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. The event is produced by EX2 Adventures and offers two course options at Fountainhead Regional Park, which lies on the Occoquan Reservoir. The race includes on-course aid stations, medical support, post-race food, volunteer support, and optional finish medals. The event has a charity partnership with Homestretch to raise awareness and funds during registration.
Distances
- 4.8 miles single loop, elevation gain about 450 feet
- 10.5 miles 5-mile loop plus an out-and-back lollipop on the Bull Run Occoquan Trail
Logistics and services
The race uses hiking trails and some old dirt roads within Fountainhead Regional Park (10875 Hampton Road, Fairfax Station, VA 22039). Race numbers must be worn on the front and visible. Portable in-ear music devices are not permitted. Pets, pacers, and baby strollers are not allowed on the course. There are no cut-off times. Race swag varies by series stop; Fountainhead swag options include a tri-blend t-shirt or a water bottle. Finish medals are optional for individual races; completing all five series races earns a series medal.
Additional programs and policies
A supervised kids program is offered by Little Fern Learning with separate fees. Referral rewards provide refunds for referring multiple participants. Age groups include Male, Female, and Non-Binary categories with standard age brackets from 12 and under through 70-79. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.