Mackyard Ultra

Mackyard Ultra is held in Towson, Maryland, on October 31, 2026. It is listed as a single trail ultra with an 8:00 a.m. start and no fixed distance published in advance, so check the organizer's format before you commit your fall calendar to it.

Ultra distances on trail ask for time on your feet more than speed. Build toward back-to-back long runs on consecutive days, practice eating solid food while moving, and rehearse in the exact shoes, pack and socks you intend to use. Walking the climbs from the very first hour is a strategy rather than a concession, and it is usually what separates runners who finish from runners who fade. If this is your first race beyond the marathon, plan the day around aid points and keep your early pace slower than feels reasonable.