Wild in the Woods 5 Mile and 10 Mile Trail Race
Defiance, Missouri, United States
Dec 5, 2026 - Saturday
10mi, 8k/5mi
Race Information
The Wild in the Woods Trail Race happens at Broemmelsiek Park and has options for a 5-mile or 10-mile distance. Post Race offerings include: a fire pit, snacks, live music, and a complimentary beer (21+ only). The race will be the second race in the Big River Trail Series – a competition in which points are tallied for runners that participate in 3 of the 6 events including the Wild in the Woods 5 mile or 10 mile, Skippo 10k, Skippo Half Marathon or Skippo 30k, and the Castlewood Cup 15k.
Related Events
The Skippo Trail Race
Date: Oct 31-Nov 1, 2026 - Saturday to Sunday
Size: 500 - 1,000 participants
Location: Ballwin, Missouri
Wild in the Woods 5 Mile and 10 Mile Trail Race
Date: Dec 5, 2026 - Saturday
Size: 500 - 1,000 participants
Location: Defiance, Missouri
Castlewood Cup 15k Trail Race
Date: Jan 30, 2027 - Saturday
Size: 500 - 1,000 participants
Location: Ballwin, Missouri
Innsbrook Half-Marathon and 10k
Date: Oct, 2027 (TBD)
Size: 500 - 1,000 participants
Location: Innsbrook, Missouri
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Race Facts
Race Size: 500 - 1,000
Elevation: Fast and Flat
Course Type: Trail
Boston Qualifier: No
Kids Run: No
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