Missouri
Missouri Trail Running Calendar 2026-2027
Explore the best trail runs in Missouri for 2026-2027! Our updated list features 89 exciting trail runs across the region. Find your next trail run in Missouri below and join the trail community at these great events!
November 2026
Experience a 5.5 mile hilly single track trail race through Klaus Park with age group awards and a free fun run for children.
A self-timed trail fundraiser in Smithville, Missouri offering a 5K trail run/walk and a 1.25 mile family fun run. The route includes campground roads, Lake Remote trails, varied footing, wildlife sightings, and nature stations.
Thanksgiving morning at English Landing Park with a professionally timed 5K and a 2 mile family walk supporting local parks and animal shelter.
Timed trail event on 11/28/2026 at Turkey Ridge in Wildwood with a 1.8 mile loop and 347 ft elevation gain per loop. Two time categories let runners complete as many loops as possible in 2 or 4 hours.
December 2026
A team focused winter trekking event at Johnson Shut-Ins State Park from December 4 to 6, 2026. Three courses range from a wheelchair accessible 4 mile walk to multi day 40 mile and 17 mile treks, honoring Korean War service members.
Looped trail ultras near Springfield, MO on Dec 5, 2026 with distances from 10 miles to 100 miles, on-site camping and a basecamp aid station.
Trail races in Wildwood, MO featuring marathon, half marathon and 10K on mostly single track trails, manned aid stations, a cup free policy, and finisher medals.
Trail race at Broemmelsiek Park offering 5 mile and 10 mile loop options with post-race music, beer for 21+, snacks and a bonfire.
A trail running event in St. Joseph, MO on Dec 19, 2026 offering 50k, 25k and 10k on marked bluff trails with aid stations and significant elevation gain.
A winter trail run series at Rockwoods Reservation across three dates, offering varied routes, chip timing, finisher medals, shirts and live course tracking.
January 2027
Celebrate the New Year at Cliff Cave County Park with the Doomsday 5k, the first trail foot race held at this St. Louis location.
A multi event weekend at Indian Camp Creek Park featuring 3.1 mile loops, hourly and continuous distance challenges to 100 miles, plus a 48 hour option.
January trail event at Creve Coeur Park with 1 Mile, 5K, 10K and half marathon options on mixed paved and non technical trails, plus post race hot drinks and music.
A winter trail run series at Rockwoods Reservation across three dates, offering varied routes, chip timing, finisher medals, shirts and live course tracking.
Trail endurance event at Beaumont Scout Reservation near High Ridge, MO offering distances from 25K to 100 miles with significant elevation gain.
Experience a timed trail challenge on a 4.15 mile loop at Sac River Mountain Bike Trails featuring various duration options from 1 to 12 hours.
A 15 km trail race at Indian Camp Creek Park on January 30, 2027, with a post race BBQ, beer for 21 plus, live music when weather permits, and finisher medals and photos.
February 2027
Test your endurance at the 963 Beulah Challenge, a technical night trail race offering 9, 6, and 3 hour timed options through the single track of Greensfelder County Park.
Trail ultramarathon at Maramec Spring Park offering distances from 5K to 100 miles, with aid stations, adaptive divisions, pacer rules, and finisher awards.