Austin's Backyard Marathon & Memorial Day Remembrance Run
From Fit Foundation
- Date Sat 23rd May 2026
- Time 8:00AM CDT
- Location Marble Falls, Texas
- Price $84.74 - $116.54
- Races 3 races
- Distances Marathon, Ultra, Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable endurance experience at Austin's Backyard Marathon & Memorial Day Remembrance Run, organized by the Fit Foundation! Set to take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, near Lago Vista in the stunning Texas Hill Country, this event promises breathtaking views of Lake Travis and a challenging course that will push your limits. The unique Backyard Ultra format invites participants to tackle a 4.167-mile loop every hour, with various distance options available, including half marathon (4 loops), marathon (7 loops), and even ultra distances for the most daring.
Whether you're aiming to compete for the title of the last runner standing or simply set a personal challenge, this event offers an inclusive atmosphere for all levels of runners. You'll earn recognition for your accomplishments, with medals for completing specific loop milestones. With fully stocked aid stations and a custom event t-shirt included, this is an event you won't want to miss. Join us in the beautiful Texas Hill Country and see how far you can go—register today!
Whether you're aiming to compete for the title of the last runner standing or simply set a personal challenge, this event offers an inclusive atmosphere for all levels of runners. You'll earn recognition for your accomplishments, with medals for completing specific loop milestones. With fully stocked aid stations and a custom event t-shirt included, this is an event you won't want to miss. Join us in the beautiful Texas Hill Country and see how far you can go—register today!
Organiser's Description
AUSTIN'S BACKYARD MARATHON
HOW FAR WILL YOU GO?
"So, the last shall be first, and the first last"
BRONZE TICKET QUALIFIER
[Runners on Lake Travis Hill Country trail]
TEXAS HILL COUNTRY PARADISE
Nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, our event takes place near Lago Vista, just 30 miles northwest of Austin. The course winds around a peninsula jutting into Lake Travis, offering stunning water views and the natural beauty of Central Texas. Experience the perfect blend of challenging terrain and breathtaking landscapes that will keep you motivated hour after hour.
Join us for Austin's Backyard Marathon & Memorial Day Remembrance Run, a unique endurance event that allows you to push your limits in the beautiful Hill Country. This officially sanctioned Backyard Ultra is not just a race, it's a test of mental fortitude, strategic pacing, and physical endurance that will challenge you in ways you've never experienced.
THE BACKYARD ULTRA FORMAT
LAST PERSON STANDING CHALLENGE
This is an officially sanctioned Backyard Ultra. Complete each 4.167-mile loop within 60 minutes to continue. A new loop starts at the top of each hour.
FOLLOWING OUR SUCCESSFUL 2025 INAUGURAL EVENT, WE ARE WORKING TOWARD BRONZE TICKET QUALIFYING STATUS FOR 2026. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON OUR CERTIFICATION PROGRESS!
MEMORIAL DAY REMEMBRANCE RUN
SET YOUR OWN CHALLENGE FOR A MEMORIAL DAY REMEMBRANCE RUN
While the last runner standing wins the overall championship and qualifying spot, you're welcome to participate according to your own goals. Many runners choose to complete a specific number of loops rather than competing in the last-person-standing challenge.
You'll earn recognition based on your achievement: Complete 1 loop (4-miles) for a woodallion, 4 loops for half marathon medal, 7 loops for marathon medal, or 8+ loops for ultra medal. Simply notify race staff when you've reached your personal goal.
THE RULES FOR THE LAST RUNNER STANDING ARE SIMPLE
* The course is a 4.167-mile (6.706 km) loop
* A new loop starts at the top of each hour
* Participants must complete each loop within the hour to continue
* Runners are eliminated if they fail to complete a loop in time or choose not to start the next loop
* The last person to complete a loop is declared the overall winner
RACE DISTANCE EQUIVALENTS
HALF MARATHON
4 Loops
13.1 miles
MARATHON
7 Loops
26.2 miles
50K
8 Loops
31 miles
50 MILES
12 Loops
50 miles
100K
15 Loops
62 miles
100 MILES
24 Loops
100 miles
"This variation in terrain, from exposed shoreline paths to shaded and paved sections, will provide crucial diversity over extended hours of running. The course change also gives runners a mental reset, which can be psychologically significant in a format that tests mental endurance as much as physical stamina."
AWARDS
FINISHER MEDAL
Complete at least one loop
HALF MARATHON MEDAL
Complete 4 loops (13.1 miles)
MARATHON MEDAL
Complete 7 loops (26.2 miles)
ULTRA MEDAL
Complete 8+ loops (33.336+ miles)
LAST PERSON STANDING
Overall winner + Bronze Ticket
WHAT'S INCLUDED
EVENT ENTRY
Access to this unique endurance challenge in the Texas Hill Country
CUSTOM EVENT T-SHIRT
Commemorative shirt to remember your achievement
FINISHER'S MEDAL
Earn a medal by completing at least one loop
AID STATION SUPPORT
Fully stocked aid stations to keep you going hour after hour
READY TO TEST YOUR LIMITS?
