The Long Run Backyard Ultra

The Long Run Backyard Ultra

The Long Run Backyard Ultra takes place on June 13, 2026 at Tidal Force, Coverdale Road, Riverview, New Brunswick, Canada. The looped course circles a section of the Petitcodiac River and spans both the town of Riverview and the city of Moncton. Riverview provides several amenities while the Moncton side is more natural.

The event follows the Backyard Ultra format on a 6.7 km loop. Every hour a bell rings and runners must complete the loop within the hour to continue. There is no predetermined distance or fixed finish line; the event continues until only one runner remains. The route crosses two bridges, two parks, two boardwalks, one beer garden and the river, and offers an almost unobstructed view of much of the course for crews and spectators.

The entire course forms part of the Trans Canada Trail and the event can be run simultaneously with the tidal bore race. Prize amounts listed include 1000 CAD and a trophy for the Last Person Standing, 500 CAD and a trophy for the Assist, and 300 CAD and a trophy for the Opposite Sex of LPS with a different payout if the Assist is the opposite sex. All participants receive a finishing medal, event swag, a Long Run wrist band and a T shirt. Recognition wrist bands are awarded for 25+, 50+, 75+ and 100+ miles. The field capacity is 50 runners and the event is marked as sold out. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.