Wild in the Woods - 5 & 10 Mile Trail Race

DEC
5
2026
A December trail race at Broemmelsiek Park offering 5 and 10 mile loop options, with post-race music, beer for 21+, snacks and a bonfire.
Sat 5 Dec 2026
10 miles 5 miles

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Wild in the Woods - 5 & 10 Mile Trail Race

Wild in the Woods takes place at Broemmelsiek Park on Saturday, December 5, 2026. The event is centered at Hilltop Shelter, 1795 Hwy DD, Defiance, MO 63341.

The event offers the following race distances:

  • 5 Mile (one loop)
  • 10 Mile (two loops)

Wild in the Woods is the second race in the Big River Trail Series. Series scoring tallies points for runners who participate in three of six events, including Wild in the Woods, the Skippo races (10k, half marathon or 30k), and the Castlewood Cup 15k.

Post-race offerings include live music, a complimentary beer for participants age 21 and over, snacks, and a bonfire.

Packet pickup is available the Thursday before the race at Big River Running Company - West County, 13969 Manchester Rd, Town & Country, MO 63011. Race day packet pickup is at Hilltop Shelter in Broemmelsiek Park.

Regular registration fees listed for the event are $39 for the 5 mile and $49 for the 10 mile. Registrants who select the full Trail Series bundle receive a 10% discount on this race when registering for the entire series.

All entrants will receive a custom giveaway; details of the item will be announced by the organizer. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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