Fall Backyard Burn @ Hemlock
Clifton, United States • 16 Nov 2025
Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run – Hemlock Overlook is held at Hemlock Overlook in Clifton, VA, along the Bull Run. The event offers 5- and 10-mile options (5.2 and 9.5 miles respectively), with elevation gains around 600 and 1,200 feet. The course weaves through forested fire roads, twisty hiking trails (including the Bull Run Occoquan Trail), old dirt roads and open fields, with rocks and roots and occasional stream crossings. It’s designed to be spectator-friendly with designated cheer zones, plus supported aid stations and ample post-race food. The race partners with Homestretch; medals are optional and swag varies by race. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.