Available distances
About
The Back Cove Backyard Ultra takes place in Portland, Maine, on July 10, 2027, in the backyard ultra format: repeated 0.9-mile (1.4 km) loops over 24 hours in an urban public park.
The loop course offers views of the surrounding lakes and rivers, alternating between urban surroundings and natural spaces. In a backyard ultra, runners must complete each lap within a set time limit, and the race continues until only one runner is left.
Highlights
- Park
- Off-road
- City
- Lakes and ponds
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