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Backyard Ultras: Race Calendar, Live Tracking and Results

Backyard ultras send runners around a 4.167-mile (6.706-kilometer) loop every hour until one runner completes a final yard alone. This collection tracks notable races with current start dates, official links, live tracking, and results when available. The date shown is the official start, not a prediction of when the competition will end.

Showing all 71 races in this collection. Updated August 2026.

Notable race guides: Big Dog's Backyard Ultra, Last Soul Ultra, Dead Cow Gully Backyard Ultra, and BPN Go One More Ultra.

  1. Backyard ÅsSaturday, August 29, 2026Ås, NorwayBackyard ultraBackyard Ås builds a large Norwegian endurance gathering around hourly 6.7 km yards, student pricing, and an accessible sports-centre base near Oslo.Results
  2. Austria Backyard Ultra Kirchdorf in TirolSaturday, September 19, 2026Kirchdorf in Tirol, AustriaBackyard ultraAustria Backyard Ultra Kirchdorf runs a flat 6.706-kilometer riverside yard every hour, keeping crews close while the last runner standing decides the end.
  3. Muruvik Backyard UltraSaturday, September 19, 2026Malvik, NorwayBackyard ultraMuruvik repeats a flat 6.7 km path between Muruvik and Hommelvik, pairing record-friendly terrain with one of Norway's largest backyard fields.
  4. Lisboa Backyard UltraSaturday, September 26, 2026Lisbon, PortugalBackyard ultraLisboa Backyard Ultra turns Monsanto Forest Park into an hourly 6.706 km proving ground, combining city access with a wooded endurance setting.
  6. Infinity Trail Backyard Île d'AixFriday, October 2, 2026Île-d'Aix, FranceBackyard ultraInfinity Trail Île d'Aix sends hourly yards around a car-light Atlantic island, mixing coastal tracks, sand, roads, bridges, and historic walls.
  7. Big Dog's Backyard UltraSaturday, October 17, 2026Bell Buckle, TennesseeBackyard ultraThe original backyard ultra alternates global team and individual championships on Laz Lake's Tennessee course, where every hour demands another yard.
  8. Big Dog's Satellite Championships: Team AustraliaSaturday, October 17, 2026Perth, AustraliaBackyard ultraAustralia's satellite championship brings a 15-runner national field to Perth for hourly yards across trail, grass, and asphalt under the bell.
  9. Big Dog's Satellite Championships: Team BelgiumSaturday, October 17, 2026Retie, BelgiumBackyard ultraTeam Belgium returns to Retie for a 15-runner satellite championship shaped by hourly strategy, team scoring, and deep-yard ambition on forest paths.
  10. Big Dog's Satellite Championships: Team CanadaSaturday, October 17, 2026CanadaBackyard ultraCanada's satellite championship assembles a 15-runner national team for synchronized hourly yards, collective scoring, and a national title.
  12. Big Dog's Satellite Championships: Team FranceSaturday, October 17, 2026FranceBackyard ultraFrance's 15-runner satellite team contests an open-ended sequence of hourly yards, balancing national scoring with last-runner survival for the crown.
  13. Big Dog's Satellite Championships: Team GermanySaturday, October 17, 2026Simmerath, GermanyBackyard ultraGermany's national satellite championship shifts between day and night yards in Simmerath as 15 runners build a shared team score for the global table.
  14. Big Dog's Satellite Championships: Team GreeceSaturday, October 17, 2026Argostoli, GreeceBackyard ultraGreece's national championship brings 15 selected runners to Kefalonia for hourly trail-and-tarmac yards and synchronized team scoring on an island course.
  15. Big Dog's Satellite Championships: Team JapanSaturday, October 17, 2026JapanBackyard ultraJapan's selected backyard team joins the synchronized global championship, chasing cumulative yards, a national title, and the road to Big's.
  16. Big Dog's Satellite Championships: Team NetherlandsSaturday, October 17, 2026Leersum, NetherlandsBackyard ultraThe Netherlands fields 15 selected runners in Leersum, where a repeated hourly yard feeds both the Dutch score and the national-title race outright.
  18. Big Dog's Satellite Championships: Team South AfricaSaturday, October 17, 2026Potchefstroom, South AfricaBackyard ultraSouth Africa's selected team gathers near Potchefstroom for hourly yards at Lekwena Wildlife Estate and a shared global championship score over many hours.
