Margalla Backyard Ultra 2025
Event Date:
November 29, 2025
Event Time:
8:00 am
Event Location:
F-9 Park Gate 4 (F-8 Side)
The backyard is the brainchild of Lazarus Lake, the race director of Barkley Marathons. Backyard ultra is a form of ultra-marathon race where competitors must consecutively run laps with a distance of 6.706km or exactly 6706 meters (4.167 miles) in less than one hour. When each lap is completed, the remaining time within the hour is typically used to recover for the next hour’s lap, which starts at the top of the hour. Runners continue to run laps till there is only one runner left. S/he is declared the finisher/winner once s/he runs the last lap, within the hour.
Meeting Time: 07:00 am at F-9 Park Gate 4 (F-8 Side) Islamabad, Pakistan. F-9 Park, Ravi Gate 4.
RACE Starting Time: 09:00 am
Level: Easy to Advanced
Duration of Loop: 1 hour
Terrain: Gravel and Dirt
Distance: 6.7km (4.1-mile) loop. You can run as many loops until remains last one standing
Ascent: 118ft (36 meters).
Margalla Backyard Ultra participants will receive.
- Finisher Medal
- The Last One Standing will receive a Special Medal
- Chance to Be selected in Team Pakistan-BYU World Championship 2026
Event FAQs
https://backyardultra.com/rules/
“Margalla Backyard Ultra” follows the exact same format as the famous “Big Dog's Backyard Ultra”.
Runners must complete 4.1-mile (6.706km or exactly 6706 meters) loop in an hour until only 1 runner remains.
The bell will be sounded exactly on the hour and if you have failed to make the starting area before the bell rings, then you will be disqualified from the event and will become one of the many DNF’s!
There will be only 1 athlete who does not receive a DNF (Did Not Finish) and he/she will be the champion.
You will need to get your pacing right, as going too fast and you are going to be hanging around at the start waiting to go again, but take it too easy and you may find yourself working harder than you need to, to make the time limit.
Margalla Backyard Ultra (MBU) follows the exact same format and rules as the famous “Big Dog's Backyard Ultra”. Kindly go through the rules properly.
MBU will be held in F-9 Park. The Park has its own regulations. Participants or crew members must not damage any property of the Park.
Runners have to follow the Backyard Ultra Rules. If anyone is found to breach or NOT follow the rules, he/she will be DISQUALIFIED.
Margalla Backyard Ultra Course/Route has already been shared. GPX file will also be shared.
In the first loop, volunteers will guide the route to all runners, especially those running for the first time in the Park, or they can follow or run along those who know the route.
Runners must run on the defined Margalla Backyard Ultra course/route. Course Marshals/Monitors will be on the route and will monitor randomly. If anyone is found taking a shortcut or running off the route, he/she will be DISQUALIFIED.
If any of the participants are found guilty of misbehaving with organizers/volunteers or disagreeing with Backyard Ultra Rules, Park Rules, or MBU 24 Guidelines. He/She will be DISQUALIFIED.
If any of the participants are found guilty of misbehaving/ harassing fellow runners or visitors of the Park, he/she will be DISQUALIFIED.
RACE DIRECTOR is decision is FINAL regarding Backyard Ultra Rules, Park Rules, and MBU 24 Guidelines.
Race Director
Javed Ali
The course is in F-9 Park and almost flat with approximately 36m (118ft) of elevation gain on each loop. It can easily be completed within the 1-hour time limit. The course is a mixture of gravel and dirt tracks.
Runners are responsible for their own hydration/water, food, snacks, energy drinks, etc. (Water will be provided by Organizers)
Runners can bring a camp/tent, chair, cup/glass, power bank, blanket, etc. (Especially those planning to run long).
Runners have to arrange their running gear, head/hand torch, rain Jacket & Trouser, windbreakers, etc., (Especially those who are planning to run more than 8 loops or during the night).
Runners must plan and bring running gear day and nighttime and winter weather accordingly. (Especially those who are planning to run more than 8 loops).
Runners can pitch a SMALL CMAP inside the Marquee or Large Tent area on a first come first serve basis. They can pitch their camps outside the Shamiyana or Large Tent area if space is unavailable.
Runner/Participant can be accompanied by a team maximum 2 support/crew members). If any runner has more than 2 crew/supporting members he/she can pitch his/her camp outside the Shamiyana. At night time, he/she can move his/her camp into the Shamiyana. (We have to give space to all participants/runners inside the Large Tent area).
Toilets are available inside the Park.
MBU will be held in F-9 Park. The Park has its own regulations. Participants or crew members must not damage any property of the Park.
You cannot throw litter on the track. It would be best if you put litter in the BINS while running on the track.
At the Race venue, Start/Finish area, Garbage Bags will be available. You have to put your litter in the garbage bags.
Volunteers/Organizers are only for RACE ARRANGEMENTS and management. They are NOT responsible for your or your crew members’ personal support.
I declare, that I will abide by the rules of the Race and accept that the organizers will not be liable for any loss, damage, action, claim, costs or expenses which may arise in consequence of my participation in this event.
I declare that I will not compete in this race, unless I am in good health and will be competing at my own risk.
I authorize the organizers to use any details or photographs (before, during and after the event) for publicity and promotion purposes.
· The organizers of the race have the right to refuse entry and the decision of their officials will be final.
· Race registration only for people over 12+
· The Organizer reserves the right to cancel or make any last-minute alterations to the route or cancel any race due to FORCE MAJEUR circumstances.
· Additionally, all athletes should use due care under the circumstances to comply with all rules, regulations, statutes, and laws of Pakistan.
· Your decision to voluntarily partake in the event/race signifies your acknowledgment of the disclaimer and that you shall not bring any legal action against organizers of the events for any claim.
· Your signature will be required upon registration in order to participate, as a confirmation that you have read, accept and will abide to the laws & rules as specified in the declaration above.
I have read and understand the information regarding this event and understand that I participate in this event at my own risk.