Death at DuPuis (A Backyard Event)

Test your ultimate physical and mental endurance in the remote, wild landscape of "The Hungryland" at Death at DuPuis on Saturday, February 7, 2026, a pure last-person-standing backyard event that pays homage to the iconic Big's Backyard format. Starting at 8:00 AM, runners will embark on a relentless 4.1667-mile loop through the pine flatwoods and cypress domes of the DuPuis Management Area, restarting on the hour, every hour, until only one runner remains. Experience the unique camaraderie and psychological test of a shared start line, where canopies and coolers create a temporary village and the warning whistle becomes a haunting marker of time. This is a grassroots, not-for-profit challenge where your entry directly supports the trail maintainers of the Florida Trail Association.

Embrace the loving abuse and dark night skies of this far-flung Florida natural area, with the ultimate winner earning a coveted bronze ticket to the Capital Backyard Ultra and a $1000 travel stipend. It’s a true test of soul and stamina, far from urban light, where the only goal is to outlast everyone else in a beautiful, demanding landscape. Secure your spot in this uniquely Floridian ode to endurance, where every completed loop is a victory and the spirit of the community is as strong as the will to continue.