Trail Running calendar near St. Louis 2026-2027

This spring event in Queeny Park offers four distances on rolling gravel trails, including a ruck division. Participants receive a finisher's medal, t-shirt, and professional timing. Top finishers in each age group receive awards.

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.

Experience the historic Berryman Trail with a single track loop through the Mark Twain National Forest. Choose between a marathon or 50 mile distance featuring continuous hills and a fully forested landscape.

Trail races at Pere Marquette State Park near Grafton, IL offering 12.5K, 25K and 50K on technical bluff trails with solo and buddy divisions. Awards include handcrafted artwork and the event follows a strict no refund policy.

Operation GRANITE X at Tri-Township Park on May 16, 2026 features 6 mile loops made of three two mile laps. Two divisions are offered, one with escalating weight and one focused on endurance.

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.

Test your endurance at Missouri Freedom Camp in this last runner standing event. Complete a 4.16 mile loop every hour on a course featuring woods and creek crossings to benefit military veterans and law enforcement.

A team-based trail relay in Saint Louis covering 82 miles, offered in six-person and three-person formats with staffed transition zones, on-course support, and post-race refreshments.

A rugged trail event at Beaumont Reservation in High Ridge, MO featuring a 13.05 mile half marathon with significant climbing and a steep 6 mile 10K, both running over rocky terrain, loose gravel switchbacks and fast jeep road sections.

An all-night trail event at Indian Camp Creek Park offering 10K and timed 6 hour and 9 hour ultra options on an approximate 6.7 mile loop. One aid station and custom finisher medals are awarded by loops completed.

Experience a unique trail run through the vineyards of Hermann Missouri. Navigate through rows of grape vines and enjoy a downhill finish followed by a wine slushy at the historic Adam Puchta Winery.

This off-road trail run in Queeny Park offers a roughly four-mile course. The event is known for its post-race party with free bagels and beer, plus a unique long-sleeve tech shirt.

Timed 3 and 6 hour events on a measured 2.425 mile loop through shaded woodlands at Route 66 State Park. Cupless event with aid at Forest Shelter; personal hydration and a headlamp are required.

A three week night trail series in Wildwood MO featuring three 10K races with increasing climb rates, finisher stickers and post race snacks. The series partners with the Trail Mix Fund and follows a zero waste pledge.

Evening timed runs at Watershed Nature Center on a 1.01 mile mixed-surface loop. Choose a 6 hour or 3 hour event and see how many miles can be completed within the time limit.

A three leg relay for teams of two on the Ozark Trail combining trail running, mountain biking, and paddling. Short and long course options are offered and proceeds support the Ozark Trail Association.

Hit the shady trails of Queeny Park for this Labor Day weekend event featuring a 5k, 10k, half marathon, and a 10k ruck. All finishers receive a custom medal and backpack, with age group awards for top performers. It's a shared, fully marke..

Experience the natural beauty of the Weldon Spring Conservation Area with these trail races along the Missouri River bluffs. Choose from three distances featuring the scenic Lewis and Clark loops.

Participate in an open 5K cross country race through the scenic grounds of Forest Park in St. Louis. Stay to watch top high school athletes from across the Midwest compete in this premier regional running festival.

This trail run/walk in Greenville's Patriot's Park is a 5K event supporting childhood cancer research. It takes place on scenic trails and is inspired by a personal story of courage.