Trail Running calendar near Saint James 2026-2027

A 15K trail race and a 15K ruck at Babler State Park near Wildwood, MO, run on a loop with about 1,350 feet of climbing. The event includes finisher swag and awards, one unmanned water drop, and a 75 runner cap.

Trail races at Frenchman’s Bluff on October 25, 2026 offer an 8 Mile and a Half Marathon with bluff views, creek crossings and varied single track and fire road terrain. Entry is limited to 400 and finishers receive a long sleeve shirt and..

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.

Two days of trail racing at Castlewood State Park in Ballwin, Missouri offering 10k, half marathon, 30k and multi-distance challenges plus a Saturday 10k team competition and age group awards.

A timed-loop endurance event at Ballparks National where runners repeat a 3.1 mile loop within chosen 1, 3, 6, 9, or 12 hour leagues, choosing either obstacle Gauntlet or a Pure Running Division.

Timed trail event on 11/28/2026 at Turkey Ridge in Wildwood with a 1.8 mile loop and 347 ft elevation gain per loop. Two time categories let runners complete as many loops as possible in 2 or 4 hours.

Celebrate Thanksgiving in St. Louis with this annual running event featuring multiple distances from a half marathon to a kids dash. Enjoy chip timing designer shirts and custom medals for all participants.

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.

A trail running event in Wildwood, MO on December 5, 2026 offering marathon, half marathon and 10K on mixed single-track and gravel trails; cup-free with staffed aid stations and post-race provisions.

Wild in the Woods is a trail race at Broemmelsiek Park on December 5, 2026, with 5 mile and 10 mile loop options. The event includes live music, a complimentary beer for ages 21 and over, snacks and a bonfire.

A winter trail series at Rockwoods Reservation near Glencoe, Missouri across three dates from Dec 19, 2026 to Feb 13, 2027. Events range from 4 miles and 8K up to a half marathon with finisher medals, shirts, chip timing and live tracking.

A 5K trail race at Cliff Cave County Park on January 1, 2027 featuring a mixed pavement and dirt course, a cup free sustainability policy, inclusive gender registration, and participation in the Trail Mix Fund.

A winter trail series at Rockwoods Reservation near Glencoe, Missouri across three dates from Dec 19, 2026 to Feb 13, 2027. Events range from 4 miles and 8K up to a half marathon with finisher medals, shirts, chip timing and live tracking.

A Midwest winter ultramarathon in Missouri on January 16 and 17 2027 offering multiple trail distances from 20 miles to 100 miles, including a night 40 miler. The event is managed by PR Racing and alternates course direction by year.

Castlewood Cup is a *15 km* trail race at Indian Camp Creek Park on January 30, 2027, featuring a post-race BBQ, beer for those 21 and over, live music weather permitting, finisher medal and photos; it is part of the Big River Trail Series.

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.

A timed trail event at Greensfelder County Park offering 9 hours, 6 hours and 3 hours on a 4.2 mile single track loop. The race is capped at 75 runners, does not allow crew or pacers, and donates part of proceeds to local trail work.

Winter trail event at Rockwoods Reservation in Glencoe Missouri offering a 5 Mile and a 13.1 Mile course. Organized by Rockinator Racing as the Stick Season finale with chip timing, aid stations, on course tracking and post race awards.

A winter trail series at Rockwoods Reservation near Glencoe, Missouri across three dates from Dec 19, 2026 to Feb 13, 2027. Events range from 4 miles and 8K up to a half marathon with finisher medals, shirts, chip timing and live tracking.

Flat Branch Ultra in Columbia Missouri features a USATF certified 50K and a 25K on rails to trails routes along the Missouri River and Katy Trail. The event has a limited field, on course aid stations, and cash prizes for 50K overall winner..