OMRR's Run for the Ranch
Run for the Ranch: a flat, certified half in Springfield, MO, with loyal repeat runners.
Race Date
Dec 19, 2026
Location
Springfield, MO
Quick facts
- Date
- Saturday, December 19, 2026
- Location
- Springfield, Missouri
- Distance
- Half marathon (13.1 mi)
- Course
- Point to Point
- Terrain
- Road
- USATF certified
- Not listed
- Finishers on record
- 3,334
Highlights
Good For
Atmosphere
Course
The Experience
The Run for the Ranch half marathon in Springfield, Missouri, has been a staple for 21 editions, drawing about 98 runners each year from roughly 12 states. The course is a USATF-certified point-to-point on road, with essentially zero elevation gain — as flat as they come. That makes it a prime target for personal bests, and the cold, windy November weather (averaging 37–53°F) adds a touch of grit.
With a loyal 26% of runners returning year after year, the atmosphere is unmistakably local. The small field keeps things low-key and friendly, and the event also offers a marathon, relay, 5K, and 1-mile, making it a family-friendly outing. The first 200 registrants receive a shirt, a simple but appreciated token.
For those seeking a fast finish to the season, this flat half delivers a straightforward, community-driven race experience.
Race-provided description
Featuring a 6-hour Endurance Run, Marathon & Relay, Half Marathon, 5K, and 1-Mile race; RFTR has something for everyone! Plus, it's one of your last chances for a marathon before the end of the year!
Logistics
Race Day
Saturday, December 19, 2026
Start Time
8:00 AM
Giveaway
T-Shirt
Start Location
MSU Parking Lot #22, Springfield, MO, 65804
Course Info
Course Type
Point to Point
Terrain
road
Difficulty
Ultra-Flat
Quality Score
Runner Favorite8421 years running
~201 finishers a year
growing or steady
25% returning runners
USATF certified · 6 timing sources
runners from 12 states
winner 1:15:24
typical high 51°F
Race Day Weather
5-year historical avgStart (Low)
30°
Afternoon (High)
49°
Cool conditions — dress in layers, perfect for fast times
0.1"
Precipitation
12 mph
Wind
68%
Humidity
Historical Finish Times
How 3,334 finishers actually crossed the line across 21 years.
Most recent
2025
Total finishers
3,334
Median time
2:09:13
Latest turnout
103
States
42
Turnout by year
2018–2025
Hover the histogram to inspect specific finish times.
Race Photos
Frequently asked
When is the OMRR's Run for the Ranch?
The OMRR's Run for the Ranch is held on Saturday, December 19, 2026, starting at 8:00 AM.
Where does the OMRR's Run for the Ranch take place?
It takes place in Springfield, Missouri.
What distances does the OMRR's Run for the Ranch offer?
The half marathon (13.1 miles).
Is the OMRR's Run for the Ranch course flat and good for a PR?
The OMRR's Run for the Ranch is a ultra-flat, point to point course.
How many people run the OMRR's Run for the Ranch?
HalfRuns has finish records for 3,334 runners who have completed the OMRR's Run for the Ranch.
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