Last Crapaud Crawling – Backyard Ultra

Jersey's first Backyard Ultra at Les Landes in September 2027: run a 4.167-mile loop every hour until one runner remains, with shorter options available.

A Backyard Ultra is coming to Jersey in 2027. Taking place around the Les Landes Race Course over the weekend of 18 September, this endurance challenge is all about consistency, strategy and seeing how long runners can keep going.

The format is simple: complete a 4.167-mile (6.7056 km) trail loop every hour, on the hour. Runners who finish before the bell return to the corral for another yard; those who miss the cut-off are out. The race continues until only one runner is left standing – the Last Crapaud Crawling.

For those not ready for the full challenge, Backyard 6, 12 and 24 options are available, equating to 25, 50 and 100 miles respectively if completed successfully.

The route is fully off-road, with around 60m elevation gain per loop. Race facilities include parking, toilets, showers, water and space for camping and crews. All runners receive a Crapaud T-shirt and commemorative medal, with prizes also up for grabs.

The question for every entrant is whether they can keep crawling when everyone else stops.