The Bluffs Trail Runs

MAY
2
2026
Trail races at Echo Bluffs State Park and Current River State Park near Eminence, MO, with marathon, half, 15k, 10k, 5k and youth events. Chip timed races, cupless aid policy, custom finisher shirts and handcrafted wooden medals for finishers.
Sat 2 May 2026
Marathon Half Marathon 15 kilometers 10 kilometers 5 kilometers

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The Bluffs Trail Runs

The Bluffs Trail Runs is a trail running event held at Echo Bluffs State Park and Current River State Park near Eminence, MO. The event offers multiple race options on natural single track and rolling trail terrain and uses chip timing.

Distances and event types:

  • Trail Marathon (two loops of the half marathon course)
  • Trail Marathon Relay (two-person relay on half marathon course)
  • Trail Half Marathon (follows the 15k course)
  • Trail Half Marathon Relay (two-person relay)
  • 15k (single track and 360 degree bluff views)
  • 10k (rolling hills near lodges and cabins)
  • 10k Youth Under 19 (ages 10 to 19)
  • 5k (running or hiking)
  • 5k Youth Under 19 (ages 9 to 19)
  • Elevated Youth 1M Little Bluffs Kid's Fun Run

The course descriptions note scenic views of bluffs, colorful vegetation, and sections along the Current River. Course maps and elevation profiles are available for each distance. The event is cupless so participants should bring a personal hydration vessel. Packet pickup is offered before race day and on race day. Finishers in the marathon, half, relay, 15k, 10k and 5k receive a custom tri blend shirt and a handcrafted wooden medal by Elevation Culture. All runners receive a reusable SAVR cup and race day photos are provided. Awards include handcrafted wooden trophies for top 1st to 3rd male and female and age group awards. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Marathon
Trail Marathon Relay
Marathon
Trail Marathon
Half Marathon
Trail Half Marathon Relay
Half Marathon
Trail Half Marathon
15 km
15k
10 km
10k
10 km
10k (youth Under 19)
5 km
5 km
5k (youth Under 19)
Elevated Youth 1m