Trail Running calendar near Jefferson City 2025-2026

Run 101 miles of pristine Ozark single track this October, through vibrant autumn forests and challenging technical terrain. Join an established, intimate race with aid stations, crew access, and a coveted buckle for those who finish.

Join Troop 4's Hotcake Hike and Trail Run, a family friendly 5K trail run or hike at Binder Park in Jefferson City. Finishers enjoy hotcakes after the race while proceeds benefit local Scouts and Troop 4.

Test your limits at the 4 Fore 30 Infinity Backyard Ultra in Macks Creek, Missouri on November 15, 2025, running a 4.17 mile loop each hour until only one runner remains. All race profits benefit Kids' Harbor Child Advocacy Center.

Hit the trails at Wild in the Woods at Broemmelsiek Park for a scenic 5 or 10 mile looped trail race. Celebrate at the finish with a fire pit, live music, snacks and a complimentary beer for participants ages 21 and over.

Iron Heart Trail Run brings Valentine vibes to the Forest City MTB Trail in St James Missouri on Feb 13. Choose a distance from short trail runs to epic ultras, race solo or with a relay and camp riverside on the Meramec for a full outdoors..

Experience a scenic 50K rails to trails run along the Missouri River from Columbia to near Rocheport, starting and finishing at Martin Luther King Jr Memorial Park. Expect river bluff views, a 400 year old Burr Oak and friendly aid stations..

Run scenic single track at Three Creeks Conservation Area near Columbia, MO, with options from 10 miles to a 50K and a ruck division. Expect creek crossings, rolling climbs, aid stations and a small field for a friendly rugged trail challen..

Join the 24 Hour Lions Roar at Gans Creek Recreation Area in Columbia Missouri for 24, 12 and 6 hour timed races and a 1 hour Cub Run for kids. Proceeds benefit Pascale’s Pals and top finishers earn awards and milestone swag.

Run scenic, rugged trails at Lake of the Ozarks State Park with options from a five mile course to a 25K and a unique traverse blending about 32 miles of running with paddling. Then celebrate at TrailFest with food, live music, awards and v..

Celebrate the 10th Dark 2 Dawn night trail at Indian Camp Creek Park, where runners tackle single track and open fields under the stars. Choose from 9 hour and 6 hour timed ultras or a 10K, with onsite camping and post race snacks.