Barn Creek Backyard Ultra

Barn Creek Backyard Ultra

Barn Creek Backyard Ultra is a Last Man Standing backyard ultra scheduled for November 6, 2026 in Jamestown, TN at r3 motoworx, 1641 Les Franklin Rd S. The event uses a 4.167 mile out and back loop that runs through woods on private property, crosses Barn Creek on a bridge, and sits adjacent to Colditz Cove State Natural Area. The course surface combines gravel, road, and trail and has under 300 feet of elevation gain per loop.

The event follows standard backyard ultra rules. Each loop must be completed within an hour to be counted. Competitors may not leave the course during a loop except to use restrooms. Non competitors are not allowed on the course and no personal aid is permitted while on a loop. Artificial aids including trekking poles are not allowed. Slower runners must allow passes. The winner is the last runner to complete a loop; all others are recorded with the distance they covered.

Race logistics include a main aid station located next to the start corral offering warm food, water, drinks, and port a potties. Runners may set up a tent along the start corral; crew vehicles are not allowed in the tent area after setup. On site camping options include tent camping with no fee, 12 full RV hookups, and 10 water only campsites with set daily fees. All participants who reach 100 miles receive a belt buckle. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.