  19. Big Dog's Satellite Championships: Team SpainSaturday, October 17, 2026Cartagena, SpainBackyard ultraSpain's national team races low-climb gravel-and-asphalt yards in Cartagena, combining individual attrition with synchronized country scoring.
  20. Big Dog's Satellite Championships: Team SwedenSaturday, October 17, 2026Bromölla, SwedenBackyard ultraSweden's 15-runner national squad meets in Bromölla for repeating hourly yards, team points, and the individual last-runner title through autumn darkness.
  22. Austria Backyard Ultra Thüringen/VorarlbergSaturday, October 24, 2026Thüringen, AustriaBackyard ultraVorarlberg's Austria Backyard Ultra repeats a 6.706-kilometer yard every hour from Thüringen, continuing through the night until one runner remains.
  23. Chartreuse Backyard UltraFriday, October 30, 2026Saint-Laurent-du-Pont, FranceBackyard ultraChartreuse Backyard repeats a flat riverside 6.706 km yard beneath the mountains, making a fast French silver race built for deep totals in cool weather.
  24. Endure the Moor Backyard UltraSaturday, October 31, 2026Newcastle upon Tyne, United KingdomBackyard ultraEndure the Moor brings the backyard format to Newcastle's Town Moor, repeating a mixed 4.167-mile loop every hour until only one runner can answer the bell.
  25. Arrowtown Backyard UltraSaturday, November 7, 2026Arrowtown, New ZealandBackyard ultraArrowtown Backyard Ultra uses a scenic 6.71 km figure-eight beside the Arrow River and Bush Creek, with a compact historic town as its race base.
  26. Golspie Backyard UltraSaturday, November 7, 2026Golspie, United KingdomBackyard ultraGolspie Backyard Ultra circles woodland, coast and castle grounds every hour, with a cold-season Scottish course that continues until one runner remains.
  27. Race for DFLSaturday, November 7, 2026Winchendon, MassachusettsBackyard ultraRace for DFL makes last place the goal on a 4.167-mile Massachusetts farm yard, mixing trail, gravel, grass, a bonfire, and community aid in one loop.
  28. Weserbergland Backyard UltraSaturday, November 7, 2026Höxter, GermanyBackyard ultraWeserbergland Backyard Ultra repeats a paved 6.706-kilometer loop from Höxter-Lütmarsen every hour until one runner alone completes a final yard.
  29. BigFoot BackYard Ultra ChandigarhSaturday, November 14, 2026Chandigarh, IndiaBackyard ultraBigFoot Chandigarh brings the last-runner-standing format to the Shivalik foothills, with hourly 6.706 km yards and a developing Indian series.
  30. God's Own Backyard Ultra FallSaturday, November 14, 2026Leeds, United KingdomBackyard ultraGod's Own Backyard Fall mixes Yorkshire canal, field, and woodland yards by day before shifting to a relentless tarmac towpath after dark near Leeds.
  31. Backyard Ultra Last Samurai Standing TokyoSaturday, November 21, 2026Hachioji, JapanBackyard ultraLast Samurai Standing Tokyo repeats a forest-road 6.706 km yard from Takao Green Center, pairing a tiny field with cold overnight running near Mount Takao.
  32. Margalla Backyard UltraSaturday, December 5, 2026Islamabad, PakistanBackyard ultraMargalla Backyard Ultra brings an open-ended 6.7 km yard to Islamabad's F-9 Park, combining a runnable circuit with Pakistan's growing trail scene.
  33. The Aussie Alpine BackyarderThursday, December 31, 2026Falls Creek, AustraliaBackyard ultraThe Aussie Alpine Backyarder climbs through Falls Creek on hourly 6.71 km yards, pairing New Year's energy with altitude and 210 metres of gain.
  34. Dizzy Horse, A Winter Backyard UltraFriday, January 8, 2027Idaho Falls, IdahoBackyard ultraA true winter backyard ultra in Idaho Falls, mixing horse track, desert, dirt, grass and pavement with heated indoor transition space beside the fairgrounds.Results
  35. Cretan Backyard UltraSaturday, January 16, 2027Voritsi, GreeceBackyard ultraGreece's original backyard ultra pairs a playful village-and-trail day yard with a smoother night loop and a communal base in rural Crete near Heraklion.Results
  36. MAD Backyard UltraSaturday, January 16, 2027East Ridge, TennesseeBackyard ultraA flat 4.167-mile circuit through Camp Jordan Park makes this East Ridge backyard approachable early, while the hourly resets punish late pacing.Results
  37. The Longbridge 100 Backyard Ultra (Winter)Friday, January 22, 2027Litlington, United KingdomBackyard ultraChalk, flint and gravel farm tracks stack about 180 meters of climbing every 6.78-kilometer yard, turning this winter backyard into a steep test.
