THE BLUFFS TRAIL RUNS TRAIL MARATHON | HALF MARATHON | HALF MARATHON | 15K | 10K | 5K The trail running experience you don't want to miss. Located in the most beautiful state parks in Missouri Echo Bluffs State Park and Current River State Parks. We offer something for the experienced trail runner to your first time running or hiking the trails. TRAIL MARATHON follows the Half Marathon course taking you through Echo Bluffs State Park through Current River State park and back to the finish. You complete the Half Marathon Course x2. TRAIL HALF MARATHON follows the 15k course taking you through Echo Bluffs State Park through Current River State park and back to the finish. Nail your next Trail Half Marathon or enjoy the journey with Missouri's most scenic Half Marathon. 15k is a beautiful courses taking you through Echo Bluffs State Park through Current River State park and back to the finish. This 15k course give you the most spectacular areas of the parks with 360 degree views of the bluffs, single track trail, colorful vegetation, and the current river. 10K course offers stunning views of the rolling hills with fast enjoyable trails near the beautiful Lodges and cabins in Echo Bluffs State Park. 5K is a great distance to get your feet on the trails and enjoy nature by running or hiking. Little Bluffs 1 Mile Kid's Fun Run bring the kiddos, run with them for a 1 Mile Fun Fun. All kid's receive a medal, bib, and special gift. We are a CUPLESS event. Please make sure to bring some form of hydration vessel for your event.
AWARDS HANDCRAFTED WOODEN AWARDS by Elevation Culture MARATHON | HALF MARATHON | 15K | 10K | 5K 1st-3rd Male/Female
26.2 Miles: Finisher T-Shirt or ECRS Cup
13.1 Miles: Finisher T-Shirt or ECRS Cup
9.3 Miles: Finisher T-Shirt or ECRS Cup
6.2 Miles: Finisher T-Shirt or ECRS Cup
3.1 Miles: Finisher T-Shirt or ECRS Cup
1 Miles: Kid's Fun Run T-Shirt or ECRS Cup
| Distance | Price | Opens | Closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26.2 Miles | $115.00 | May 7 | Dec 31 |
| $125.00 | Dec 31 | Apr 30 | |
| 13.1 Miles | $85.00 | May 7 | Dec 31 |
| $95.00 | Dec 31 | Apr 30 | |
| 9.3 Miles | $65.00 | May 7 | Dec 31 |
| $75.00 | Dec 31 | Apr 30 | |
Interested in this race?
| 6.2 Miles |
| $55.00 |
| May 7 |
| Dec 31 |
| $65.00 | Dec 31 | Apr 30 |
| 3.1 Miles | $40.00 | May 7 | Dec 31 |
| $45.00 | Dec 31 | Apr 30 |
| 1 Miles | $15.00 | May 7 | Apr 30 |
PLEASE arrive no later than ONE hour before your race start time if you are doing same day race bib and packet pick up. If you have picked up your packet already, and only need to check-in, please show up no later than 15 minutes before your race start time. *THIS IS A CHIP TIMED EVENT SATURDAY MAY 1ST, 2027 [ PACKET PICK UP BEGINS ] Time 5:30am CDT [ PRE-RACE START 6:55AM ] Marathon | Half Marathon Start Time 7:00am CDT [ PRE-RACE START 7:25AM ] 15k Start Time 7:30am CDT [ PRE-RACE START 7:55AM
OPTION #1 : Pre-Race Packet Pick Up: Friday 4/30/27 4:00pm-6:00pm at the Start/Finish (Bluff Top Pavilion) Echo Bluff State Park OPTION #2: Race Day Packet Pick Up: Will be available. Early Check in begins at 5:30 am. Please arrive 30-45 minutes prior to your start time to check in. You will receive your bib, finisher shirt, race swag.