The Last Cowboy Backyard

The Last Cowboy Backyard is Nebraska’s inaugural Backyard Ultra event, held in O’Neill, NE, starting at the community center. The race features a 4.17-mile out-and-back course along the flat, non-technical Cowboy Trail, designed for maximum mileage and personal records. Participants run one lap every hour on the hour until only one runner remains, with a gong signaling each lap’s start.

The event supports up to 150 runners and offers indoor and outdoor crew areas, with strict rules on aid and pacing. All finishers receive custom wooden plaques marking their mileage, while the last person standing earns a custom belt buckle. The race fosters a fun, challenging atmosphere for runners of all levels. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.