Smurf's Backyard Ultra
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Event overview
Smurf's Backyard Ultra takes place on Saturday, October 24, 2026 in Smithfield, Cairns, Far North Queensland, Australia. The event is set on the Smithfield Mountain Bike Park trails and is described as a tropical Far North Queensland endurance event. Seventy-one participants are listed for the event.
Race format and entries
The main format uses a lap repeated on the hour, every hour, until a runner can no longer continue. A shorter option, the Backyard Mini, allows up to six laps on the same hourly schedule; participants may upgrade on the day to continue by paying the difference.
Distances
- Backyard Ultra - 6.7 km lap, repeated hourly until unable to continue
- Backyard Mini - up to six 6.7 km laps
Entry fees are shown in tiered prices: Backyard Ultra entries range from A$120 to A$200 across listed price categories; Backyard Mini entries range from A$70 to A$125 across listed price categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
