Trail Running calendar near Kirksville 2026-2027

A low-cost, fully off-road trail event in Kirksville with 10K and 5K courses that pass Forest Lake sunrise views. Proceeds benefit the Forest Lake Area Trails System and finishers receive commemorative prizes.

A backyard ultra at 2308 Victory Lane in Bussey, IA where runners complete a 4.167 mile loop each hour up to a 12 hour cap. Crews attend from a designated area and the last runner to complete one more lap than others is the winner.

A Backyard Ultra in West Point, Iowa with repeated 4.167 mile loops through Pollmiller Lake Park. Runners complete hourly loops until one runner remains while support and limited aid are available on site.

A point to point trail half marathon near Kirksville, Missouri, on forested single track with rock and root sections. Seven aid stations, shuttle service, prize money, and proceeds benefiting local trail maintenance.

A timed trail event at Rothwell Park where participants complete as many one mile loops as possible within a chosen 3, 6 or 12 hour category; entries are available as solo runs or three person team relays and proceeds support Special Olympi..

Tom Sawyer's Trial by Trail is a 10K trail race in Hannibal, Missouri on October 17, 2026, routed through Sodalis Nature Preserve with technical single track and elevation gain. The second annual event features age group awards, cash prizes..