Bayside Backyard Ultra 2026

Join us for the second edition of Bayside Backyard Ultra, an endurance running challenge set to take place at Bayside Park in Manly, Queensland on December 12, 2026. This unique community event follows a distinctive format where runners tackle a single loop of 6.7 kilometers every hour.
The race begins promptly at the start of each hour and participants must finish their loop before the next hour starts to qualify for another lap around Bayside Park's scenic foreshore path. The course is designed to test your endurance, offering stunning views along Manly’s coastline as you push through one challenging hour after another.
The event has a maximum cap of 12 laps, equating to an impressive total distance of 80.4 kilometers for those who can maintain their pace throughout the day. While reaching this full distance is certainly commendable, the real goal lies in your ability to keep going and see how far you can extend yourself hour by hour.
Whether you're a seasoned ultrarunner aiming to conquer all laps or someone looking to take on their first backyard-style event, Bayside Backyard Ultra welcomes runners of various experience levels. This race is about more than just reaching the finish line; it’s an opportunity to test your limits and celebrate perseverance in one of Australia's most beautiful coastal settings.
So lace up your running shoes for a day filled with scenic views, challenging terrain, and the camaraderie that comes from pushing yourself alongside fellow endurance enthusiasts. See you at Bayside Park on December 12th!
Join us to witness the spirit of determination as runners continue their loops hour after hour along Manly’s picturesque foreshore.