Fall Backyard Burn - Hemlock

Clifton, United States • 15 Nov 2026

Event information

The Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Hemlock Overlook takes place on Sunday, November 15, 2026, in Clifton, VA. The event is produced by EX2 Adventures and is part of the Fall Backyard Burn series. The race offers two distances and a multi-race bundle option with a 10% discount per event. The event lists Homestretch as the charity partner.

Course and location

Location: Hemlock Overlook, 13220 Yates Ford Road, Clifton, VA 20124. The park is described as a 425 acre area along the banks of Bull Run. The course uses hiking trails, old dirt roads, and open fields, including sections of the Bull Run Occoquan Trail. The routes include forested fire roads, twisty hiking trails, stream crossings, grassy fields, and minimal pavement. Runners will encounter rocks, roots, and sections along Bull Run. Wildlife sightings in the park may include deer, beaver, turkey, osprey, and great blue heron. The course has several spectator-friendly areas designated for family and friends.

Distances Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

  • 5 Mile
  • 10 Mile

Race information

10 mi
10 Mile
5 mi
5 Mile
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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