NEVER ENDING FUN.
NorCal Backyard Ultra | October 23-25, 2026 | Granite Bay, California
NORCAL BACKYARD ULTRA
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Last Person Standing
Join the ultimate endurance challenge at the NorCal Backyard Ultra’s "Last Person Standing" event on October 23rd. Starting Friday at 5:00 PM, runners must complete a 4.2-mile loop every hour until only one remains. With no set finish line, the race continues until the final runner stands. Test your limits, push past fatigue, and see how far you can go in this grueling battle of stamina and willpower.
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"Mini" Last Person Standing
Not ready to run beyond 12 hours? The "Mini” Last Person Standing is perfect for you! Starting Saturday October 24th at 7:00 AM, this event offers the same 4.2-mile loop every hour, but with a 12-hour limit. Whether your goal is 8 miles or 50, the Mini provides a challenging yet achievable endurance test. Experience the thrill of the Backyard Ultra format without the pressure of an endless race.
2025 LIVE TRACKING LINKS
RACE DETAILS
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Friday October 23, 2026
Bib Pickup: 3:00 - 4:45 PM
Last Person Standing Start: 5:00 PM Friday
Beals Point, Granite Bay, CASaturday October 24, 2026
Bib Pickup: 5:00 - 6:45 AM
Mini Last Person Standing Start: 7:00 AM Saturday
Mini Last Person Standing End: 7:00 PM Saturday
Beals Point, Granite Bay, CA
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Each participant is encouraged to bring their own aid station supplies (i.e. tent, tables, chairs, & food) and set up near the start / finish line. As you should have time to head into your own personalized area between laps.
There is one aid station at the start / finish line, under a warm tent, where there is water, hydration mix, light snacks, and warm food. There are no aid stations along the course nor is it allowed to receive aid on course by crew.
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Start Date & Time: Friday October 23, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Start Location: Beals Point, Granite Bay, CA
Format: At the top of each hour, runners must START the next 4.2 mile lap and END the previous lap. Failing to show up at the top of the hour at the start line will disqualify you from the next lap and the race ends there for you. Last person standing wins!
Distance: 4.16 Miles
Elevation Gain: 320ft
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Start Date & Time: Saturday October 24, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Start Location: Beals Point, Granite Bay, CA
Format: At the top of each hour, runners must START the next 4.2 mile lap and END the previous lap. Failing to show up at the top of the hour at the start line will disqualify you from the next lap and the race ends there for you. Race ends for all "Mini" distance runners at 12 hours / 7:00PM Saturday.
Distance: 4.16 Miles
Elevation Gain: 320ft
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All runners will score a NorCal Backyard Ultra quarter zip and a custom wood award based on the number of miles run.
Top finisher will receive a custom wood plaque. -
In response to recent federal aid cuts, The Unity Initiative was created to support vital nonprofits that serve our communities. By donating to one of our partner organizations, participants can receive a future race discount and have their donation matched — up to $40 or 25% of their registration fee. This program aims to restore a sense of unity and compassion, ensuring local organizations continue to thrive despite reduced government support. Together, we can keep our communities strong.
Selected Nonprofit Partners:
- Placer Food Bank
- Sacramento Food Bank
- Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children of Sacramento (CASA)
- Court Appointed Special Advocates for Children of Placer County (CASA)
- AcademySTAY
- Sierra Club of California
- Placer Land Trust
- American Civil Liberties Union
*Future discounts will be sent upon receipt of proof of donation. Please email donation receipts to info@badluckrunclub.com. Donations must be made in 2025 and prior to event date(s).
