Last Stand 1776 Backyard Ultra and "Mini" Ultra
About this race
LAST STAND 1776 BACKYARD ULTRA
June 13, 2026 • 7:00 AM • Midlothian, VA
This isn’t just a race — it’s a mission. (as crazy as it might seem)
On June 13th, step into a one‑of‑a‑kind endurance challenge honoring freedom, sacrifice, and America’s 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 have meaning.
WHAT’S A BACKYARD ULTRA?
A battle of will, strategy, and mental toughness — not speed.
Every hour on the hour, you run a 4.14‑mile 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 on the hour before the bell rings and you are off on your next adventure.
Miss the cutoff? Your race ends.
That’s the magic: it’s your race to run. One loop or twenty — you choose your challenge.
Set a mileage goal. Hit a milestone. Chase a breakthrough. Go for the win. There are no losers… just some who last a little longer and go a little further.
Can you dig deep enough to say “ONE MORE LOOP”?
HOW FAR CAN YOU GO?
Each loop unlocks a milestone:
1 loop — 4.14 miles — 5K plus a mile for good measure
2 Loops --- 8.28 miles- a 10K and some change
3 loops --- 12.42 miles--20K
4 loops — 16.56 miles — Half Marathon plus 3 more for good measure
5 loops ---- 20.7 miles----20 miles plus
7 loops — 28.98 miles — Marathon plus almost a 5K
8 loops — 33.12 miles — 50K plus a few steps more
13 loops — 53.82 miles — 50 Miles plus a strong 5k
15 loops — 62.4 miles —Just short of 100K
24 loops — 100 miles — The Big One
How far will you go?
Route Map https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6695526427
WHY YOU CAN’T MISS THIS
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with purpose.
Run under the big Virginia sky — trails, bridges, lakeside views.
Test your body, mind, and spirit in a format that reveals who you are.
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 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 Loch Lothian in Midlothian, VA.
EVERY RUNNER RECEIVES
A custom-designed race shirt, belt buckle and race swag you’ll actually want to wear. Take home the coveted "belt buckle" and other goodies. This isn’t just a run — it’s a tribute.
And if you’re 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 a runner. Test the format. Experience the energy. Even one loop gives you a beautiful 4‑mile adventure — and a taste of something unforgettable.
You might just catch the Ultra Bug.
How will you answer the call?
"One more loop."
Join fellow runners on April 5, 2025 for the Last Stand 1776 Backyard Ultra and "Mini" Ultra. It's a fantastic Ultra, 6.7K featuring a flat and fast course in Midlothian.
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Running
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Last Stand U.S. Army Backyard Ultra
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 4.167-mile loop. Miss the start? You're out. Can’t 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 you’re in it for glory or to push your personal limits, the Last Stand is a battle of heart and head. It’s 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 isn’t just a race — it’s your Last Stand.
Last Stand Backyard Ultra Mini
Run one lap, two laps, or more, the race is yours to run however you would like and any distance you want! Maybe even run a loop or two as a a pacer for one of the ultra-runners. And who knows - you just might catch the Ultra Bug!
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About Midlothian
Last Stand 1776 Backyard Ultra and "Mini" Ultra takes place in Midlothian, Virginia, United States. The local timezone is America/New_York.
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