The Bluffs Trail Runs

Echo Bluffs State Park
34489 Echo Bluff Drive
Eminence, MO US 65466

All FINISHER'S of the Half Marathon | Relay | 15k |10K | 5K will receive a custom super soft tri-blend shirt (unisex) a handcrafted wooden medal all designed

by ELEVATION CULTURE.

FREE RACE DAY PHOTOS

• LAST DAY to register to guarantee a FINISHER SHIRT is APRIL 19, 2025.

2024 DESIGN SHOWN..... 2025 DESIGN COMING SOON.....

                                                                                                                                                                     

     CUSTOM DESIGN Race Bib

 

 

ALL RUNNERS receive a custom Reusable Cup by SAVR Cup

(2 STYLES TO CHOICE FROM)

* LAST DAY to register to guarantee a FINISHER SHIRT/MEDAL is April 15th, 2024.

KID'S 1 MILE FUN RUN receive a custom FINISHER MEDAL

BONUS GIFT
ALL REGISTERED RUNNERS RECEIVE A FREE TRAINING PLAN FROM OUR OFFICIAL TRAINING PARTNER

IGNITE FITNESS AND PERFORMANCE

Jefferson City, MO

Our Kid's Fun Run just got ELEVATED

All 1-2 Mile Kid's Fun Run Runners will receive a Custom ELEVATED YOUTH soft T-shirt, Custom Bib, and Custom Finisher Medal

Give your race weekend a chance to EXPLORE beautiful Echo Bluffs State Park with scenic LODGING AND CAMPING OPTIONS.

RECOMMENDED CAMPING SITES
ECHO BLUFFS STATE PARK |  START/FINISH

https://icampmo1.usedirect.com/MSPWeb/

 

BETTY LEA LODGE |  START/FINISH

RESERVE SPOT

 

BETTY LEA CABINS |  START/FINISH

RESERVE SPOT

You can visit ELEVATION CULTURE'S webpage for an interactive map and other details.

https://www.elevationculture.com/bluffstrailruns

Download the Course Map to your phone and follow along by downloading the Plotaroute Mobile App.

https://www.plotaroute.com/mobileapp

TRAIL RATING | TERRAIN

 

Please note that this is a CUPLESS event, so make sure to bring some form of hydration vessel the day of! 

Full Aid Station will be supplied with typical eats for this level of race: GU, Blocks, soda, some salty, sweet, and chewy snacks at the Half Marathon, 10K, 15k, 5K aid stations. The 50K aid stations will have turkey/ham wraps, avocados, fruit, and other heavier "snacks". We will of course have water and some electrolyte replenishment. If you have dietary or allergy restrictions please make sure that you are prepared with your own snacks as needed.

**Please note that each aid station has approximate mileage based on mapping programs, and may differ a bit from each person's watch, app, or other tracking devices. 

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 3RD, 2025

 

[ PACKET PICK UP BEGINS ]
 Time 5:30am CDT

[ PRE-RACE START 6:55AM ]

Half Marathon/Relay Start Time 7:00am CDT

[ PRE-RACE START 7:25AM ]
15k Start Time 7:30am CDT

[ PRE-RACE START 7:55AM ]
10k Mile Start Time 8:00am CDT
[ PRE-RACE START 8:25AM ]
5k Mile Start Time 8:30am CDT

Little Bluffs Kid's 1 Mile Fun Run 9:00am CDT
[ AWARD/RAFFLE CEREMONY 11:30am CDT]

[ COURSE CLOSES 1:00pm CDT ]

 

OPTION #1: Pre-Race Packet Pick Up: Friday 4/26/24 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.

​*If you pick up your packet prior to race day, you must still check in at the starting table to ensure that we know that you are on the course that day. 

 

RELAX

Kick back at our private Pavilion and Elevated Camp with a cold beverage from Best Day Brewing , Yerba Mate, BBQ, and games.

RECOVER

Recover right with post race Ice Bath from Peak N, Massage Recovery Tools, Recovery boots from Relax Air.

 ENJOY

Live Results, Music, friends new and old.

 

RELAX | RECOVER | ENJOY

Enjoy post race beverages by our Series Partners, Food Truck, Games, Music, and Community in our ELEVATED CAMP

AWARDS

HANDCRAFTED WOODEN AWARDS by Elevation Culture

HALF MARATHON | 15K | 10K | 5K

1st-3rd Male/Female

 

Can't join us to RUN this year? Please consider giving back to our amazing community of runners, friends, and athletes.

Join our EC RACE CREW: Paid Key Positions ($20.00 hr) Include:

Lead Volunteer Coordinator | Aid Station Captains | Course Sweepers | Merch Tent | Medical Lead

VOLUNTEERS receive amazing PERKS for giving back:

FREE RACE ENTRY to our Elevation Culture Race Series, Sponsor Swag and Discounts: 

The Bluffs Trail Runs is part of the Elevation Culture Race Series presented by Elevation Culture

Check out their full series of events across the USA

Visit our Website for a truly Elevated Experience: https://www.elevationculture.com/

 

Come SHOP with us for gear both before and after the race: https://www.elevationculture.com/shop

ADDITIONAL RACE INFORMATION
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Additional Race Information available such as interactive course maps, downloadable gpx files & etc. can be found at:

https://www.elevationculture.com/bluffstrailruns

*2023 RACE DAY PHOTOS WILL BE POSTED HERE

PROVIDED BY: John Kelly Photos

HERE

CAN I DROP DOWN A DISTANCE? Yes, you can drop down in distance the weeks leading up to race day and at race registration the morning of the race. 

WHEN WILL INFORMATION ABOUT THE RACE BE SENT OUT? Race Day information will be sent out the Friday before race week or 10 days from race day. View, our website for all course related information.

CAN I BUY/SWAP BIBS WITH A FRIEND? You, can only swap a bib if you contact the Event Director.

ARE THERE REFUNDS? No, there are no refunds. Please refer to our Refund/Deferral Policies on our website.

IS THIS A CUP LESS RACE? Yes, cups will not be provided at this sustainably conscious event.

ARE THERE DROP BAGS? No, drop bags are not allowed at aid stations.

ARE THERE BATHROOMS ON COURSE? We provide Port-a-Toilets at the Start Finish ONLY.

ARE THERE AWARDS? Yes, awards will be giving out to the top 1st, 2nd, 3rd Male/Female runners in the  Half Marathon | 15k | 10k | 5k. Age Group awards for 1st-3rd in each age category.

ARE DOGS ALLOWED? No, Pets are allowed at this event.

ARE PACERS ALLOWED? No, pacers are not allowed at this event. You may be disqualified from the race if this is observed by are race staff.

CAN I SIGN UP ON RACE DAY? Yes, there will be day of registration. We except cash, credit, and debit. (no checks) * You are not guaranteed a shirt/medal.

WHEN WILL RESULTS BE POSTED? Our timing company will have live results to view. Official results will be available 2-4 days post race.

WHEN WILL PHOTOS BE POSTED? Race Day photos will be available for purchase 5-10 days post race.

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