SRC Presents: A Backyard Ultra

Event Details

• Date: December 12, 2026
• Location: Blydenburgh County Park, Hauppauge, NY
• Race URL: SRC Backyard Ultra
• Beneficiary: Long Island Greenbelt Trail Conference

About the Race

• Running Culture: Long Island has a rich and deep running culture with multiple events every weekend.
• Unique Opportunity: This event offers a chance for ultra and trail runners to participate in a unique race.
• Proceeds: A portion of the proceeds will benefit the maintenance of trails on Long Island.
• Endurance Challenge: The race is about endurance, not speed, with participants running 4.167 miles every hour.

Race Structure

• Loop Timing: Participants must complete 4.167 miles every hour on the hour.
• Drop Out Condition: Competitors must drop out if they cannot complete the distance in the time period.
• Winner Determination: The final competitor to complete a full loop will be declared the winner.

Bib Pick Up Information

• Check In: Bib numbers will be assigned at check in.
• Early Pick Up: You can pick up your bib from Smithtown Running Company on December 10th (11 am - 7 pm) and December 11th (11 am - 5 pm).
• Race Morning: Bibs can be picked up starting at 6:30 am from the start/finish line area.
• No On-Site Sign Ups: There will be no on-site sign ups on the morning of December 12th.