Babler Bongo 15K Trail Race/15K RUCK
Babler State Park
800 Guy Park Rd,
Wildwood, MO 63005
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
We will be accepting onsite/race day registrations for Babler Bongo 15K Trail Race/15K RUCK!
Race Day Registration - $110.00
*NO SWAG* - Swag ONLY if sizes are available
*CASH ONLY*
Race day/onsite registration will begin at 7:30AM on October 24, 2026!
*Included in your RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Free Digital Race Photo Downloads
Custom Finisher Medal/Custom Finisher Rucking Patch
Grab & Go Post-Race Snack and Beverage!
RACE DAY REGISTRATION
We will be accepting onsite/race day registrations for Babler Bongo 15K Trail Race/15K RUCK!
Race Day Registration - $110.00
*NO SWAG* - Swag ONLY if sizes are available
*CASH ONLY*
Race day/onsite registration will begin at 7:30AM on October 24, 2026!
*Included in your RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Free Digital Race Photo Downloads
Custom Finisher Medal/Custom Finisher Rucking Patch
Grab & Go Post-Race Snack and Beverage!
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Babler Bongo 15K Trail Race/15K RUCK is a great introduction to trail racing for beginners as well as a challenge to test their speed for the more experienced trail runners. The race start/finish will be at the Guy Park Trailhead/Pavilion in Dr. Edmond A. Babler Memorial State Park.
The Babler Bongo 15K Trail Race/15K RUCK is a loop course connecting Dogwood, Woodbine, Hawthorn and Equestrian trails at Babler State Park. The loop has a cumulative elevation gain of 1,350 feet.
The course offers a challenging terrain ranging from steep grade to rolling hills, rocks, roots and creek crossings that will make for a fairly challenging loop course.
START TIME, TIME LIMIT & CHECK-IN
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Start Time: 8:30AM
Check In and Packet Pick Up: 7:30AM - 8:15AM at Babler State Park/Parking Lot by the Swimming Pool
Cutoff time - 3.30 Hours
You can hike that Sh$t!
Other cut-off times to note that will be strictly enforced are as follows:
All runners must be checked OUT of the out/back loop at 7-ish Miles prior to 11:15 AM on their way back to the start/finish.
Out/Back Loop Cut-Off - 2.45 Hours
*Volunteers will be stationed at the Out/Back Loop*
*Please note if a runner is unable to make the above listed cut-off times at the they will not be allowed to continue on the course*
For more information on Terrain Trail Runners -STL general race polices and withdrawal/refund policies. Please see the FAQ page.
All other race specific information will be emailed after online race registration closes on UltraSignup!
All other race specific information will be emailed after online race registration closes on UltraSignup!
General Babler Bongo 15K Trail Race/15K RUCK race specific information:
AID STATIONS
There will be one aid station with water available on the course, located approximately 6 miles into the loop. It will be positioned just before the start of the lollipop section. Volunteers will be present at the station, but please note that only water will be provided.
This is a CUP FREE event so be sure to run with a handheld or hydration vest and carry a collapsible cup with you for water.
SWAG, AWARDS & POST RACE
*New: Opt-Out of Swag and Plant a Tree!
READ MORE HERE
Included In Your Online Race Registration:
Custom Cotton/Poly Lifestyle T-shirt - Unisex Sizes
**DEADLINE FOR GUARANTEED SWAG WITH YOUR REGISTRATION IS October 4, 2026**
FREE Digital Race Photo Downloads
All 15K Trail Race finishers will receive a custom medal
All 15K RUCK finishers will receive a custom Rucking patch
Overall awards for top male, female and non-binary performers ONLY for Babler Bongo 15K Trail Race and Babler Bongo 15K RUCK.
A $50 credit towards anyone of the Terrain Trail Runners races! **$50 Credit Valid from October 24, 2026 - October 24, 2027.
POST RACE
Grab & Go Post-Race Snack and Beverage!
*Post snacks and Beverages are for RUNNERS and VOLUNTEERS Only*
