Frisco Railroad Run
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Frisco Railroad Run
The Frisco Railroad Run is an annual event organized by Ozark Mountain Ridge Runners (OMRR) that offers multiple race distances on a rail to trail course. Distances offered include:
- 50-Mile
- 50K
- Marathon (26.2)
- Half Marathon (13.1)
- 8K
All races are out-and-back on the Frisco Highline Trail. Each distance is USATF certified and the marathon is a Boston qualifier. The event starts and finishes in Willard, Missouri, and follows a flat, scenic rail trail that connects Springfield to Bolivar over a 35 mile corridor. The trail has about 3% total elevation gain along its length and includes several railroad bridges. Ozark Greenways manages the trail and is the main beneficiary of event proceeds.
Course amenities include stocked aid stations with water, electrolytes, soda, gels, fruit, and restrooms. Drop bag service is provided for 50-Mile and 50K participants, and gear check is available for all distances. Packet pick-up is available before the event and on race day for out-of-town participants at the middle school location. Parking and portable toilets are provided at the school parking lot. Alcohol is not allowed at the school or on the trail.
Finishers receive event swag: ultra finishers receive a belt buckle, marathon/half/8K finishers receive a medal, and every registrant receives a shirt (shirt guarantee for registrations by April 9). Overall, masters, grand masters, and age group awards are distributed per published categories. The event is produced by OMRR, a not-for-profit founded in 1978, and relies on volunteers; volunteers receive event swag. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
