The Devils Race Track Backyard Ultra
- Date Sat 10th October 2026
- Time 7:00AM CDT
- Location Huntsville, Alabama
- Price $85.80
- Races 1 race
- Distances Ultra
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at The Devils Race Track Backyard Ultra, taking place on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at the stunning Wade Mountain Preserve in Huntsville, Madison. This unique race invites both seasoned runners and newcomers to challenge themselves in a competitive yet fun atmosphere. With a course designed in the spirit of the original backyard ultra format, participants will tackle a loop of exactly 4.167 miles every hour. Runners must complete each loop within the hour to continue racing, all while enjoying the beautiful trails and the thrill of the competition.
Whether you’re aiming for a spot in the championship at Big Dog's Backyard Ultra or simply want to enjoy a day of running, this event promises an unforgettable adventure. As the sun sets, the race transitions to a road loop, keeping the excitement alive throughout the night. So mark your calendars and prepare to run for fun or glory at an event that truly embodies the spirit of the South!
Whether you’re aiming for a spot in the championship at Big Dog's Backyard Ultra or simply want to enjoy a day of running, this event promises an unforgettable adventure. As the sun sets, the race transitions to a road loop, keeping the excitement alive throughout the night. So mark your calendars and prepare to run for fun or glory at an event that truly embodies the spirit of the South!
Organiser's Description
Come join us at the Land Trust of North Alabamas Wade Mountain Preserve!
Whether youre looking to qualify for the championship at Big Dogs Backyard Ultra or just looking to try something new, this is the race for you. Weve created a course using the traditional format and a very comparable course for you to see just how far you can go.
If you aint first, youre last! Here in the south we know racing and the Devils Racetrack is the real deal. Come run for fun or run for glory. Either way youre guaranteed to be in first place until youre done.
Our race is setup as Lazarus Lake intended it, with the first quarter mile or so on road to clear the field then a single track trail loop. Each hour at the top of the hour the horn will blow and the race will start a new. You must be the starting corral to start a loop or your out!
Once darkness arrives the race will move completely to the road loop until the sun comes back up.
Each loop is exactly 4.167 miles and must be completed within the hour if you wish to continue. (Runners must be in the starting corral when the horn sounds!). Thats a 14:24/mile pace or better. You can do it!
For more photos see the galleries at Melissa Hopper Fritz Photography [https://melissahopper.smugmug.com/Fringe-Events/Devils-Race-Track-Backyard-Ultra]
Whether youre looking to qualify for the championship at Big Dogs Backyard Ultra or just looking to try something new, this is the race for you. Weve created a course using the traditional format and a very comparable course for you to see just how far you can go.
If you aint first, youre last! Here in the south we know racing and the Devils Racetrack is the real deal. Come run for fun or run for glory. Either way youre guaranteed to be in first place until youre done.
Our race is setup as Lazarus Lake intended it, with the first quarter mile or so on road to clear the field then a single track trail loop. Each hour at the top of the hour the horn will blow and the race will start a new. You must be the starting corral to start a loop or your out!
Once darkness arrives the race will move completely to the road loop until the sun comes back up.
Each loop is exactly 4.167 miles and must be completed within the hour if you wish to continue. (Runners must be in the starting corral when the horn sounds!). Thats a 14:24/mile pace or better. You can do it!
For more photos see the galleries at Melissa Hopper Fritz Photography [https://melissahopper.smugmug.com/Fringe-Events/Devils-Race-Track-Backyard-Ultra]
Races
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Backyard Ultra
Incl. $5.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 10th October 2026 (7:00AM CDT)
$85.80
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10130 Spragins Hollow Rd NW, Huntsville, 35810, AL, United States
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