Course
194.9 km194.9 km
107.5 km107.5 km
73.9 km73.9 km
47 km47 km
26.9 km26.9 km
6.7 km6.7 km
Key dates
- ★Race daySeptember 2027 · date to be announced
Provisional date, projected from last year — the organiser has not announced this edition yet. We show the month only.
About
The Iceland Backyard Ultra is a unique trail running event where participants need to complete a 6.7 km loop within an hour, with the last person standing declared the winner. The event encourages runners to enjoy the beautiful nature of Iceland and the camaraderie of fellow runners, with aid stations, facilities, and a lively atmosphere throughout the competition.
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