6.706K
CVRR Backyard Ultra
Time BasedSat, Jul 26 · 3:00 AM
$34.29
6.706K
- Past race
- Ultra
CVRR Backyard Ultra 2025
- Courtenay, British Columbia
About CVRR Backyard Ultra 2025
The CVRR Backyard Ultra is an annual ultra-running challenge held in Courtenay, British Columbia, where participants run a 6.706 km loop every hour starting on the hour until only one runner remains. The 2025 race will be the 6th edition held by the Comox Valley Road Runners and tests both physical endurance and mental fortitude.
The event takes place in late July and features a scenic course through forests and fields of the Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds, with a maximum of 48 laps (approximately 322 km). Camping options are available for participants the night before and during the race.
Distances and events
Prices from the organizer. Please check the official website for up-to-date times and pricing.
Highlights
Unique backyard ultra format running a 6.706 km loop every hour
Scenic forest and field course at Comox Valley Exhibition Grounds
Event continues until only one runner remains
Limited to 75 participants
Camping options available on race days
Course
- Location
- Courtenay, British Columbia
Course details
- 6.706 km loop mostly on soft surfaces including horse track and river trails
- Very limited pavement running
- Participants must start each lap exactly on the hour
- Maximum of 48 laps totaling ~322 km
- Course through mixed forest and field terrain
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Last updated: October 2, 2026
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