Last Stand 1776 Backyard Ultra
- Date Sat 13th June 2026 - Sun 14th June 2026
- Time 7:00AM EDT
- Location Midlothian, Virginia
- Price $48.70 - $80.50
- Races 2 races
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable endurance experience at the Last Stand 1776 Backyard Ultra, taking place on June 13-14, 2026, in the picturesque Midlothian, Chesterfield, Virginia. This unique event isn’t just a race; it’s a tribute to freedom and a celebration of America’s 250th birthday. Participants will embark on a test of mental toughness and strategy as they tackle a 4.14-mile loop every hour on the hour. Whether you aim for a personal best or simply want to enjoy the camaraderie, this race promises to uplift and inspire.
With every mile you run, you’ll support the Semper Fi Fund, helping wounded service members and their families. The Last Stand 1776 Backyard Ultra is designed for everyone, from seasoned ultra-runners to newcomers looking to test their limits. Join the movement and celebrate resilience, determination, and the enduring spirit of America. Experience the thrill of the challenge, make lasting friendships, and perhaps even claim the coveted Sword of Honor as the last runner standing! Don’t miss this chance to be part of something truly special—mark your calendars and prepare for an adventure like no other!
With every mile you run, you’ll support the Semper Fi Fund, helping wounded service members and their families. The Last Stand 1776 Backyard Ultra is designed for everyone, from seasoned ultra-runners to newcomers looking to test their limits. Join the movement and celebrate resilience, determination, and the enduring spirit of America. Experience the thrill of the challenge, make lasting friendships, and perhaps even claim the coveted Sword of Honor as the last runner standing! Don’t miss this chance to be part of something truly special—mark your calendars and prepare for an adventure like no other!
Organiser's Description
LAST STAND 1776 BACKYARD ULTRA
JUNE 13, 2026 7:00 AM MIDLOTHIAN, VA
This isnt just a race its a mission. (as crazy as it might seem)
On June 13th, step into a oneofakind endurance challenge honoring freedom, sacrifice, and Americas 250th birthday with grit, determination and just a touch of insanity.
Every step you take supports the SEMPER FI FUND, providing critical assistance to wounded, ill, and injured service members, veterans, and their families. Your miles will have meaning.
WHATS A BACKYARD ULTRA?
A battle of will, strategy, and mental toughness not speed.
Every hour on the hour, you will run a 4.14mile loop. You have a one hour time limit to complete the loop. Finish in time? You earn the right to run again. All you need to do is make it to the start line at the top of the hour before the bell rings and you are off on your next adventure. We continue, on the hour every hour, until only one runner makes it to the start line to start the next loop. "THE LAST RUNNER STANDING".
Miss the cutoff? Your race ends. But your pride will be intact!
Thats the magic: its your race to run. One loop or twenty you choose your challenge.
Set a mileage goal. Shoot for a milestone. Chase a breakthrough. Go for the win. There are NO losers at the Last stand just some runners who last a little longer and go a little further.
Encouragement will be the word of the day!
Can you dig deep enough to say ONE MORE LOOP?
OFFICIAL 4.167-MILE LOOP & HOURLY SCHEDULE
Loop
Start Time
Cumulative Distance
Milestones Achieved
LOOP 1
7:00 AM
4.17 miles
5K (3.11 miles)
LOOP 2
8:00 AM
8.33 miles
10K (6.21 miles)
LOOP 3
9:00 AM
12.50 miles
-
LOOP 4
10:00 AM
16.67 miles
Half Marathon (13.11 miles)
LOOP 5
11:00 AM
20.83 miles
30K (18.64 miles)
LOOP 6
12:00 PM
25.00 miles
-
LOOP 7
1:00 PM
29.17 miles
Marathon (26.22 miles)
LOOP 8
2:00 PM
33.33 miles
50K Ultra (31.07 miles)
LOOP 9
3:00 PM
37.50 miles
-
LOOP 10
4:00 PM
41.67 miles
-
LOOP 11
5:00 PM
45.83 miles
-
LOOP 12
6:00 PM
50.00 miles
50 Miles (Exactly at Loop 12 finish)
LOOP 13
7:00 PM
54.17 miles
-
LOOP 14
8:00 PM
58.33 miles
-
LOOP 15
9:00 PM
62.50 miles
100K Ultra (62.14 miles)
LOOP 16
10:00 PM
66.67 miles
-
LOOP 17
11:00 PM
70.83 miles
-
LOOP 18
12:00 AM
75.00 miles
-
LOOP 19
1:00 AM
79.17 miles
-
LOOP 20
2:00 AM
83.33 miles
-
LOOP 21
3:00 AM
87.50 miles
-
LOOP 22
4:00 AM
91.67 miles
-
LOOP 23
5:00 AM
95.83 miles
-
LOOP 24
6:00 AM
100.00 miles
100 Miles (Exactly at Loop 24 finish)
HOW FAR WILL YOU GO?
