Tom Sawyer's Trial by Trail

Tom Sawyer's Trial by Trail

Tom Sawyer's Trial by Trail is a 10K trail race held in Hannibal, Missouri on October 17, 2026. The event is the Year Two edition and takes place at Sodalis Nature Preserve. The course follows a mix of technical single track, double-wide dirt paths, and paved walking trails and includes measurable elevation gain.

The event features a masters division for men and women age 40 and over. There are cash prizes for top finishers, including a $100 prize for the overall male and female winners and a $50 cash bounty on the male and female course records. Awards are given in 10-year age groups to the top male and female in each group.

Registration is offered at tiered pricing: $45 through August 31, $50 through September 30, and $55 from October 1 through October 12. Registration closes on Monday, October 12 at 11:59 PM CT. Participants who register by September 30 receive a Year Two race hoodie.

The event specifies no upper age limit and a three hour course cutoff. The location is Hannibal, Missouri. The organizer lists offline attendance and planned in-person competition at the preserve. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.