Paradise Backyard Ultra

MAY

22

2026

Take on the Silver Coin edition of the Paradise Backyard Ultra in Paradise, NL on 22 May 2026, as the field expands to 200 runners. Registration closes 8 May so grab your spot for a memorable endurance day.

Fri 22 May 2026

Paradise, Newfoundland and Labrador

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Paradise Backyard Ultra : Paradise, NL

The Paradise Backyard Ultra is a backyard-ultra race held in Paradise, Newfoundland and Labrador. The event is scheduled for 22 May 2026 and is described as the "Silver Coin" edition. Registration for the event closes on 8 May. Organizers have increased the field size to 200 participants.

Recent history and results

The event started in 2024. The inaugural Backyard recorded 31 laps and 134 starters. Reported aggregate figures from that edition include 1,224 total yards and 8,213 total distance (KM). Performance counts listed for 2024 include 54 runners with at least 10 yards, 16 runners with more than 100K, 4 runners with at least 100 miles (24 yards), and 2 runners with more than 200K.

Logistics, registration and other notes

Organizers announced registration openings on 23 October for future editions and noted a 30-minute discrepancy between the posted time and the actual registration time on the registration site. Partial refunds of $60 were offered during January for registrants unable to run. Event merchandise such as t-shirts and hats is offered through an outfitter shop with an ordering deadline of 31 March; proceeds are intended for the East Coast Trail Association and a charity chosen by the Town of Paradise. The 2026 winner was noted to earn a place to represent Canada at the national championships in British Columbia in October 2026. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.