The More Miles Last One Standing Challenge

Knoxville, United States • 30 May 2026

The More Miles Last One Standing Challenge is an endurance running event held in Knoxville, Maryland, featuring a unique "last one standing" format. Participants run a 4.167-mile loop, known as "the yard," every hour on the hour, continuing as long as they can complete the distance within the hour. The event also offers a 1-mile version designed for beginners, kids, and walkers, lasting 24 hours with a tie-breaker adding miles until a single winner remains. The challenge awards prize money to the top two finishers based on total miles run. The event fosters a competitive yet supportive atmosphere and serves as a qualifier for the Backyard Ultra world championship. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

4 mi
4.167 Mile Live Event
1 Mile Live Event
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