  38. Saguaro Showdown Backyard UltraSaturday, January 23, 2027Mesa, ArizonaBackyard ultraA desert backyard ultra at Usery Mountain, with 4.1667-mile trail day yards, a road loop after dark and a separate last-runner-standing field.Results
  39. PZ Backyard UltraFriday, January 29, 2027Pérez Zeledón, Costa RicaBackyard ultraPZ Backyard Ultra pairs a 6.706-kilometer hourly loop with a 48-hour ceiling in Costa Rica, starting at sunset and ending at 200 miles on the clock.
  40. Big Wolf's Backyard ArcticSaturday, January 30, 2027Lévis, CanadaBackyard ultraHard-packed snow, deep winter cold and a warm indoor base define this Lévis backyard, where runners restart a 6.706-kilometer loop each hour.
  41. Death at DuPuisSaturday, February 6, 2027Canal Point, FloridaBackyard ultraFlat South Florida loops switch from grassy singletrack by day to gravel at night, with heat, humidity and a Bronze Ticket adding to the pressure.Results
  42. India Backyard UltraSaturday, February 13, 2027Gurugram, IndiaBackyard ultraIndia's original backyard returns near Gurugram with separate day and night yards, rewarding heat management, patient pacing, and adaptable gear.Results
  43. The Furnace Backyard UltraSaturday, February 20, 2027Dalby, AustraliaBackyard ultraFull summer exposure and a nearly flat 6.706-kilometer loop leave little terrain to blame at this heat-focused backyard in Queensland's Darling Downs.
  44. Queeny Backyard UltraFriday, March 5, 2027Manchester, MissouriBackyard ultraQueeny Park's rolling 4.19-mile loop mixes pavement, packed gravel and short dirt sections, with roughly 430 feet of climbing every hour in St. Louis.Results
  45. Herdy's Frontyard UltraFriday, March 12, 2027Perth, AustraliaBackyard ultraAustralia's huge frontyard ultra circles Herdsman Lake every hour, combining an open-ended backyard test with a lively, spectator-friendly base.Results
  46. Capital Backyard UltraSaturday, March 20, 2027Lorton, VirginiaBackyard ultraA small-field Virginia backyard ultra built for deep efforts, with rolling trail day yards, a fast paved night loop and chef-supported aid near DC.Results
  47. Ekeberg Backyard UltraSaturday, March 20, 2027Oslo, NorwayBackyard ultraGrass, gravel, trail and tarmac combine on a hilly 6.7-kilometer loop above Oslo, with city views and a Silver Ticket sharpening the field each spring.
  48. Ohio's Backyard UltraSaturday, March 20, 2027Lucasville, OhioBackyard ultraOhio's established backyard alternates a rugged 4.167-mile trail yard with a faster paved night loop, drawing deep fields to rural Lucasville.
  49. Morocco Backyard Ultra: The OneFriday, March 26, 2027Salé, MoroccoBackyard ultraMorocco's established backyard ultra repeats a 6.706 km forest yard outside Salé, with simple runner-led support and room for a multi-day race.Results
  50. Riverhead Backyard ReLaps UltraSaturday, April 3, 2027Riverhead, New ZealandBackyard ultraA New Zealand backyard ultra on a rolling pine-forest loop, pairing hourly 6.7 km yards with live lap data and a compact runner base for multi-day racing.Results
  51. Banana Slug Backyard UltraFriday, April 23, 2027St. Paul, OregonBackyard ultraAn open-ended Oregon backyard ultra with wooded riverfront day yards, paved night laps and a proven record of deep last-person-standing races.Results
  52. Legends Backyard BelgiumSaturday, April 24, 2027Retie, BelgiumBackyard ultraA record-setting Belgian backyard ultra in Retie, with mixed forest and tarmac day yards and a fast gravel-and-road night course for deep international fields.Results
  53. Sowi BackYard UltraFriday, April 30, 2027Pieszyce, PolandBackyard ultraAt the foot of Poland's Owl Mountains, this backyard pairs a fast 6.706 km loop with an enclosed base camp built for long, record-minded efforts.
