Blacks Grove Backyard Ultra Presented by Agony of DeFeet Wadena Run Club

Welcome to the first-ever Wadena Backyard Ultra — a Last Runner Standing showdown hosted by Agony of DeFeet Wadena Run Club at the rugged, root-tangled trails of Blacks Grove Park in Wadena, Minnesota. This isn’t just a race… it’s a battle of willpower, grit, stubbornness, and heart. TWO WAYS TO JOIN THE FUN *Backyard Ultra Division (Last Runner Standing) Perfect for runners craving the full backyard experience — whether your goal is one loop or one hundred. *One-Loop Fun Run Not ready for the full backyard format? No problem. Run one official loop (4.167 miles), experience the course, and celebrate with the runners. EVENT DETAILS: Schedule Packet Pickup / Check-in + Camp Setup: 8:00–9:30 AM One Loop Fun Run Start: May 22nd @ 10:00 AM Last Man Standing Start: May 22nd @ 11:00 AM Participant Caps One Loop Fun Run: 60 runners Last Man Standing: 60 runners (Waitlist available if full.) Parking Park only in designated areas Crew/support parking areas will be available Carpooling encouraged Overflow parking info shared closer to race day