Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Fountainhead

Fairfax Station, United States • 7 Dec 2025

Event overview

The Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run at Fountainhead Regional Park takes place on Sunday, December 7, 2025, in Fairfax Station, VA (10875 Hampton Road). The course runs along the Occoquan Reservoir and uses hiking trails and some old dirt roads. Two distances are offered:

  • 4.8 miles - single loop, approximately 450 feet elevation gain
  • 10.5 miles - 5-mile loop plus an out-and-back lollipop on the Bull Run Occoquan Trail, approximately 950 feet elevation gain

The event includes a charity partnership with Homestretch.

Logistics, services and rules

Registration fees cover professional race operations, volunteer support, aid stations, medical support, post-race food, music, awards, giveaways, and race swag; finish medals are an optional add-on. A separate kids program (ages 2-11) is provided by Little Fern Learning; pre-registration and a program fee apply ($55 for first child, $45 for a second child/sibling). Series bundle and referral reward options are available through the organizer.

Key race rules: in-ear headphones are not permitted; outside assistance is restricted to within 50 meters of aid stations; race numbers must be worn on the front and visible; pets, pacers and baby strollers are not allowed; there are no cut-off times; racers must stay on designated trails and notify officials if they drop out. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 mi
950 m+
10 Mile
5 mi
450 m+
5 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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