Volkslauf 10k Fun Run - Fort Leonard Wood, MO

Fort Leonard Wood, United States • 6 Jun 2026

25th Annual Volkslauf 10K Fun Run

The Volkslauf 10K Fun Run is an annual event hosted by the Marines at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. This year marks the 25th anniversary of the race. The course covers a distance of 6.2 miles (10 km) through the local Missouri terrain. Participants navigate several emplaced obstacles positioned along the running path during the event.

The event is open to the general public, military members, and their families. Participants have the option to enter the run as individuals or as part of a group of four. The race occurs on the military installation, with the official staging area located near South Dakota Avenue.

Registration for the run opens in March and remains available until the day of the event. A registration fee is required for all participants. The course layout utilizes the natural landscape of the area to provide a varied running environment combined with physical obstacles. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 km
10k Fun Run
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