Big River Unpaved

🏞️ Big River Unpaved Overview

Have you considered getting into trail running or hiking, but didn’t know where to start, or were apprehensive about venturing out onto the trails alone? Big River Unpaved is a FREE, fun, friendly, and first-class training program for runners and walkers of all abilities. This program is geared for people new to hiking or trail running, looking for a fun, social, and supportive atmosphere in which to venture out into the outdoors. Our trail excursions will be supported by guides who will help you “stay found” and share knowledge about trail etiquette and technique. Our trail excursions will help make hitting the trails more comfortable and accessible by providing comradery and education in a fun, social, and supportive atmosphere.

This program is FREE! So get ready to lace up your trail shoes and get outside!

📅 Event Details

• Weekly excursions: Weekly trail excursions on Sunday mornings at various locations throughout the St. Louis metro area. (Some of these trails will be a 30+ minute drive from the city and mid-county. The location schedule will be shared with registered participants.) The spring season also includes Thursday evening trail outings.
• Email updates: Weekly email newsletter to keep you informed.
• Beginner-friendly: Designed for those new to trail running and hiking.
• Guided support: Experienced Trail Guides to share motivation and advice (and help you “stay found”).

👥 Participation Guidelines

• Age requirements: For safety reasons we can't accommodate unaccompanied minors. Those under 18 must be accompanied by (running/hiking with) their guardian for the duration of any trail excursion.
• Hiking pace: Our Hike Guides will generally maintain a pace faster than 2.5mph or 24:00/mile. Participants desiring to hike slower are welcome to attend but may be hiking without Guide support.
• Rucking: Ruckers welcome!

🔗 Additional Information

For more information, visit https://www.bigriverrunning.com/run/unpaved/.

📍 Event Location

The event will take place on 2025-10-26 at 13969 Manchester Road, Saint Louis, MO.

📍 Registration

Sign up for the race at Big River Unpaved Registration.