Van Gaalen Cheese Farm has been the venue for several Backyard events and remains a popular choice for those aiming to extend their distance. Featuring a modest 39m of elevation gain per lap, this mostly flat course offers an ideal opportunity for participants to test their limits.
Venue Records
2025 - Donovan Shirley (28 Laps)
2024 - Nicky Booyens (28 Laps)
2023 - Ramaketse Lekaka (32 Laps)
2021 - Wandisile Nongodlwana (31 Laps)
VENUE
Van Gaalen Cheese Farm
R560 Provincial road, Skeerpoort, Hartbeespoort, 0232
START TIME
Saturday 1st Aug @ 09H00
FACILITIES AVAILABLE AT THE VENUE
Camping | Showers | Toilets
Power | Charging Stations | Water
Braai Facilities | Urn | Coffee and Tea
Food available at the local restaurant
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Silver Ticket Event:
Van Gaalen Backyard Ultra is a ‘Silver Ticket’ event meaning that the winners of the Silver Ticket events will have a place on the national team and compete against the World at the Backyard Ultra World Team Champs - 17th of October 2026.
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