Coyote Crawl 5K and Head for the Hills 10K

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Registration is now open for our 2025 Coyote Crawl 5K and Head for the Hills 10K! Enjoy a walk or run through Missouri's first Level III Arboretum (and one of only 52 in the world!) while surrounded by incredible fall foliage. The rolling hills of Bellefontaine's 314 acres will allow a greater appreciation of the 87,000 lives commemorated on the grounds of the oldest Garden Cemetery west of the Mississippi.

🌳 Historical Significance

• Founded: 1849
• Notable Figures: Includes Priscila Baltimore, General William Clark, Sarah Teasdale, and Adolphus Busch.
• Architecture: Features like the Wainwright Mausoleum and historic Hotchkiss Chapel.
• Nature: A diverse collection of close to 10,000 trees and shrub varieties can be found throughout the grounds.

🗓️ Event Details

In-Person 5K/10K - Saturday, November 1, 2025

• Check-In: 7:45 a.m. - 8:25 a.m.
• Race Start: 8:30 a.m.
• Registration Includes: A race shirt and commemorative race medal.
• Packet Pickup: On race morning only from 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

🚫 Restrictions

For the safety of race participants, bicycles will not be permitted in the race.

🌍 Virtual Participation

Virtual 5K/10K - complete your walk/run on your own turf anytime between October 28 through November 2, 2025.

• Registration Includes: A race shirt and commemorative race medal.

💖 Support the Community

Proceeds from the race support the Friends of Bellefontaine and benefit the Cemetery’s community support programs like Angels Rest, historic preservation, and educational tours.

🔗 Learn More

Learn more about our Coyote Crawl 5K and Head for the Hills 10K and register now for an in-person or virtual experience!