Gold Coast BYU

Event Highlights – Gold Coast Backyard Ultra

• Backyard Ultra format: Run one 6.706km “yard” every hour, on the hour — until only one runner remains.
• Inaugural event on the Gold Coast, starting 4:00pm Friday March 13, 2026 at Doug Jennings Park, Main Beach.
• Mixed-terrain loop including road, grass, trail, and beach, with approx. 16m ascent / 19m descent.
• 300 capped entries with tiered pricing and generous inclusions: medal, race photos, snacks, hydration, recovery zone, DJ, and more.
• Go beyond 24 yards (160km) to enter the draw for a Tarkine Athletics voucher; prizes for the Last Person Standing + Assist.
• Set up your own 3×3m crew zone, plus communal marquee with food, hydration, and recovery tools.
• Perfect for runners chasing ultra-distance PBs, mental toughness challenges, or a shot at Backyard Ultra records.