Lakou Backyard Ultra
Spruce Grove, Canada • 16 May 2026
Event
The Lakou Backyard Ultra is scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, in Spruce Grove, Alberta, at 26323 Township Road 511. It is part of the River’s Edge Running Series, which raises funds for Olive Tree Projects, a non-profit in Haiti. The races are organized and run entirely by volunteers. The event is described as a backyard ultra held in the backyard of the race director's home. The listed fundraiser shows CA$27.60 raised toward a CA$5,000 goal.
Format and registration
The event uses a repeating loop format called the "Yard" Loop. Each loop is 6.7 km and each yard must start precisely on the hour and be completed within the hour. Registration is paid; the listed price for the 6.7 km "Yard" Loop is CA$173.83, inclusive of mandatory charges and fees. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.