M*A*S*H Backyard Ultra

– The M*A*S*H Backyard Ultra, held at Queen Elizabeth Park on the Kāpiti Coast, features a unique last-one-standing format where participants must complete a set course within an hour to remain in competition.
– The course includes a variety of terrains such as paddocks, coastal paths, historic trails, ex-farm tracks, wetlands, and forested areas, with a modest elevation gain of approximately 60 meters per lap.
– Participants are required to be self-sufficient, providing their own shelter, food, hydration, and any other necessary equipment to sustain themselves throughout the event.
– The event serves as a tribute to U.S. Marines stationed at the park during WWII, with a partnership with the Kāpiti U.S. Marines Trust to preserve local WWII history. A portion of the event’s proceeds goes towards restoring historical exhibits.
– The winner of this event secures a guaranteed place in the New Zealand team for the Backyard Ultra World Team Championship, as it is one of four silver ticket events in New Zealand for 2026.