Birdy's Backyard Ultra
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Event overview
Birdy’s Backyard Ultra is a Backyard Ultra event in Western Australia that is part of the Ultra Series Australia calendar. It is scheduled for 7 August 2026. The race uses a repeating-lap format in which runners complete a loop of 6.71 km each hour. The event continues hour by hour until only one runner remains.
Location and format
The event is held at the lakeside campsite at Lake Towerrinning, Moodiarrup, Western Australia. All loops begin and end at the same finish line. The venue is the caravan park and campground dedicated to the event for its duration, where runners, crews, and supporters share the site.
Entries and volunteers
Entries open on 1 October 2026. The event is planned to host around 200 runners and about 400 supporters on site. A volunteer program supports the race; volunteers receive a 20% discount on a future Ultra Series event, which can be accrued and transferred to others. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.