Baby Shippey
High Ridge, United States • 7 Jun 2026
Event overview
Baby Shippey takes place on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at Beaumont Reservation in High Ridge, Missouri. The event offers two distances: a half marathon and a 10K. The organizer describes the event as a no-frills, cupless trail race. Registration closes on June 5, 2026. Bib transfers, cancellations, and distance changes are allowed until June 5, 2026. No refunds or deferrals are offered.
Course and race details
The courses run on rugged, primitive trails and service roads on the Beaumont property. Trails include large rocks and boulders, off-camber sections, gravel powerline corridors, ATV paths, and fast jeep roads. The half includes a narrow loose-gravel switchback and both long ascents and steep descents. The 10K follows the first portion of the half, splits off, and rejoins for the final section.
Distances and aid stations:
- Half Marathon: approximately 13.05 mi, about 2,390 ft of climbing, with aid stations near mile 3 and mile 8.2.
- 10K: approximately 6.1 mi, about 1,155 ft of climbing, with an aid station near mile 3.
Additional information: packet pickup is at the Cub World Building and post-race food and ice cream will be available at the Cub World Building. Awards are given to the top three men and women in each distance. Finisher medals and specific swag items are to be confirmed. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.