ROUTE MAP HTTPS://WWW.MAPMYRUN.COM/ROUTES/VIEW/6695526427 [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6695526427]
WHY YOU CANT MISS THIS
Celebrate Americas 250th birthday with purpose.
Run under the big Virginia sky trails, bridges, sidewalk strolls and lakeside views.
Test your body, mind, and spirit in a format that tests you to your core, no matter how many loops you decide to run.
Experience the unmatched camaraderie of an ultra:
Runners lifting each other up and encouraging one another mile after mile
Support Crews cheering for every runner on every loop
Spectators celebrating with you every time you complete a loop
Friendships forged....... some may last a lifetime
Run 1 loop, 5, 10 or more the encouragement only grows every time you cross the line. Every finished loop is a celebration.
Join a community where every runner is a champion and every loop is a celebration of the enduring American spirit. From the camaraderie in the corral to the final 'assist' on the trail, this is where stories of resilience are written in sweat and determination. Your miles have meaning. Your grit has a legacy. It's time to write your own story!
Join us on June 13th for a tribute like no other."
QUICK RACE FACTS
FORMAT: 4.14-mile loop every hour on the hour.
CAUSE: Benefits the Semper Fi & America's Fund.
THE PRIZE: The winner claims a cash prize and the coveted SWORD OF HONOR.
LOCATION: Scenic and historic Loch Lothian in Midlothian, VA.
EVERY RUNNER RECEIVES
A custom-designed race shirt, belt buckle and other race goodies. This isnt just a run its a tribute to the 250th birthday of the United States of America and to the runners and support crews who will join you for your journey.
And if youre the last one standing? Cash prize and THE SWORD OF HONOR a symbol of grit, resilience, and the Backyard Ultra spirit Only one runner will lift it. All others are winners too......... Just no sword to take home.
THE MINI ULTRA RETURNS
Not ready for 30, 40, or 50 miles? Try the Last Stand 1776 Mini Ultra.
Run 1 loop, 2, maybe 3. Maybe pace an ultra runner. Test the format. Experience the energy. Even one loop gives you a beautiful 4mile adventure and a taste of something unforgettable.
YOU MIGHT JUST CATCH THE ULTRA BUG.
How will you answer the call?
"ONE MORE LOOP."
JUNE 13, 2026 7:00 AM MIDLOTHIAN, VA
This isnt just a race its a mission. (as crazy as it might seem)
On June 13th, step into a oneofakind endurance challenge honoring freedom, sacrifice, and Americas 250th birthday with grit, determination and just a touch of insanity.
Every step you take supports the SEMPER FI FUND, providing critical assistance to wounded, ill, and injured service members, veterans, and their families. Your miles will have meaning.
WHATS A BACKYARD ULTRA?
A battle of will, strategy, and mental toughness not speed.
Every hour on the hour, you will run a 4.14mile loop. You have a one hour time limit to complete the loop. Finish in time? You earn the right to run again. All you need to do is make it to the start line at the top of the hour before the bell rings and you are off on your next adventure. We continue, on the hour every hour, until only one runner makes it to the start line to start the next loop. "THE LAST RUNNER STANDING".
Miss the cutoff? Your race ends. But your pride will be intact!
Thats the magic: its your race to run. One loop or twenty you choose your challenge.
Set a mileage goal. Shoot for a milestone. Chase a breakthrough. Go for the win. There are NO losers at the Last stand just some runners who last a little longer and go a little further.
Encouragement will be the word of the day!
Can you dig deep enough to say ONE MORE LOOP?
