Norcal Backyard Ultra
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NorCal Backyard Ultra
The NorCal Backyard Ultra takes place October 23 to 25, 2026 at Beals Point, Granite Bay, California. The course is a loop of 4.16 miles with approximately 320 ft of elevation gain, run on trails around Folsom Lake.
The event uses the Backyard Ultra format. In the Last Person Standing race, participants must begin a new loop at the start line at the top of each hour and complete the previous lap before the hour ends. A runner who does not return to the start line on time is removed from the competition. The race continues until a single runner remains.
A Mini Last Person Standing follows the same hourly loop format but ends for all participants after 12 hours, providing a capped endurance option and a range of possible total distances depending on how many laps each runner completes.
Support and logistics note that participants are encouraged to bring their own aid station setup near the start and finish. There is one central aid tent at the start and finish with water, hydration mix, light snacks, and warm food. There are no aid stations along the course, and receiving aid on course from crew is not allowed.
All finishers receive a NorCal Backyard Ultra hoodie and a custom wood award based on miles run; the top finisher receives a custom wood plaque. The event also offers a donation matching program with selected nonprofit partners and future race discounts for donors who meet the program conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
