Barn Creek Backyard Ultra

Jamestown, United States • 7 Nov 2025

Barn Creek Backyard Ultra in Jamestown, Tennessee, is a Last Man Standing ultramarathon on a 4.167-mile out-and-back course through private woods adjacent to Colditz Cove State Natural Area. The route blends gravel, road, and trail with less than 300 feet of elevation gain and crosses Barn Creek on a bridge. Runners follow official Backyard Ultra rules: each loop must be completed within an hour to count. The event provides a main aid station, on-site tent camping, and RV hookups nearby, with belt buckles awarded to finishers of 100 miles. Past editions show strong distance PRs, including many 100+ mile performances. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

4 mi
300 m+
4.167 Miles
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