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Kansas City Backyard Ultra

Plaza Area, United States • 8-10 Aug 2025

The Kansas City Backyard Ultra is a unique endurance running event held at Mill Creek Park on the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City, Missouri. The race features a challenging loop course of four 1-mile laps (4.16667 miles total) on a smooth trail surface. Runners must complete each loop within one hour and continue hourly until only one runner remains, crowned the "Last Runner Standing." The event also offers 3, 6, 9, and 12-hour timed races on the same course. Participants enjoy a supportive atmosphere with aid stations every mile, limited crew support, and post-race camaraderie. The race is a Silver Qualifier for the Backyard Ultra Series, offering a pathway to national and world championships. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Missouri Plaza Area

Race information

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12 hr
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9 hr
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4 mi
Last Runner Standing
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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