Cederberg Backyard Ultra 2025

Welcome to the Cederberg Backyard Ultra - where endurance meets untamed wilderness. More than a race, it’s a brutal test of grit, resilience, and community spirit. Set against the raw beauty of the Cederberg mountains, this event strips runners to their core, loop by loop.

Event Format:

An unconventional Backyard Ultra with a twist.

Cederberg Backyard Ultra:

Start Time: 00h00 (Midnight Friday)

End Time: 00h00 (Midnight Saturday)

• Starting at midnight on Friday, runners must complete a 7.8km loop with 400m of elevation every 90 minutes for 22.5 consecutive hours - 15 loops.
• At the 16th loop, if more than one runner remains, a final footrace decides the winner: whoever finishes first, wins. This is not a traditional Last Man Standing event. Only runners that have completed all loops, can win.

Day Walkers:

The addition of a day walker loop allows families, supporters, and less competitive runners to share in the experience, soaking in the course and supporting their runners out on the trail. It’s not just a race - it’s a communal test of resilience.

Start Time: 06h00 Saturday.

End Time: 18h00 Saturday.

• No time limit per lap.
• Support your runner

More Than Just a Race

The Cederberg Backyard Ultra is not about who runs the fastest - it’s about how far you’re willing to go. Every loop is an opportunity to challenge yourself, dig deeper, and be part of a collective journey of resilience and determination.

Venue & Facilities

The race takes place at Jamaka Organic Farm, a stunning wilderness retreat in the Cederberg. Runners will have access to:

- A designated start/finish area for refueling, hydrating, and resting between loops.

- A shared camping spot at the race village (included in the ticket price).

- Camping facilities for runners and supporters.

- A community-driven atmosphere where every participant, whether first-time ultra-runner or seasoned athlete, is welcomed and supported.

Beyond the race, we are proud to support Sustainable Ceder, an organization dedicated to restoring the natural beauty of the Cederberg. During planting season, they go out and plant hundreds of cedar saplings to enrich and preserve this incredible landscape. A portion of every ticket sold will go directly to them, meaning your effort on the trail contributes to something even bigger - helping the Cederberg thrive for generations to come.

What’s Included in Your Entry?

- A shared camping spot at the race village.

- Race participation.

- Access to aid station and race support.

- A chance to push yourself beyond your limits in a breathtaking setting.

***Disclaimer***

Quite hours during evening times, no music.

A portion of the ticket going to our sustainability partner hence, no refunds or deferrals.

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