Wilderness Run

Wilderness Run is a running race on November 14, 2026 in Kansas City, MO.

Date
November 14, 2026 (Race day is today)
Sport
Running

From the Organizer

Wilderness Run in Hodge Park Race Description
The 2026 Wilderness Run at beautiful Hodge Park in Kansas City, MO.

Saturday, November 14th

2-mile & 5-mile options available for runners and walkers
Check-in starts at 7:00am
Race Starts at 9:00am
The Wilderness Run is an enjoyable, but also challenging event. As a participant you will follow a well-marked 2- or 5-mile course leading you through Shoal Creek Historical Village, across fields, along wooded paths, up and down hills and more!

New 5 mile course this year with more single track trails; you will love it!

Not a big "runner"? No problem! Walkers/hikers are also welcome and encouraged to attend.


After finishing you are invited to fill your new Wilderness Run Mug with warm soup provided by our gracious volunteers and spend time basking in your glory around the campfires we'll have burning. BIG FUN!!

Events

5 Mile Run
2 Mile Run

Race-Day Forecast

Live forecast from the U.S. National Weather Service.

Race day

Saturday, 11/14

High

49°

Low

27°

Conditions

Mostly sunny

Chance of Rain

0%

Wind

3 to 7 mph

Sunrise 7:00 AMSunset 5:04 PMDaylight 10h 4m

About Kansas City, MO

Population

508,233

as of 2023

City Elevation

754 ft

Nearest Airport

MCI

Kansas City International Airport · 15 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

From Endurance Grid

A big city race. Expect multiple lodging options and plenty to do the day before.

Race Location

What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at Wilderness Run, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

Today

Race day is here

Race
Wilderness Run
Date
November 14, 2026

Get Ready for Race Day

Plan your training, log every workout, and track your progress all the way to race day in the Endurance Grid app.

The training calendar in the Endurance Grid app: the week plan and every day colored by sport
A Race Story in the Endurance Grid app: the finish photo and everyone who finished

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Wilderness Run?
Wilderness Run is a running race held in Kansas City, Missouri on November 14, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Wilderness Run?
Saturday, November 14, 2026 in Kansas City, Missouri at 7000 NE Barry Rd. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Wilderness Run?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Wilderness Run

Nov 14, 2026

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