Paradise Backyard Ultra
Paradise, Canada • 22 May 2026
Paradise Backyard Ultra - May 22, 2026
Paradise Backyard Ultra takes place at Paradise Park in Paradise, Newfoundland and Labrador. The 2026 edition is listed for May 22, 2026 and is referred to as the "Silver Coin" edition. The event winner will earn the opportunity to represent Canada at the national championships in British Columbia in October 2026.
Organizers state that registration opens on October 23 and that registration closes on May 8. They note a 30 minute discrepancy between the time shown on UltraSignup and the actual registration opening. The field size was expanded to 200 participants. Partial refunds of $60 are available during January for registrants who cannot run; requests should be sent via a message on Facebook.
Official merchandise will be offered, including t-shirts and hats, with an option to add a name to the back of shirts. Registration fees are kept to cover basic race costs such as insurance, bibs, timing, first aid, and security. Proceeds from merchandise and event activities are intended to support the East Coast Trail Association and a charity selected by the Town of Paradise.
The inaugural 2024 Backyard Ultra recorded 134 starters and reached 31 laps, with multiple participants exceeding 100 km and several reaching 100 miles. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.