Smurf's Backyard Ultra

Smithfield, Australia • 25 Oct 2025

Smurf's Backyard Ultra takes place at Smithfield Mountain Bike Park Trail head, McGregor Road, Smithfield, Queensland, Australia, in tropical Far North Queensland near Cairns. The event features a 6.7-kilometer backyard-style ultra loop along the Smithfield Mountain Bike Trails, with runners completing a lap on the hour, every hour, as long as they can continue. A Mini Backyard option offers up to six laps for those not planning a long endurance challenge. The weekend atmosphere includes a Saturday night party with food, drinks, bar and live music, making this an experience rather than just a race. The format relies on hourly laps, highlighting perseverance across conditions. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

7 km
Backyard Ultra - 6.7 Km Lap
6 km
Backyard Mini - up to 6 X 6.7 Km Laps
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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