1900 Blue Ridge Rd, Columbia MO
Saturday, October 24th, 2026
Race Overview
- Event: Bear Creek Half Marathon
- Date: 2026-10-24
- Location: 1900 Blue Ridge Rd, Columbia, MO
- Website: Bear Creek Run
Race Highlights
- Experience: A favorite race in Mid-Missouri for over 10 years.
- Scenic Route: Enjoy the beautiful course along the Bear Creek Trail.
- Support: Encouraging volunteers and aid stations every mile to mile-and-a-half.
- Awards: Unique awards by local artists, along with finisher medals and great race shirts.
Course Details
- Distance: 13.1 miles, starting and finishing at Albert-Oakland Park.
- Terrain: 80 percent gravel trail.
- Significant Point: “Inspiration Hill” to motivate runners as they approach the halfway point.
- Course Marking: Well-marked course to guide participants.
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Course Map
Train for this race
Find a local run club
Run clubs in Columbia, MO host weekly group runs — a great way to prep for race day.
