Jordan River Blitz Backyard
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Event overview
The Jordan River Blitz Backyard is a timed backyard-ultra event on October 17, 2026, in South Jordan, Utah. The event uses a repeat loop format on the Jordan River trail system and finishes at East River Front Park. Placement is determined first by distance completed and then by cumulative time on completed laps because each lap is timed under the "Blitz" format. Live results show individual lap times and cumulative totals.
Course, distances, and rules
The course is a 4.167 mile loop on a 100% paved trail. The loop is marked with pink flags, cones, and signs. Runners must start each loop on the hour and complete the loop within the hour to receive credit; failure to do so removes the runner from the race. Other rules: no artificial aid or pacers, slower runners must allow passes, and crew may access the start/finish area but may not block the course.
- 4 Hour - 16.7 miles, +180 ft elevation gain
- 8 Hour - 33.3 miles, +360 ft elevation gain
- 12 Hour - 50 miles, +540 ft elevation gain
Each of the three race options is capped at 60 runners.
Amenities and logistics
East River Front Park offers free parking, a pavilion, shade, grassy areas, playground and restrooms. The finish area will provide snacks, Tailwind electrolyte drink, Great Harvest Bread at the 4-hour event, and pizza at the 8- and 12-hour events. Photos will be taken and made available online without a watermark. Average local temperatures for the date are listed as about 62 F high and 44 F low. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
