Among the Pines Backyard Ultra
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Among The Pines Backyard Ultra
Among The Pines Backyard Ultra is held at Stephen Park Group Accommodation beside the main Gisburn Forest car park in Gisburn Forest, within the Forest of Bowland. The event uses a single fully off road loop through forest tracks and shaded pine-lined trails, offering smooth rolling terrain and woodland surroundings.
Runners start a new lap every hour on the hour. Completing the loop within that hour entitles a runner to begin the next lap; the race continues in this way until only one runner remains. The format places emphasis on individual endurance as well as competition, and the event limits the field to create a shared atmosphere for runners, crews, and spectators.
Course detail notes a runnable trail that weaves through forest fire roads and trail sections and includes around 550 ft of elevation on the loop. Entry capacity is capped at 200 participants.
Included with entry are an entry ticket, a unique finisher’s buckle, a winner’s trophy and buckle with prize money, pitch space at Stephen Park for a basecamp, parking for one car, drinks and snacks, and hot and cold water. Prize money supports the overall winner and includes an additional prize for any runner who exceeds the 100 mile mark. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
