Trail Running calendar near Eminence 2026-2027

A 6-hour endurance event in Devils Elbow, Missouri, held in July 2026 with shaded 6-mile and 3-mile gravel loops, free entry with optional donations to Operation Christmas Child, aid stations, post-race beach access, and several costume and..

Bad Dawg Ultra is a multi distance endurance event in Waynesville, Missouri on August 15 to 16, 2026, with a 10 mile out and back Ozark loop. Distances range from 12 miles to 100 miles and entries support the OneSolePurpose shoe project.

A two-person relay on the Ozark Trail that combines running, mountain biking and paddling through the Mark Twain National Forest, offered in roughly 33 mile and 55 mile formats with on-course aid and supplied paddles.

Races in Waynesville, Missouri include a half marathon, 10k and 5k along the Roubidoux River with views of Frog Rock and fall colors. Completing the Friday 5k and a Saturday distance earns a third medal as the Frog Hill Challenge.

A rugged 13-mile Ozark Trail event in Middle Brook, Missouri, featuring steep climbs, rocky technical terrain, waterfalls and a river crossing. Proceeds benefit the Ozark Trail Association and finishers receive custom commemorative patches.

A backyard ultra at Lions Club Park in Rolla, MO featuring repeated 4.167 miles (6.706 km) loops. The last runner to complete one more loop than the next is crowned Lion King or Queen; proceeds partly support the 988 hotline and the park.

A point to point ultramarathon of about 101 miles on the Ozark Trail through the Mark Twain National Forest, featuring fixed trail markers, 13 aid stations, varied terrain and about 12,000 feet of elevation gain.

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.

Wolf Creek Trail Run in Poplar Bluff, MO on March 27, 2027 offers a half marathon, a 6K and a 1.7 mile Walk The Forest to raise funds for Kiwanis Bacon Memorial Park. The event includes shirts and medals.

A 23 mile ascent only hiking challenge on Mudlick Mountain requiring eight ascents to match 7,980 feet of elevation, completed within twelve hours, with shuttle support, aid stations, and an optional pre event Spark of Strength ceremony.

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.