River Bluff Trails Fest returns Nov. 7
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- The event favorite among outdoor runners and bike riders returns this weekend, and organizers say it's bigger and better than ever.
The River Bluff Trails Fest, taking place Saturday, November 7, returns with numerous activities expected to run throughout the day. Multiple activities support the fest's mission to show the different ways area locals can enjoy St. Joseph's River Bluff's trail system.
"Mainly just because there's something for everybody out there. You know, you don't have to be a racer," said Blake Hoppe of Horizon Cycling, a presenting sponsor of the event. "You don't have to be a crazy-fast trail runner. If you just want to go out and experience the fall colors, experience nature, and an amazing trail system".
The lineup of events is as follows, according to the event page:
9:00 AM — 5K/10K Sign‑In & Registration - Shake out the legs, grab a coffee, pretend you trained.
9:30 AM — 5K/10K Race - Same loop as last year. Awards to follow!
10:00 AM — Nature Hike with Annie & Emily - Friendly pace, beautiful views, and two of the best outdoor guides around.
10:30 AM — 1st Ever River Bluffs Ruck with Matt! Hiking with a weighted backpack, a simple, effective, and social way to build fitness while enjoying the outdoors.
11:00 AM–1:00 PM — Puppy Preview - Friends of the Animal Shelter is bringing adoptable pups. Come meet your new best friend(s).
Noon — Enduro JAM Sign‑In - Time to get ready for downhill glory.
12:30–3:30 PM — Enduro JAM - Get as many runs as you can — your fastest downhill time counts. Send it.
2:00 PM — Group Rides with Matt & Blake - Cruise the bluffs with two guys who know every twist and turn.
3:30 PM — Enduro JAM Last Run - Must be across the start line before 3:30. Return to the trailhead for awards.
4:00 PM — Enduro JAM Awards - Celebrate the speed demons.
4:30 PM — Huffy Toss - Fan favorite. Whoever throws the Huffy the furthest wins a “new bike.”
5:00 PM — Chimney Fest - Hot dogs, s’mores, jams, firelight, and friends. The perfect way to end another amazing Trails Fest.
The River Bluff Trails area is at 4101 Huntoon Road in St. Joseph.
For more information on this event, click here. To register for the events listed above, click here.
