Backyard Sierra Tarahumara

In the lands of the Sierra Tarahumara the Raramuri peoples have a proverb: "When you run on the Earth and with the Earth you can run forever" - come run forever.  The Copper Canyons hosted the Mexican Championship for the 2020 Backyard Team World Championships and saw an amazing race that featured local Raramuri athletes go over 60 loops on a course that was over 9,000 ft elevation and had way too much elevation gain each loop.  That course is now retired to history, and a venue much more favorable to going long has been established. You will run at the bottom of a Canyon system that is deeper and wider than the US Grand Canyon. The out-and-back course follows along the Rio Urique with magical views in every direction. December the weather should be ideal with no rain and perfect day and night temperatures, giving you every chance to meet and exceed your goals. Raramuri Corredores are known for their ability to run great distances, and this event will feature some of the best of the best athletes from throughout the Sierra. Come run with these inspiring runners and come run forever.....

This is a Backyard Ultra World Qualifying event and as such will follow the rules, regulations of the Backyard Ultra Organization (www.backyardultra.com) as required. Each loop is and out-n-back totaling 4.1667 miles All runners have exactly one-hour to complete the loop and be in the corral to begin the next loop ("yard"). 

We have an option for 'Self-Supported' (only water and some fruit provided) or "Aid Included' which offers 3 meals daily in addition to the fruit and water. All other needs must be met by the runner.