Wild in the Woods - 5 & 10 Mile Trail Race

Defiance, United States • 6 Dec 2025

Event overview

The 5th annual Wild in the Woods Trail Race is scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2025, at Broemmelsiek Park in Defiance, Missouri. The race is the second event in the Big River Trail Series, a points competition for runners who participate in at least three of the series events. Post-race offerings listed by the organizer include a fire pit, snacks, live music, and a complimentary beer for participants 21 and older.

Logistics and entry

Distances:

  • 5 Mile - one loop
  • 10 Mile - two loops

The listed race location is Hilltop Shelter, Broemmelsiek Park, 1795 Hwy DD, Defiance, MO 63341. Pre-race packet pickup is at Big River Running, 13969 Manchester Rd, Town & Country, MO, on Thursday, December 4, from Noon to 6 pm. Race-day packet pickup is at the Hilltop Shelter and is available the morning of the event. Regular entry fees shown are $39 for the 5 mile and $49 for the 10 mile. The organizer notes a 10% discount is available when registering for the full Trail Series bundle by the stated deadline. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 mi
10 Mile
5 mi
5 Mile
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