Trail RunningUTMB Index Races

The One Backyard Ultra

Trail Running covering 6.7 km to 234.5 km with up to 1,930 m D+ in Sidi Ettaïb Bled Dendou (Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, Morocco)

LocationSidi Ettaïb Bled Dendou, Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, MoroccoShow on map(34.1709° N, 6.6171° W)
Date & StatusDate to be announcedDate TBA
Elevation gainUp to +1,930 m

The One Backyard Ultra is an endurance sporting event in Sidi Ettaïb Bled Dendou, Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, MA focused on Trail Running. It is part of UTMB Index Races. Key features include Nature & Off-Road, Forest, Mountain, High Altitude.

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including The One Backyard Ultra 21 Loops (234.5 km, +1,930 m D+), The One Backyard Ultra 17 Loops (187.6 km, +1,540 m D+), The One backyard Ultra 15 Loops (147.4 km, +1,210 m D+), and The One backyard Ultra 1 Loop (6.71 km, +255 m D+). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer. Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (moroccobackyardultra.com).

Official website
The One Backyard Ultra in Sidi Ettaïb Bled Dendou (Work: "Toubkal mountain peak (Unsplash)", Photo: Dan Gold danielcgold, License: CC0 1.0, Source: Wikimedia Commons)
"Toubkal mountain peak (Unsplash)" · Photo: Dan Gold danielcgold · Wikimedia CommonsCC0 1.0
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Event characteristics

Nature & Off-RoadForestMountainHigh Altitude

Races & distances (4)

CompetitionDisciplineDistanceElevation gainAltitude rangeCourse typeCourse & profile
The One Backyard Ultra 21 LoopsTrail Running234.5 km+1,930 m1,150 m - 1,961 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The One Backyard Ultra 17 LoopsTrail Running187.6 km+1,540 m1,153 m - 1,800 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The One backyard Ultra 15 LoopsTrail Running147.4 km+1,210 m1,156 m - 1,664 mLoop courseRoute & profile
The One backyard Ultra 1 LoopTrail Running6.71 km+255 m1,159 m - 1,266 mLoop courseRoute & profile
Course & Elevation Telemetry

Course route & map

Distance
234.5 km
Elevation gain
+1,930 m D+
Elevation loss
-1,930 m D-
Altitude range
1,150 m - 1,961 m
Gradient (Avg / Max)
1.6 % / 2.9 %
Course format
Loop course
234.5 km+1,930 m D+
Start (S)Finish (F)
N255075100125150175200FS34.1709° N, 6.6171° W

Elevation profile & course telemetry

Altitude from 1,150 m to 1,961 m above sea level (+1,930 m D+, -1,930 m D-)

Peak: 1,961 m·at 131.7 km·Ø 1.6 %
1,150 m1,420 m1,691 m1,961 m0 km46.9 km93.8 km140.7 km187.6 km234.5 km1,961 m
Event Information & Answers

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

When and where does The One Backyard Ultra take place?

The One Backyard Ultra takes place in Sidi Ettaïb Bled Dendou, Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, MA (start area at coordinates 34.1709° N, 6.6171° W). The exact date for the next edition is currently open and will be announced by the organizer.

What races and distances are offered at The One Backyard Ultra?

The race program comprises 4 competitions, including The One Backyard Ultra 21 Loops (234.5 km, +1,930 m D+), The One Backyard Ultra 17 Loops (187.6 km, +1,540 m D+), The One backyard Ultra 15 Loops (147.4 km, +1,210 m D+), and The One backyard Ultra 1 Loop (6.71 km, +255 m D+). The competitions belong to Trail Running.

What is the course layout and elevation profile for The One Backyard Ultra?

The main competition (The One Backyard Ultra 21 Loops over 234.5 km) is designed as a loop course featuring +1,930 m of elevation gain and -1,930 m of elevation loss, ranging between 1,150 m and 1,961 m above sea level. An interactive course map with route visualization, elevation profile, and GPX export is available in the course section on this page.

Where can I find registration and official race rules for The One Backyard Ultra?

Official race regulations, course details, and registration information are provided on the organizer's website (moroccobackyardultra.com).