Join us for this unique endurance challenge in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. How many loops can you complete?
REGISTER NOW!
HOW FAR WILL YOU GO?
"So, the last shall be first, and the first last"
BRONZE TICKET QUALIFIER
[Runners on Lake Travis Hill Country trail]
TEXAS HILL COUNTRY PARADISE
Nestled in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, our event takes place near Lago Vista, just 30 miles northwest of Austin. The course winds around a peninsula jutting into Lake Travis, offering stunning water views and the natural beauty of Central Texas. Experience the perfect blend of challenging terrain and breathtaking landscapes that will keep you motivated hour after hour.
Join us for Austin's Backyard Marathon & Memorial Day Remembrance Run, a unique endurance event that allows you to push your limits in the beautiful Hill Country. This officially sanctioned Backyard Ultra is not just a race, it's a test of mental fortitude, strategic pacing, and physical endurance that will challenge you in ways you've never experienced.
THE BACKYARD ULTRA FORMAT
LAST PERSON STANDING CHALLENGE
This is an officially sanctioned Backyard Ultra. Complete each 4.167-mile loop within 60 minutes to continue. A new loop starts at the top of each hour.
FOLLOWING OUR SUCCESSFUL 2025 INAUGURAL EVENT, WE ARE WORKING TOWARD BRONZE TICKET QUALIFYING STATUS FOR 2026. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES ON OUR CERTIFICATION PROGRESS!
MEMORIAL DAY REMEMBRANCE RUN
SET YOUR OWN CHALLENGE FOR A MEMORIAL DAY REMEMBRANCE RUN
While the last runner standing wins the overall championship and qualifying spot, you're welcome to participate according to your own goals. Many runners choose to complete a specific number of loops rather than competing in the last-person-standing challenge.
You'll earn recognition based on your achievement: Complete 1 loop (4-miles) for a woodallion, 4 loops for half marathon medal, 7 loops for marathon medal, or 8+ loops for ultra medal. Simply notify race staff when you've reached your personal goal.
THE RULES FOR THE LAST RUNNER STANDING ARE SIMPLE
* The course is a 4.167-mile (6.706 km) loop
* A new loop starts at the top of each hour
* Participants must complete each loop within the hour to continue
* Runners are eliminated if they fail to complete a loop in time or choose not to start the next loop
* The last person to complete a loop is declared the overall winner
RACE DISTANCE EQUIVALENTS
HALF MARATHON
4 Loops
13.1 miles
MARATHON
7 Loops
26.2 miles
50K
8 Loops
31 miles
50 MILES
12 Loops
50 miles
100K
15 Loops
62 miles
100 MILES
24 Loops
100 miles
"This variation in terrain, from exposed shoreline paths to shaded and paved sections, will provide crucial diversity over extended hours of running. The course change also gives runners a mental reset, which can be psychologically significant in a format that tests mental endurance as much as physical stamina."
AWARDS
FINISHER MEDAL
Complete at least one loop
HALF MARATHON MEDAL
Complete 4 loops (13.1 miles)
MARATHON MEDAL
Complete 7 loops (26.2 miles)
ULTRA MEDAL
Complete 8+ loops (33.336+ miles)
LAST PERSON STANDING
Overall winner + Bronze Ticket
WHAT'S INCLUDED
EVENT ENTRY
Access to this unique endurance challenge in the Texas Hill Country
CUSTOM EVENT T-SHIRT
Commemorative shirt to remember your achievement
FINISHER'S MEDAL
Earn a medal by completing at least one loop
AID STATION SUPPORT
Fully stocked aid stations to keep you going hour after hour
READY TO TEST YOUR LIMITS?
Join us for this unique endurance challenge in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. How many loops can you complete?
REGISTER NOW!
Races
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Austin's Backyard Ultra
Incl. $7.54 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$116.54
run any distance 4.17 miles (1 loop) or more. Other race distance Equivalents: Half Marathon (13.1): Complete 4 loops Marathon (26.2): Complete 7 loops 50K (31 miles): Complete 8 loops 50 Miles: Complete 12 loops 100K (62 miles): Complete 15 loops 100 Miles: Complete 24 loops -
Memorial Day Remembrance Marathon
Incl. $6.94 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$105.94
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Memorial Day Remembrance Half-Marathon
Incl. $5.74 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 23rd May 2026 (8:00AM CDT)
$84.74
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