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Bear River Backyard Ultra

Name: Bear River Backyard Ultra
Start: 2026-11-13
End: 2026-11-13
Location: Delmar

Delmar, United States • 13 Nov 2026

Bear River Backyard Ultra

The Bear River Backyard Ultra takes place in Delmar, Iowa on Friday, November 13, 2026. The course is on Tubbs Farm directly behind The 61 Drive-in Movie Theater at 2173 Hwy 136. Competitors complete a 4.16-mile loop each hour, on the hour, and continue until only one participant remains.

Each registered runner receives a 10 by 10 foot camp space to use as a personal aid station. Participants may bring one to three crew members to assist them. All registered runners receive a custom Bear River Backyard Ultra hockey sweater at packet pickup. Top male and female finishers receive cash prizes; prize amounts are determined by total registration numbers.

Registration is $200 and is capped at 250 participants. Food and beverages are provided during the event; participants may also bring additional supplies or nutrition. Registration closes Thursday, November 5. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Iowa Delmar

Race information

Registration

4 mi

Backyard Ultra Loop

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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