Missouri
Missouri Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Missouri for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 88 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Missouri below and join the trail community at these great events!
October 2026
Timed 6 hour and 12 hour runs on a USATF certified 1.17 mile paved loop through a mostly flat wooded park with Meramec River views.
An 18 and up naked elimination trail race at Sunset Mountain with repeated 0.86 mile laps and 12 minute limits until one runner remains or a race off decides the winners.
Experience a 10K journey through technical single track and scenic paths in Hannibal's Sodalis Nature Preserve featuring elevation gains and a three hour cutoff.
Open 5K at Jefferson Barracks Park in Saint Louis as part of the Hancock XC Invitational, held on the meet's historic cross country course and open to a range of ages.
Test your endurance on a 1.5 mile technical trail loop in Cape Girardeau with 10 hour and 5K distance options supporting local charity.
Experience a scenic loop course through Missouri and Kansas featuring distances from a half marathon to a 100 mile ultra along the Missouri River and historic levee trails.
A 15K trail race and 15K ruck at Babler State Park on October 24, 2026, featuring a 15K loop with about 1,350 feet elevation and a cup free policy.
A nighttime 2-mile fun run at Otahki Lake KOA in Patterson supporting Care Camps Foundation, with lights, spooky decorations, a participation medal, and event shirts.
A race and recovery festival in Marthasville with chip-timed one-mile loops, aid every mile, recovery sessions, free camping and evening music.
Trail 5K and 1 mile Fun Run at Twin Willows Ranch in Seligman, Missouri on October 24, 2026, with a fall festival and 15% of net proceeds supporting veterans and first responders.
A night time, untimed 5K on paved trail along the Frisco Highline and Greenway Trail in Willard that supports the Willard Parks & Recreation Department.
Trail races at Cuivre River State Park with a half marathon and 8 mile option featuring bluff views, creek crossings, rugged footing, and limited field size.
A point to point ultramarathon of about 101 miles on the Ozark Trail through the Mark Twain National Forest, featuring fixed trail markers, 13 aid stations, varied terrain and about 12,000 feet of elevation gain.
Weekend trail races at Castlewood State Park offering 10K, half marathon and 30K options with race shirts, finisher mugs, and custom awards.
Run Witch Run in Cottleville on October 31 features 1 mile, 5K, 10K, a kids dash, stroller race, virtual option, and a costume contest.
November 2026
Trail runs at Dogwood Canyon Nature Park feature 15K, 25K and 50K courses through wooded, hilly terrain with streams and rocks. The weekend includes aid stations, race shirts and medals, plus challenge options to run both distances.
Untimed Thanksgiving themed 5K at St. James Winery on November 8, 2026 with in person and virtual options and race swag.
A timed-loop endurance event at Ballparks National where runners repeat a 3.1 mile loop within chosen 1, 3, 6, 9, or 12 hour leagues, choosing either obstacle Gauntlet or a Pure Running Division.
Trail run at Shoal Creek Living History Museum in Hodge Park offering 2 or 5 miles, walkers welcome, with post-run mug and soup on Nov 14, 2026.
Trail ultramarathon at Knob Noster State Park offering 10K to 50K on a technical single track 10K loop with about 550 feet gain per loop and fully stocked aid station.