Pigs Backyard Ultra
Trail in New Zealand, Dunedin
About
The final Pigs Backyard Ultra on February 14, 2026 at Silverstream reserve, Dunedin, New Zealand — a self-supported backyard ultras loop event with music, coffee, and suppporters welcome on course.
Catering & aid stations
BBQ and coffee available during the day; no aid stations on course — this is a self-supported event. Verbal encouragement allowed; no handing items to runners.
Pacers
This is a self-supported backyard ultra — there are no pacers. The event uses a one-hour yard loop: runners must start each lap on the hour (signalled by bell) from the pig pen corral; late starts are not allowed.
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What's included in entry
- Event entry
- Coffee (Grid Coffee Roasters)
- BBQ food available for purchase
- Live music and karaoke
- Camping space for you and your support
FAQ
What is the loop distance and cutoff?
Each lap is 6.71 km and must be completed within one hour. The next lap starts on the hour.
Is there support on course?
No aid stations are provided. This is a self-supported event; verbal encouragement is allowed, but no handing of food, liquids, or gear.
What are the registration dates and prices?
Regular entry is $150 (NZD) until January 14, 2026. Late entry is $180 (NZD) after January 14th if spaces remain.
Are teams allowed?
Yes — teams of 4 (mixed gender) are allowed. Each member runs laps individually; team score is the sum of laps completed.
Last updated: Jun 6, 2026, 12:07:30 AM
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