Norcal Backyard Ultra
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NorCal Backyard Ultra, Beals Point, Granite Bay
The NorCal Backyard Ultra is scheduled for October 23–24, 2026 at Beals Point in Granite Bay, California. The event uses the Backyard Ultra format: runners complete a loop of 4.16 miles each hour and must start the next lap on the hour. The Last Person Standing format continues until only one runner remains. A "Mini" Last Person Standing follows the same hourly loop but has a 12 hour time limit.
Each lap has about 320 ft of elevation gain. There are no aid stations on the course and receiving aid on course from crew is not allowed. A single aid area is provided at the start/finish under a tent with water, hydration mix, light snacks, and warm food. Participants are encouraged to bring their own tent, tables, chairs, and supplies to set up near the start/finish between laps.
All finishers receive a NorCal Backyard Ultra quarter zip and a custom wooden award that reflects the number of miles completed. The top finisher receives a custom wooden plaque. The event also includes a Unity Initiative that matches participant donations to selected nonprofit partners, with matching up to $40 or 25 percent of a registration fee; donations must be made in 2025 and prior to the event date to qualify. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
