Manotick Backyard Ultra

  • Date Sat 4th October 2025
  • Location Ottawa, ON
  • Price $24.03 - $89.39
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 1km, Ultra, 5km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day of endurance and community at the Manotick Backyard Ultra on Saturday, October 4th, 2025, in the picturesque town of Ottawa! This unique endurance race challenges participants not just on speed, but on their physical and mental resilience. The Backyard Ultra promises an unforgettable experience as runners tackle a scenic loop that blends road and trail running, crossing charming bridges, beautiful parks, and winding through the historic streets of Manotick.

In addition to the grueling Backyard Ultra, there are two more fantastic race options for all skill levels. Join the excitement of the competitive 5K, perfect for those looking to push their limits, or take part in the Family 1K, designed for fun and enjoyment for all ages. Plus, your participation in the Family 1K supports a great cause, as 50% of registration fees will benefit the CHEO Children's Hospital. Don’t miss out on early bird pricing, and mark your calendars for race kit pickup on Friday, October 3rd, and Saturday morning ahead of the races. Whether this is your first race or your hundredth, the Manotick Backyard Ultra is an event you won’t want to miss!

Organiser's Description

The new kid on the block in the world of Backyard Ultras. An endurance race guaranteed to test the limits of anyone with the courage to step into the loop. A race not about speed but about who has the physical and mental grit to endure the longest. There is no second place, no finish line, just the end.Starting at the iconic 692 Coffee and Bar, the route will go through the beautiful and historic town of Manotick. Each loop for the Backyard Ultra will incorporate road and trail running; having runners take bridges over streams, run through parks, and endure tarmac underfoot.The 5K will welcome the competitive runner and the runner looking to challenge themselves. The Family 1K is a fun and exciting event for all ages and skill levels. Whether your first race or hundredth race it will be one to remember. 50% of the registration fee from the family 1K race will be donated to the CHEO Children's Hospital.Schedule: Race kit pick up Friday 2:00pm - 9:00pm & Saturday 6:30am - 7:30amBackyard Ultra Marathon start time at 8:00am5km Race start time at 8:30amFamily 1km Race start time at 9:30 am *Buff included in reg fee.EARLY BIRD PRICING ON NOW!!

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Location

5546 Manotick Main Street, Manotick, ON K4M 1J9, Canada

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