OFFICIAL 4.167-MILE LOOP & HOURLY SCHEDULE
Loop
Start Time
Cumulative Distance
Milestones Achieved
LOOP 1
7:00 AM
4.17 miles
5K (3.11 miles)
LOOP 2
8:00 AM
8.33 miles
10K (6.21 miles)
LOOP 3
9:00 AM
12.50 miles
-
LOOP 4
10:00 AM
16.67 miles
Half Marathon (13.11 miles)
LOOP 5
11:00 AM
20.83 miles
30K (18.64 miles)
LOOP 6
12:00 PM
25.00 miles
-
LOOP 7
1:00 PM
29.17 miles
Marathon (26.22 miles)
LOOP 8
2:00 PM
33.33 miles
50K Ultra (31.07 miles)
LOOP 9
3:00 PM
37.50 miles
-
LOOP 10
4:00 PM
41.67 miles
-
LOOP 11
5:00 PM
45.83 miles
-
LOOP 12
6:00 PM
50.00 miles
50 Miles (Exactly at Loop 12 finish)
LOOP 13
7:00 PM
54.17 miles
-
LOOP 14
8:00 PM
58.33 miles
-
LOOP 15
9:00 PM
62.50 miles
100K Ultra (62.14 miles)
LOOP 16
10:00 PM
66.67 miles
-
LOOP 17
11:00 PM
70.83 miles
-
LOOP 18
12:00 AM
75.00 miles
-
LOOP 19
1:00 AM
79.17 miles
-
LOOP 20
2:00 AM
83.33 miles
-
LOOP 21
3:00 AM
87.50 miles
-
LOOP 22
4:00 AM
91.67 miles
-
LOOP 23
5:00 AM
95.83 miles
-
LOOP 24
6:00 AM
100.00 miles
100 Miles (Exactly at Loop 24 finish)
HOW FAR WILL YOU GO?
ROUTE MAP HTTPS://WWW.MAPMYRUN.COM/ROUTES/VIEW/6695526427 [https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6695526427]
WHY YOU CANT MISS THIS
Celebrate Americas 250th birthday with purpose.
Run under the big Virginia sky trails, bridges, sidewalk strolls and lakeside views.
Test your body, mind, and spirit in a format that tests you to your core, no matter how many loops you decide to run.
Experience the unmatched camaraderie of an ultra:
Runners lifting each other up and encouraging one another mile after mile
Support Crews cheering for every runner on every loop
Spectators celebrating with you every time you complete a loop
Friendships forged....... some may last a lifetime
Run 1 loop, 5, 10 or more the encouragement only grows every time you cross the line. Every finished loop is a celebration.
Join a community where every runner is a champion and every loop is a celebration of the enduring American spirit. From the camaraderie in the corral to the final 'assist' on the trail, this is where stories of resilience are written in sweat and determination. Your miles have meaning. Your grit has a legacy. It's time to write your own story!
Join us on June 13th for a tribute like no other."
QUICK RACE FACTS
FORMAT: 4.14-mile loop every hour on the hour.
CAUSE: Benefits the Semper Fi & America's Fund.
THE PRIZE: The winner claims a cash prize and the coveted SWORD OF HONOR.
LOCATION: Scenic and historic Loch Lothian in Midlothian, VA.
EVERY RUNNER RECEIVES
A custom-designed race shirt, belt buckle and other race goodies. This isnt just a run its a tribute to the 250th birthday of the United States of America and to the runners and support crews who will join you for your journey.
And if youre the last one standing? Cash prize and THE SWORD OF HONOR a symbol of grit, resilience, and the Backyard Ultra spirit Only one runner will lift it. All others are winners too......... Just no sword to take home.
THE MINI ULTRA RETURNS
Not ready for 30, 40, or 50 miles? Try the Last Stand 1776 Mini Ultra.
Run 1 loop, 2, maybe 3. Maybe pace an ultra runner. Test the format. Experience the energy. Even one loop gives you a beautiful 4mile adventure and a taste of something unforgettable.
YOU MIGHT JUST CATCH THE ULTRA BUG.
How will you answer the call?
"ONE MORE LOOP."
Races
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Last Stand 1776 Backyard Ultra
Incl. $5.50 Fee & Custom Designed Race Shirt
Sat 13th June 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$80.50
THE LAST STAND BACKYARD ULTRA "One Loop. One Hour. One Last Stand." Welcome to the ultimate test of endurance, grit, and mental toughness the Last Stand Backyard Ultra, where only one will remain standing. Set against the rugged beauty of Loch Lothian in Midlothian, Virginia, this is no ordinary race. Every hour, on the hour, runners must toe the line and complete a 4.14-mile loop. Miss the start? You're out. Cant finish within the hour? You're out. The race continues until only ONE runner remains the true Last Stand champion. No time clocks. Just the will to go one more loop. Whether youre in it for glory or to push your personal limits, the Last Stand is a battle of heart and head. Its a race where strategy meets insanity, and every loop tells a new story of resilience. Will you answer the call? Will you outlast them all? This isnt just a race its your Last Stand. ONE MORE LOOP! -
Last Stand 1776 Mini Backyard Ultra
Incl. $3.70 Fee
Sat 13th June 2026 (7:00AM EDT)
$48.70
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