AKtive's Backyard Ultra

Palmer, United States • 12 Jul 2025

AKtive's Backyard Ultra is an endurance running event held at the Government Peak Recreation Area in Palmer, Alaska. Participants complete a 4.167-mile loop through scenic trails, aiming to run as many loops as possible within the race rules. The race follows the standard Backyard Ultra format, where runners start each loop on the hour and must finish within an hour to continue.

The event emphasizes self-sufficiency, with runners responsible for their own aid and nutrition. It is a competitive race with a cap of 75 participants, and the last runner to complete a loop is declared the winner. The race offers opportunities for qualifiers and entry into larger backyard ultra championships. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

4 mi
152 m+
4.167 Mile Loop
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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