Ultramarathon

Arrowtown Backyard Ultra

Arrowtown 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.

Next raceSaturday, November 7, 2026
Distance categoryUltramarathon
Race formatBackyard ultra
LocationArrowtown, New Zealand
Get alertsLast checked August 14, 2026

Quick facts

  • A 6.71 km figure-eight yard
  • Arrow River Trail and Bush Creek scenery
  • Butler's Green serves as the event village
  • Registration status remains unknown pending provider validation

About the Arrowtown Backyard Ultra

Arrowtown turns a destination trail network into an approachable last-runner-standing event. Butler's Green provides a central village while the field repeatedly disappears along two waterways.

Course

The 6.71 km figure-eight starts at Butler's Green and follows the Arrow River Trail and Bush Creek. Every runner must return within the hour to continue.

Race-day weather

Late spring in inland Otago can move between bright sun, wind, rain, and cold nights. Alpine-area temperature swings reward layered clothing.

Past Arrowtown Backyard Ultra dates and results

YearDateStatusResults
2026Saturday, November 7, 2026Upcoming

Arrowtown Backyard Ultra FAQ

When is the Arrowtown Backyard Ultra?

The 2026 Arrowtown Backyard Ultra is on Saturday, November 7, 2026.

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