Wild in the Woods - 5 & 10 mile Trail Race
Updated
Saturday, December 5, 2026, first start 9:00 AM, in Defiance (1795 Hwy Dd). Distances: 5 miles, 10 miles. Entry from $39 to $49; the 10 miles goes from $49 to $54 after November 24.
Course and race notes
The 6th annual Wild in the Woods Trail Race will take place at the beautiful Broemmelsiek Park in St. Charles County on December 5th, 2026.
Signup for 5 or 10 miles of the flattest, fastest, and most beautiful single track in Missouri. Join us after your race for live music, a free beer (21 ), and great vibes!
In the organizer's words, from the race's own listing.
Race details
Date
Saturday, December 5
2026 · in 28 days
Start time
9:00 AM
Earliest wave
Course
Trail
Dirt or single-track on at least part of the course
Distances
5 miles10 miles
Price
$39 to $49
Plus the platform's processing fee
10 miles goes up after Tue Nov 24 (in 17 days)
Registration
Open
Online signup closes Sat Dec 5 (in 28 days)
Opened May 17, 2026
Race day in Defiance
Weather
47° / 28°F
Typical high and low for December 5, with a 27% chance of rain.
NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals, Weldon Spring NWS, MO (6.5 mi away). Averages, not a forecast; a forecast appears here a week out.
Daylight
7:05 AM – 4:42 PM
Sunrise and sunset on Saturday.
Calculated for the race location.
Near the start
Pin from the race's listed address. The start line can differ; check the race website for the course map. Directions
Parking
11 public lots and garages within 0.6 mi, the nearest 0.3 mi away.
Nearest public restroom: 0.3 mi from the start.
Distances are straight-line from the race address. Check the race website for official parking.
Plan your trip
For the night before, Fri Dec 4
Where to stay
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Trip cost
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Race entry starts at the lowest listed price, before the platform's fee.