Trail Running calendar near Eminence 2026-2027

Ultra Sweaty Santa is a 10th annual timed endurance event on July 18, 2026 in Devils Elbow, MO with 30 minute, 3 hour, and 6 hour options on shaded crushed gravel loops by the Big Piney River; the event is free and accepts donations.

A multi-distance trail ultra on a 10 mile Ozark loop near Waynesville, MO, held August 15–16, 2026. Multiple distances are offered and proceeds support the OneSolePurpose shoe program.

A three leg relay for teams of two on the Ozark Trail in the Mark Twain National Forest. Run, mountain bike and paddle over 55M or 33M options with on course aid and paddles provided.

A multi-race weekend in Waynesville, MO offering 5k, 10k and half marathon courses that finish at Waynesville Park, riverside fall scenery, and an optional multi-race Frog Hill Challenge medal.

A rugged half marathon hike and run on the Ozark Trail near Middle Brook, Missouri. The route covers about thirteen miles of rocky, technical terrain with notable elevation change and limited on‑course support.

Backyard ultra in Rolla, MO on October 10, 2026 where runners repeat a 4.167 mile loop each hour until one runner completes one more lap than the rest. The winner receives a custom belt buckle and a bronze coin.

A point-to-point trail ultramarathon near Steelville, Missouri covering about 100 miles of single-track through Mark Twain National Forest, with roughly 12,000 feet of gain, 13 aid stations, crew access, drop bags, and pacer options.

A Halloween 3.5 miles trail run at Otahki Lake KOA on October 31, 2026 that raises funds for the Care Camps Foundation, with a limited event shirt, participation medal, snacks, and trophies for the top three finishers.

A team focused winter trekking event at Johnson Shut-Ins State Park from December 4 to 6, 2026. Three courses range from a wheelchair accessible 4 mile walk to multi day 40 mile and 17 mile treks, honoring Korean War service members.

Trail event at Maramec Spring Park in February 2027 offering distances from 5K to 100 miles, on two named park trails with aid, camping, and awards including buckles for the longest distances.

A fundraiser trail event in Poplar Bluff, Missouri on March 27, 2027, offering a half marathon, a 6K run, and a 1.7 mile Walk The Forest. Entry includes a T shirt and specified medals; day‑of registration costs more.

A 23-mile ascent challenge on Mudlick Mountain in Patterson, MO, where hikers aim for eight climbs totaling 7,980 feet of elevation within a 12-hour window. Registration includes food, aid stations, event swag and an optional pre-event Spar..

Trail races at Echo Bluffs and Current River state parks with distances from a 1 mile youth run to a full trail marathon, featuring single-track sections, bluff views, rolling hills, and a cupless format.

A Last Man Standing backyard ultra at Missouri Freedom Camp in Bourbon, MO on June 5, 2027. Runners complete repeated 4 miles 880 feet loops each hour, with aid at the barn, camping and a pre-race dinner; proceeds benefit Freedom 13.