The Backland
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The Backland
The Backland is a last-man-standing trail race. The event takes place near the Texas and Oklahoma border at Walnut Creek Resort & Marina in Gordonville, Texas.
The competition is limited to 60 participants. The race is run on mostly trail, with some road sections. The event operates on a loop system. Every hour, a gun signals the start of a new "land." Runners have one hour to complete a 4.5-mile loop. If a runner finishes a loop within the hour, they wait for the next start signal. If a runner does not finish a loop within one hour, or if they quit, they are eliminated.
The last person standing wins a $1000 cash prize, a large trophy, and a six-pack of beer or root beer. No ties are allowed.
Rewards
- All participants receive a long-sleeve shirt and a beer or root beer.
- Runners who complete 103.5 miles (23 loops) receive The Backland 100-mile belt buckle.
- Runners who complete 153 miles (34 loops) receive a special golden 150-mile belt buckle.
- The runner with the best setup at the start/finish line receives a trophy for best setup.
Pre-Race Information An optional pre-race camp out is available on Friday evening. Packet pickup is available on race morning. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
