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Little Backyard Adventure

Olympia, United States • 14 Mar 2026

Little Backyard Adventure in L.B.A. Park, Olympia, Washington, offers 3-, 6-, and 12-hour endurance runs on a ~4-mile loop with ~200 feet of gain. The course winds through a largely single-track forest, with fern-covered canopies and technical twists that test footing. Runners complete as many laps as possible, with a celebratory after-party and legends recognition for top loop counts. The event features a stocked aid station, handmade finisher awards, cupless racing to reduce waste, tree planting with each finisher, and perks like discounts at local eateries and a Trail Running Film Festival screening as part of Olympia TrailFest. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Washington Olympia

Race information

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12 km
200 m+
12 Hour Endurance Run
6 km
200 m+
6 Hour Endurance Run
3 km
200 m+
3 Hour Endurance Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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