Trail Running calendar near Devils Elbow 2026-2027

Race Information The Lake of the Ozarks Endurance Runs take place at Lake of the Ozarks State Park, Missouri's largest state park, in Kaiser, Missouri. The event offers three distinct races. Available Distances Wandering Bobcat 5 Miler: A..

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.

Experience the historic Berryman Trail with a single track loop through the Mark Twain National Forest. Choose between a marathon or 50 mile distance featuring continuous hills and a fully forested landscape.

Experience a unique trail run through the vineyards of Hermann Missouri. Navigate through rows of grape vines and enjoy a downhill finish followed by a wine slushy at the historic Adam Puchta Winery.

Celebrate Christmas in July with this free, 6-hour endurance run in Missouri. Choose between 6-mile and 3-mile loops on shaded trails along the Big Piney River. Prizes are awarded for best costume and most miles, with a post-run cool-off at..

The Great Sandbagger 8K features a unique race format based on predicted finish times. Runners start in staggered order, and the first to cross the line wins a traveling trophy. The certified 8K course starts at the McBaine Katy Trailhead.

The Bad Dawg Ultra in Waynesville, Missouri, features distances from 12 miles to 100 miles on a scenic gravel loop. It supports the OneSolePurpose project, providing shoes for students. Finishers receive custom awards, and on-site camping i..

The 3 Legged Monster is a unique trail running, mountain biking, and paddling relay for teams of two on Missouri's Ozark Trail. Choose between a long or short course, navigating through the scenic Mark Twain National Forest. The event concl..

The Frog Hill Half Marathon will take place in Waynesville on Saturday 3 October 2026. You can run between 5 and 21 kilometers.

Tackle a rugged 13-mile course on Missouri's Ozark Trail, from Taum Sauk Mountain to Johnson Shut-ins State Park. This demanding run or hike passes scenic landmarks like Mina Sauk Falls. It's a fundraiser supporting trail maintenance and pr..

Rock Bridge Revenge is a trail running event on October 17, 2026, at Rock Bridge State Park. It features 50K and 25K distances on single track trails with creek crossings. Chip timing, aid stations, and a post race lunch are provided.

Test yourself on 101 miles of iconic single track in the Missouri Ozarks. This point-to-point ultra, celebrating its 18th year, traverses the Mark Twain National Forest with significant elevation gain. It’s the 2026 Missouri RRCA State Ultr..

Honor history through a winter endurance trek in the St. Francois Mountains. Choose between a 40 mile expedition, a 17 mile overnight challenge, or an accessible 4 mile hike through Johnson Shut Ins State Park.

Test your endurance at Maramec Spring Park with trail distances ranging from a 5K to a 100 mile ultra. Experience historic forest trails and technical Ozark terrain at this multi distance running event.

The Flat Branch Ultra is a USATF certified 50K on the rails to trails paths of Columbia, Missouri. The point to point course passes a historic 400 year old Bur Oak tree. Only 125 spots are available for this event.