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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 format where participants run a 4.16667-mile loop every hour, continuing until only one runner remains, crowned the "Last Runner Standing." The course consists of four one-mile laps on a smooth trail, with aid stations stocked every mile. The event also offers 3, 6, 9, and 12-hour timed runs for those seeking different challenges. Runners receive swag including a folding chair and finisher items. The race is a Silver Qualifying event in the Backyard Ultra Series, with opportunities to advance to national 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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4 mi
Last Runner Standing
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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