  54. Hagemanns Backyard FestivalSaturday, May 1, 2027Svelvik, NorwayBackyard ultraOne of Norway's fastest-growing backyards uses a 50/50 asphalt and gravel loop in Svelvik, with a large spring field and open-ended hourly racing.Results
  55. Witiker Backyard UltraThursday, May 6, 2027Zürich, SwitzerlandBackyard ultraA hilly Swiss backyard ultra on fixed forest roads above Zürich, where each 6.706 km yard adds about 130 metres of climbing through day and night.Results
  56. No Time To Die Frontyard UltraFriday, May 14, 2027Adelaide, AustraliaBackyard ultraAn open-ended frontyard ultra in central Adelaide, where a public park loop, large field and live arena energy sharpen every hourly start in the city.Results
  57. Suffolk Back Yard Ultra FestivalSaturday, June 5, 2027Brandon, United KingdomBackyard ultraA competitive open-ended backyard ultra on a wide, quick forest course at High Lodge, with chip timing, camping and a large support field of runners.Results
  58. BackYard Ultra LivataSaturday, June 12, 2027Subiaco, ItalyBackyard ultraMonte Livata's high-country backyard sends runners around a 6.706 km circuit each hour, with self-supported crews and changing mountain conditions.Results
  59. Coffs Backyard UltraSaturday, June 12, 2027Coffs Harbour, AustraliaBackyard ultraA large community field circles Coffs Harbour's shaded creek paths each hour, mixing smooth gravel, boardwalk and bitumen with minimal climbing.
  60. Big Wolf's Backyard Ultra - CacounaFriday, June 25, 2027Cacouna, CanadaBackyard ultraCacouna's rolling gravel yard crosses fields, marsh and woodland beside the St. Lawrence, pairing a fast 6.70 km loop with exposed riverside weather.
  61. Red Dirt Backyard UltraSaturday, June 26, 2027Karratha, AustraliaBackyard ultraKarratha's remote backyard repeats a flat 6.71 km loop across hard sand, gravel and red Pilbara dirt, where heat and exposed terrain drive the test.
  62. Black Wolf Backyard UltraSaturday, July 10, 2027Palmer, AlaskaBackyard ultraA 4.167-mile Alaska trail yard climbs about 500 feet through Hatcher Pass singletrack, with creek crossings, midnight light and changing mountain weather.Results
  63. Backyard Ultra Polska - First & OriginalFriday, July 16, 2027Jabłonna, PolandBackyard ultraPoland's original backyard gathers an international field in Jabłonna, repeating a fast 6.706 km circuit from the palace and park complex each hour.Results
  64. Last Soul UltraStarted: Friday, August 14, 2026GermanyBackyard ultraA private-venue German backyard ultra sends 150 selected runners onto a 6.7 km loop every hour, with live timing and a continuous broadcast.Results
  65. The Clint Eastwood Last One StandingStarted: Friday, August 14, 2026Brisbane, AustraliaBackyard ultraThe Clint Eastwood tests Brisbane runners on compact creekside yards, with a 72-yard course record and a history of heat, rain, and deep fields.
  66. Birdy's Backyard UltraStarted: Friday, August 7, 2026Moodiarrup, AustraliaBackyard ultraBirdy's circles Lake Towerrinning on hourly 6.71 km yards, pairing a dedicated race campground with one of Australia's deepest backyard traditions.Results
  67. Bob's Big Timber Backyard UltraStarted: Saturday, August 1, 2026Glenmont, OhioBackyard ultraBob's Big Timber is a true Ohio farm backyard, pairing old-growth trail yards with generous race-camp access and a history of deep performances.Results
  68. Ode to Laz Backyard UltraStarted: Saturday, July 18, 2026Holly, MichiganBackyard ultraA demanding Michigan backyard ultra that shifts from technical lakeside woodland yards to a rolling park-road loop after dark and a compact crew base.Results
  69. Last Stand 1776 Backyard UltraStarted: Saturday, June 13, 2026Midlothian, VirginiaBackyard ultraLast Stand 1776 follows the backyard format: a 4.18-mile loop every hour until one runner remains, with proceeds supporting military families.Results
  70. Dead Cow Gully Backyard UltraStarted: Saturday, May 30, 2026Nanango, AustraliaBackyard ultraA rural Queensland backyard ultra repeats a 6.706 km farm loop every hour on Iona near Nanango, where the format's 119-yard world record was set.
  71. BPN Go One More UltraStarted: Friday, April 10, 2026Liberty Hill, TexasBackyard ultraBPN's broadcast-driven backyard ultra repeats a 4.167-mile ranch loop every hour, drawing a selected field to a demanding last-runner-standing test.Results