Durango Trails Backyard Ultra

A Backyard Ultra is also known as a Last Person Standing Race, but don’t let this deter you from joining the fun! Complete 4.17 miles of dirt road and single track trail every hour on the Spurline Trail system in Durango. Each 4.17 mile loop is referred to as a “yard.” If you finish in less than an hour- kick your feet up and snack until you line back up in the corral at the top of the hour to start again. Hour after hour, racers continue to line up until they tap out of the race or time out on a yard. The race is over when there is one runner remaining- that person must successfully complete one more hour to secure the win. Backyard races are for everyone! Complete just one yard, set a distance PR, or come out and compete for the win. Who will be the Durango Trails Backyard champion?! Where and When? Durango, Colorado on the Spurline Trail System / Three Springs 8:00am, Saturday May 30, 2026 Cost and Supporting the Trails Support the trails while being on trail! All proceeds from this race supports Durango Trails, a local nonprofit with the mission to plan, build, and maintain our world-class trails, educate trail users, and create connections both on and off the trail. This unique style of race lends itself to be a great community event and fundraiser. The cost of the race has two aspects: the entry fee and pledges. Entry fee: $60 Our goal for this race is to keep the entry fee low to encourage participants of all ages and levels. If you volunteered with Durango Trails in the 2025 season, are a Durango Trails member, or are under 18 years old, reach out for a discount code! Pledges: All runners are required to have at least one pledge for every yard you complete. All of your pledges combined must equate to a minimum of $10/yard for each racer. Reach out to friends and family members far and near to support you in this race! Simply send them this form to fill out to secure their pledge: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Ydlwl4dzWVtYJ1AtQJUlmhmtt5l5TM6F2n-bZghbtO4/edit There will be prizes for the racer who secures the most $ per yard and who raises the most money total. You will be running for something bigger than yourself: how far will you go? The Course The race will be held in the Spurline Trail System (3 Springs) and will be a mix of dirt roads and single track on the Railspike trail. Enjoy a soft surface route with scenic views. The exact route will be shared soon, stay tuned!