Race Details

BACKYARD ULTRA – DECEMBER 19, 2026
ONE LOOP. ONE HOUR. HOW FAR CAN YOU GO?
Join Ultra Sports Athletes for a true test of endurance, grit, and mental toughness at our Backyard Ultra in Hemet, California!
This isn't your typical race. It's a battle of consistency, determination, and the willingness to keep showing up.
EVENT DETAILS
📅 Date: Saturday, December 19, 2026
⏰ Start Time: 7:00 AM
📍 Location: Hemet, CA
🏃 Distance: 4-mile loop every hour, on the hour
HOW IT WORKS
• Every participant starts together at 7:00 AM.
• Complete the 4-mile loop within one hour.
• You MUST be at the starting line and ready to go at the beginning of every hour.
• Finish early? Use your remaining time to rest, hydrate, eat, and prepare for the next loop.
• The next loop begins exactly on the hour, every hour.
• If you don't complete a loop within the hour or aren't at the starting line for the next start, your race is over.
• No pacers allowed. Every participant must complete their own loops.
PARKING, CAMPING & RACE SUPPORT
• No pets allowed. Please leave your furry friends at home.
• Street parking available near the event property.
• Car camping available for participants.
• Camping and canopies: Designated space inside the property will be available for personal camping setups and canopies on a first-come, first-served basis – Racers only

Event's current local time: 2:45 AM PT