Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run - Riverbend
Great Falls, United States • 22 Nov 2026
Event Information
The Fall Backyard Burn Trail Run is a race held at Riverbend Park in Great Falls, Virginia. The event takes place on November 22, 2026.
Course Details
The course at Riverbend Park lies adjacent to the Potomac River and west of Great Falls National Park. The route includes riverside singletrack trails, a few short hills, and views. The event offers two distances: a 5-mile course (one lap) and a 10-mile course (two laps). The 5-mile course has approximately 350 feet of elevation gain, and the 10-mile course has approximately 700 feet of elevation gain.
Registration and Fees
Registration fees vary based on timing. For the 5-mile race, fees range from $45 to $60. For the 10-mile race, fees range from $55 to $67.50. The registration fee includes course design, race operations, volunteer support, aid stations, medical support, post-race food, music, awards, giveaways, and a race t-shirt.
Other Activities
A free kids' race is scheduled for children aged 2 to 11. The event also offers an optional paid kids' program with nature activities and STEM projects during the race. Participants can pre-order a race medal for an additional fee.
Rules and Logistics
The race is staged near the visitor's center by the river. Participants park in various paved and grassy areas within the park, following signs and volunteer instructions. Portable music players requiring in-ear headphones are not permitted. Other rules include no outside assistance except near aid stations, visible race numbers, no pets, pacers, or strollers, and staying on designated trails. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.