Trail Running calendar near Springfield 2026-2027

The Hard Times Trail Run offers three distances on a rugged, hilly course in the Little Sac Woods. With a field limited to just 50 runners, it's a challenging and intimate event. All proceeds benefit a local classical academy.

Run through the scenic Oz Trail System past the Christ of the Ozarks Statue in Eureka Springs. Choose from four distances including a trail half marathon and receive a ticket to The Great Passion Play.

This is a 120-mile team trail relay in the Ozark Mountains near Eureka Springs. Each runner completes three segments for a total of 15 miles. Teams of 4 to 8 can register.

Explore the historic Frisco Highline Trail on a flat, scenic, and certified rail-to-trail course. Choose from five distances, including ultras, with an optional early start for the longest races. The event starts and finishes at Willard Mid..

Race Information The Lake of the Ozarks Endurance Runs take place at Lake of the Ozarks State Park, Missouri's largest state park, in Kaiser, Missouri. The event offers three distinct races. Available Distances Wandering Bobcat 5 Miler: A..

The War Eagle Trail Races return for their 21st year on June 6, 2026, at Hobbs State Park. Runners can choose between 50K, 25K, and 10K distances on runnable Northwest Arkansas trails. The event has a long history of supporting local commun..

Cancer Challenge Bella Vista on June 20, 2026 offers 5K, 10K and a 1 mile walk on the Lake Bella Vista Trail Course. Registration includes a shirt, swag bag, snacks, a medal and age group awards.

Run the trails at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve in this 5K trail race. The event celebrates summer and freedom with a patriotic theme, offering medals, t-shirts, and awards. A kids' fun run and a training program are also available.

The Bad Dawg Ultra in Waynesville, Missouri, features distances from 12 miles to 100 miles on a scenic gravel loop. It supports the OneSolePurpose project, providing shoes for students. Finishers receive custom awards, and on-site camping i..

The Frog Hill Half Marathon will take place in Waynesville on Saturday 3 October 2026. You can run between 10 and 21 kilometers.

Trailfest returns on October 4, 2026, with 5k, 10k, and half marathon trail runs on a technical, hilly course. Runners enjoy a hoodie, post-race tacos, and awards for top finishers. The event features a festive atmosphere with local beer fo..

The Last Chance Ultra takes place in early December in Rogersville, Missouri. Runners can choose from five distances, from a 10-mile run to a 100-mile ultra. This is the fifth annual edition of the event.