Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Lake Fairfax

Reston, United States • 19 Oct 2025

The Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run at Lake Fairfax Park in Reston, VA, offers runners a scenic and challenging experience on a 5.1-mile singletrack course with minimal pavement and about 300 feet of elevation gain per lap. Participants can choose to run one lap (5 miles) or two laps (10 miles), with the course featuring smooth trails, some technical sections with rocks and roots, and rolling short climbs. The event provides a lively atmosphere with professional race operations, aid stations, post-race food, music, awards, and swag. A kids' program is also available, making it a family-friendly outdoor event celebrating trail running in a beautiful park setting. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

Race information

10 mi
600 m+
10 Mile
5 mi
300 m+
5 Mile
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