Trail Running calendar near Saint James 2026-2027

A three day stage trail race in Wildwood, Missouri from May 15 to 17, 2026. It covers roughly 21 miles, 26 miles and about 25K across Rockwoods and Greensfelder trails with creek crossings and scenic bluffs.

A forested single track loop in the Mark Twain National Forest offers a Marathon (one loop) and a near 53 mile 50 mile option over hilly terrain with stream crossings, cupless aid stations, and on course support.

Mud Factor returns to Brookdale Farms in Eureka, MO on June 6, 2026 with Adult and KIDZ Family Waves, required signed waivers and photo ID for adults, and a $10 cash spectator fee for festival access.

An hourly loop endurance race at Missouri Freedom Camp on June 6, 2026, where runners complete a 4.16 mile loop each hour until one remains. Proceeds benefit The Freedom 13 veteran support organization.

Experience a 6.2 mile fun run hosted by the Marines at Fort Leonard Wood. Navigate natural Missouri terrain and various obstacles as an individual or in a team of four.

A non competitive trail run at Rock Bridge State Park on June 6, 2026, raising funds for in2Action Recovery Services. Options include a three mile fun run and a half marathon on a well marked, mainly trail course with volunteers and aid sta..

Baby Shippey is a rugged trail event at Beaumont Reservation in High Ridge, MO offering a rocky half marathon and a steep 10k with technical terrain, aid stations, packet pickup at Cub World Building, and awards for top finishers.

An overnight trail event at Indian Camp Creek Park offering a 10K and timed six and nine hour ultra options on a roughly 6.7 mile loop with on-course aid, camping, and a cup free sustainability approach.

A 5K trail run at Adam Puchta Winery in Hermann, Missouri, routed through Vignoles and Estate Norton vines with a runner’s village, a downhill finish and wine slushies at the line; finisher medals are awarded.

A 5K gravel race on June 28 at Klondike Park in the St. Louis area, the event features trails with bluffs, a lake and views toward the Missouri River. Registration includes a custom singlet, post race breakfast and awards for overall and ag..

A trail race at Queeny Park on July 11, 2026 with an approximately 4 mile off road course, free bagels and beer, and a long sleeve tech race shirt. The event is supported by Fit4adventure Touring Company.

A free endurance event in Devils Elbow, Missouri offering 30 minute, 3 hour and 6 hour options on shaded crushed gravel loops along the Big Piney River. Donations support Operation Christmas Child and prizes include best costume and top mil..

Timed loop event at Route 66 State Park in Eureka, MO. Runners complete measured 2.425 mile loops and 0.333 mile short loops within 3 hour or 6 hour limits with cupless aid and required lights for night running.

A certified 8K out and back on the Katy Trail at McBaine with staggered starts based on predicted finish times. Registration is online only; Columbia Track Club members enter free and other participants pay $10.

A continuous loop trail race at Indian Camp Creek Park offering 40 and 50 mile distances on a 3.1 mile loop with centralized aid, crew access, pacers allowed, and a 12 hour time limit.

A three-week series of 10K night trail races in Wildwood, MO with increasing climb each week; races on August 7, 14 and 21, 2026 include post-race snacks and a cup-free, zero waste approach.

Bad Dawg Ultra in Waynesville, MO on August 15, 2026 offers 100 mile, 100 km, 50 mile, 50 km and 12 mile options on a 10 mile out and back gravel loop with aid stations, awards, and pacing rules for the longest distances.

A two person relay along the Ozark Trail combining trail running, mountain biking and paddling through the Mark Twain National Forest near Steelville, Missouri, with short and long course options and river finish scenery.

Loop based trail event at Cliff Cave Park on a marked 3.1-mile (5K) loop with a stocked aid station and varied terrain by the Mississippi River. Distances range from 5K to 50K and athletes may stop after any completed loop.

Continuous 40 or 50 mile loop racing on a 3.1 mile trail at Cliff Cave Park with a fully stocked aid station each lap and a 12 hour cutoff. The course features wooded hillsides, limestone bluffs and Mississippi River overlooks.