Backyard Everest

The Backyard Everest event on 12 September 2026 is a unique endurance running event in Athelstone, South Australia. Runners take on a 5.3km loop with 369m of vert every hour. Each lap builds the elevation, each summit brings you higher - from Table Mountain (3 hours) to the ultimate goal to conquer the height of Mount Everest (8848m) in 24 hours. Runners will be chasing summits, medals, and their own limits. Ultra Series Australia Ultra Series SA - Next in series (24 to 25 October 2026) - Previous in series (15 August 2026)