Momentus Backyard Ultra

Monroe, United States • 30 May 2026

Event overview

The Momentus BackYard Ultra is scheduled for May 30, 2026, at Williams Rushing Farm in Monroe, North Carolina (7325 South Rocky River Rd). Registration closes May 30, 2026. The event takes place on private farmland and offers a trail running format and a shorter community run.

Race options

  • 4.167-mile loop every hour - Back Yard Ultra format; entry $105.
  • Single 4.167-mile loop - Celebrity Fun Run; entry $55.

Course and logistics

The course is described as intermediate difficulty with mostly packed dirt, roots, rocks, a small gravel section, and some manicured grass. Each lap has about 100 feet of elevation gain. The event is self-supported with no staff aid on the trail; support crews are not allowed on the course. Each runner may have up to two accompanying crew members in the village area. Contained fires and grills are allowed in the village; open fires are not permitted. Music will be played throughout the race, and registrants receive a link to add tracks to the event Spotify playlist. Camping is allowed in a designated area of the farm during the race. The closest airport is Charlotte International Airport; the closest listed hotel is the Days Inn in Monroe, NC.

Past results

In 2024 the last runner completed 62.5 miles. In 2025 the last runner reached 83 miles. Organizers note previous finish distances as part of the event history. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

4 mi
Momentus Back Yard Ultra
4 mi
Momentus Celebrity Fun Run
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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