Mad Trapper Summer Backyard Ultra
The Region’s Original Backyard Ultra — Brutal Loop, Bigger Possibility
At The Ark, just 40 minutes north of Ottawa, this backyard ultra is run on true singletrack through deep forest on a loop known for breaking runners down fast. That’s why we also offer the shorter Kristi Loop version — not to make it easy, but to help runners last longer and go farther. We also host the world’s only 2-person team Backyard Ultra, adding a unique strategic twist to an already brutal format. Every hour ...
Highlights
Run loops hourly until you're the final survivor standing.
Race through forest trails at The Ark, 40 minutes north of Ottawa.
Unique 2-person team format with flexible pacing strategies and shared elimination.
Same relentless format with snow, frost, and shorter loops for winter warriors.
Famous Mad Trapper feast with chili, brownies, and beer after the race.
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Mad Trapper Summer Backyard Ultra
The Region’s Original Backyard Ultra — Brutal Loop, Bigger Possibility
At The Ark, just 40 minutes north of Ottawa, this backyard ultra is run on true singletrack through deep forest on a loop known for breaking runners down fast. That’s why we also offer the shorter Kristi Loop version — not to make it easy, but to help runners last longer and go farther. We also host the world’s only 2-person team Backyard Ultra, adding a unique strategic twist to an already brutal format. Every hour ...
Highlights
Run loops hourly until you're the final survivor standing.
Race through forest trails at The Ark, 40 minutes north of Ottawa.
Unique 2-person team format with flexible pacing strategies and shared elimination.
Same relentless format with snow, frost, and shorter loops for winter warriors.
Famous Mad Trapper feast with chili, brownies, and beer after the race.