Mad Trapper Backyard Ultra
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Event overview
The Mad Trapper Backyard Ultra is a last-person-standing trail endurance event held on Saturday, June 20th, 2026 at The Ark in Denholm, Quebec. It offers multiple formats: an individual full-loop Backyard Ultra, a shorter loop option called the Kristi Loop, a two-person team Backyard Ultra, and a winter snowshoe Backyard Ultra. The winner of an individual event is the last person to complete a full loop solo. Racers must return to the corral every hour; if a runner is not in the corral when the audio cue plays, their race is over.
Race formats and rules
- Individual formats allow switching from the full loop to the shorter loop during the race.
- The two-person team event runs on the Kristi Loop. Teams may use any alternating strategy. A racer is removed when unable to complete a loop within an hour; the team continues until both members are out. There is a 16-hour cut-off or the same duration as the individuals, and prizes are awarded for Friends and Couples categories.
- The winter snowshoe event follows the same structure with shorter loops and an indoor transition area around a wood boiler.
- Aid at the Ark includes fresh water, an electrolyte drink, bananas, pretzels, and roasted salted potatoes; post-race food includes chili, brownies, and beer.
- Crew members are allowed in the transition area only; no support is allowed on the course.
Location and facilities
The event base is The Ark, 285 ch. de Farrellton, Denholm, QC J0X 2C0. Free onsite camping is available with a firepit, picnic table, four houses, and flat tenting areas; one cabin is available for rent if not already booked. Pre-running the course on non-race days is not permitted. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
