Trail Running calendar near Poplar Bluff 2025-2026

Take on the Frozen Chosin Challenge at Johnson Shut Ins State Park December 5 to 7, 2025, a rugged winter weekend honoring Korean War veterans. Choose 40 mile, 17 mile or 4 mile routes with steep trails, river fords and bivouac camping.

Join the 13th annual Wolf Creek Trail Run on April 4, 2026 in Poplar Bluff, Missouri, with a half marathon, 6K, and 1.7 mile walk on scenic trail. Medals and event shirts await finishers in this rain or shine community race.

Ozark's Mountain Challenge at Sam A Baker State Park invites hikers to climb Mudlick Mountain repeatedly for about 7,980 feet of total ascent across rugged terrain. This non competitive 12 hour event includes aid and a welcoming finish.

Explore scenic trails at Echo Bluffs and Current River with distances for every runner from a kids mile to a full marathon and relays. Chip timed event with handcrafted wooden medals and a reusable cup for finishers.