Name: Bay Area Backyard Ultra
Start: 2024-05-03T17:00:00-07:00
Location: 18405 Mt Hamilton Rd, Mt Hamilton, CA 95140

The Bay Area Backyard Ultra (aka "The Ranch"): Check out the thrill of a Last Person Standing-style race set at the scenic Joseph Grant County Park in Santa Clara County. On May 4th, 2024 participants will continually tackle a 4.16 mile loop until the last person drops!
With each loop completed within an hour, whether you're a 100 mile+ runner or someone new to the trails, this event is great for all. Push your limits beyond what you thought possible.
Prepare to test your mettle, embrace endurance, and become a part of this trailblazing tradition. Join us on May 4th, 2024, for the Bay Area Backyard Ultra, where the clock is ticking, and the trail is calling – how far will you push yourself?
Presented by: Bad Luck Run Club and Skybreaker Racing
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At the top of each hour, runners must START the next 4.16 mile lap and END the previous lap. Failing to show up at the top of the hour at the start line will disqualify you from the next lap and the race ends there for you. Last person standing wins! The trail is very runnable with double wide trails and no large climbs, perfect for going the distance.
While you may not be going for the win, this is a great opportunity at getting a new distance PR. You will definitely surprise yourself.
4.16 Mile course: https://www.strava.com/routes/3180237612370192982
If you're looking to run over 24 hours and truly be the Last Person Standing, please sign up for our "Last Person Standing" event that starts on Friday at 5:00PM.
If you're not looking to run over 24 hours and would like to simply challenge yourself, please sign up for our "Mini - Last Person Standing" event that starts on Saturday at 9:00AM.
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Want to run our Last Person Standing style race but you know you're not crushing 100+ miles? Maybe your goals are more reasonable, like 16 miles or 60 miles, then sign up for our "Mini" Last Person Standing event!
The Mini starts on Saturday morning at 9:00AM, has a 24 hour limit, and is a cheaper alternative. Plus you'll still get to run the 4.16 mile in 1 hour format!
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All runners will receive a Bay Area Backyard Ultra long sleeve zipup, free Athletic Brewing Beer (NA Beer) and wood carved finishers award for the furthest distance they completed out of the following: 13M, 50K, 50M, 100K, 100M.
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There are no "on course" aid stations but there will be a fully stocked aid stations at the Ranch House for runners to use. Additionally, all runners will be given a parking spot near the start / finish line and may utilize the grassy area near the start line to serve as a personal aid station area.
Additionally, we're offering participants tent rental packages to lessen the burden of hauling and setting up your equipment. For an additional fee, we'll provide the following gear, with set up, in the grassy area near the start / finish line:
Full Package - $270 - A space closest to the start line, a 10'x10' popup tent (with x3 side walls), 6' folding table (x1), and chair (x1).
Tent Package - $170 - A space near the start line, a 10'x10' popup tent (with x3 side walls).