Fall Burke Lake 5K & 10K
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2026 Fall Burke Lake 5k & 10k
This event takes place on September 20 at Burke Lake Park in Fairfax Station, VA. It offers two distance options:
- 5 km
- 10 km
The courses combine paved road and trail sections. The first and last half mile of both races are on paved roads. The trail sections include some roots but are described as fairly well maintained and without major elevation gains. Water stations are placed along each course: two on the 5k and three on the 10k, with Gatorade available at some stations. Restrooms are located near the ice cream parlor in the park.
The event is chip timed. Registered participants receive a finisher’s medal and a technical (Dri-Fit) event shirt; shirts are guaranteed for those registered before September 9, with extras available afterward on a first-come, first-served basis. Packet pickup is available at the event; arriving about one hour before the race to check in is recommended. Race day registration is available, but shirt sizes cannot be guaranteed for those who register on race day. A virtual race option is offered for participants who cannot attend in person.
Results are posted live on Athlinks and via a QR code at the event; final results with series points are posted the Monday after the race. Points count toward the Year-Long 5k, 10k and Back of the Pack Series and the Summer Series. Walkers are welcome. The event benefits Operation Turbo. Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and to first and second in standard age categories. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
