offering 20 miles up to 100 miles, a 100k and a five person 100 mile relay over rugged single track and jeep roads. Indoor aid stations and on site camping.

Run winter trails at the FROZEN STICK Trail Run in Glencoe, Missouri, offering 5 mile and 13.1 mile courses through Bluffview, Rock Hollow and Zombie Trails. Finish at LaSalle Middle School for indoor post race festivities and finisher swag..

Tackle a scenic 15 km trail through Castlewood State Park on single track trails with challenging climbs, fast descents and switchbacks. Celebrate after the race with BBQ, beer and live music while earning Big River Trail Series points.

Run the 9th annual 963 Beulah Challenge, a 75 runner night trail event at Greensfelder County Park with timed multi hour loops on technical single track. Proceeds support Gateway Off Road Cyclists and a solid headlamp is recommended.

Run the Iron Heart at Maramec Spring Park in mid February, a Valentine themed trail event with distances from 5K to 100 mile and relay options. Scenic loops, hot aid station treats and finisher belt buckles reward every rugged mile.

Experience a scenic USATF certified 50K along the MKT and Katy trails near Columbia, Missouri, with river bluff views and a 400 year old Bur Oak en route. Limited to 125 runners, this out and back promises big scenery and a friendly race vi..

Hard Times Trail Run in Willard MO features 50K, 25K and 8 mile on a rugged loop with climbs, creek crossings and singletrack. Field capped at 60, all finishers get a shirt and award and proceeds support Headington Hill Classical Academy.

Discover rugged single track and spring creek crossings at Three Creeks Conservation Area on March 14, 2026, with 50K, 20 mile, 10 mile and 10 mile ruck distances. Multi lap loops, varied terrain and upbeat aid stations make this a standout..

Take on scenic West Tyson County Park with options from an 8 mile fun run to a challenging 50K, plus a new 25K ruck class. Loop trails and well stocked aid stations make the Double Chubb a supported, adventurous day on the dirt.

Join the 13th annual Wolf Creek Trail Run on April 4, 2026 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, with a half marathon, 6K, and 1.7 mile walk on scenic trail. Medals and event shirts await finishers in this rain or shine community race.

Ozark Foothills Endurance Runs returns to Wildwood Missouri April 10 to 12 2026 with trail options from a free 1 mile Kids Fun Run to a 100 mile ultra. Weekend highlights include a night 50K and a 25K ruck, with cup free low waste race prac..

Join the DoNot Stop Half Marathon in Kansas City on April 18, 2026 for varied distances from a quick 5K to the full half marathon, plus family friendly untimed kids races. Chip timing, finisher medals and designer shirts make it a rewarding..